Jobs and Career

Interview process

Prepare for a successful job interview

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Here you will find information about the many career opportunities available to Digital Media students. If you are seeking job, here are the steps to get started:

  1. Contact the Program Director of Digital Media to discuss career options:
    • Phone: 863-669-2839
    • Email: GJohnson@Polk.edu
  2. Go to the Digital Media Lab to prepare your documents
    • Location: LTB 1307B
    • Contact: Ms. Casey Chung
    • Phone: 863-669-4987
    • Email: digitalmedia@polk.edu
  3. Create an account with JoinHANDSHAKE.com to view local jobs available to you
    • Go to https://joinhandshake.com/
    • Create an account
    • Browse jobs that fit your skillset
    • Select a few jobs that meet your requirements
    • Prepare application documents
  4. Create a resume
    • Go to https://www.canva.com/
    • Create a free account and create a username and unique password
    • Search for “resume” and browse the options available
    • Pick a template and edit it to fit your needs or use the template as inspiration and create your resume using Adobe InDesign or Microsoft PowerPoint
    • Export the resume to PDF format
  5. Prepare your cover letter
    • Go to https://www.canva.com/
    • Login with your username and password (if necessary)
    • Search for “cover letter” and browse the options available
    • Pick a template and edit it to fit your needs or use the template as inspiration and create your resume using Adobe InDesign
    • Export the cover letter to PDF format
  6. Follow accepted guidelines about preparing your resume
  7. Personalize the resume and cover letter to specific jobs
    • Research the job offered and the company
    • Visit their website; learn about them
    • Create application documents that emphasize your skills and fit for the selected job
  8. Review application documents
    • Remove all spelling and grammar errors
    • Show a copy to the Digital Media lab staff for review and feedback
    • Revise the  resume and cover letter as recommended
  9. Apply for the job(s)
    • Consult the program director for help on document submission
    • Apply through JoinHandShake.com
    • Submit to the employer via email (Be professional in your email communication)

NOTES

  • Avoid using photos on your resume/cover letter
  • Do not start paragraphs with “I”
  • Ensure margins are 0.5 inches or greater
  • Ensure your name and contact information are easy to locate on the page
  • Avoid “To whom it may concern” or “Sir/Madam” in your greeting
  • Refer to the hiring manager(s) by name, if possible
  • Do not use skill sliders (the ones where designers add a skill such as Photoshop, then add a line overlaid with a different color to indicate their proficiency level)
  • Use design software such as Adobe InDesign. Microsoft PowerPoint can also work well. Avoid Microsoft Word or similar word processing programs
  • Don’t overdo or over-design your resume. Keep it clean, visually-attractive, and simple

CAREER SERVICES

Polk State College provides Career and Internship counseling.

  • Visit the college’s job website to learn more
  • Register for JoinHANDSHAKE. Post your resume with contact information. Review employment opportunities.
  • If you need additional information, please send an email to careerservices@polk.edu for help with your career planning

VIDEO PRODUCTION JOBS

Video Production Set

Video production opportunities

An AS degree in Video Production from Polk State along with a strong portfolio will help you qualify for an entry-level position as:

  • Videographer
  • Film & Video Editor
  • Cinematographer
  • Screenwriter
  • Video Producer
  • Filmmaker
  • Camera operator
  • Television studio assistant

For current advertised jobs in video production, please select one of the links below:

GRAPHIC DESIGN JOBS

Logo Design

Graphic Design Jobs

An AS degree in graphic design from Polk State along with a strong design portfolio will help you qualify for an entry-level position as:

  • Graphic Designer
  • Print Designer
  • Photographer
  • Logo Designer
  • Branding Associate
  • Print or Advertising Specialist
  • Illustrator
  • Digital Artist

Please select the links below to explore current jobs in graphic design:

WEB PRODUCTION JOBS

Woman designing gui

Web design jobs are in great demand.

Digital Media AS degrees offer courses in HTML, CSS, WordPress CMS, and interface design. Select links below for current jobs:

  • Web developer
  • Interface designer
  • Freelance web designer
  • WordPress developer

For current jobs in web development, please explore the links below:

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