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Media Careers 101 (8)
Books, magazines, websites, blogs and TV news programs -- they're all created by people who work in media. Here you'll find a description of what the media is and the various segments that make up the media industry.

Media Job Profiles (27)
There are a multitude of jobs you can have in the media. To give you a sense of all the different kinds of work you can do -- and help you figure out which is the best personal fit -- here are detailed job profiles.

Media Company Profiles (10)
There are myriad companies you can work for, from major publishing houses to newspapers to TV news networks. Here's a listing of some of the major ones.

The Necessary Skills (4)
Depending on what type of media job you want, you'll need certain skill sets. Many of these skills you'll be able to develop and hone on the job. Still, here are some descriptions of the key skill sets you will be expected to bring to the table.

Classes and Education (6)
What do you need in the way of education for a job in the media world? Almost all employers demand a B.A. but, beyond that, It varies. Here's information on graduate school program and classes you can take to help you land a job, or just sharpen your skills.

Getting the Job (29)
Once you've landed an interview you have to begin prepping for the meeting. Here you'll find info on what you can expect and how to best prepare yoursef for the big day.

Salaries (8)
While media can be a lucrative field to work in, it's notoriously low-paying at the entry-level phase. Nonetheless, some jobs pay more than others. Here is some information on what people with certain jobs in the industry make, so you can gauge what you might earn starting out.

Cities for Media Jobs (7)
New York City is often considered the center of the media world -- the majority of magazines, book publishing houses and news organizations are based in Manhattan -- but there are many, many organizations elsewhere. Here you'll find information on what kinds of jobs are where.

Support Organizations (19)
Getting a little help in your media job search can be invaluable. You can find that help in the form of a career counselor or headhunter. You can also make friends, and get general career support, from various media support organizations.

Glossary (28)
There's an industry slang, so to speak, for a lot of the work that happens in the media world. Here's a glossary of media terms that industry professionals use, and what those terms mean.

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