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julian serventi

Top 5 Tips for Creating Impressive Video Resumes - 0 views

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  • Don’t just create a video resume because you can, create one because it’s relevant to the job you want to do.
  • just reading aloud the contents of your CV is a waste of everyone’s time.
  • one-minute mark is ideal.
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  • Imagine your friends and family watching the clip. If the thought of that embarrasses you, then don’t submit it.
  • Be creative, but professional. Do not deviate too much from the demeanor you would have in the workplace
  • bloopers reel accompanied with credits, a clever way to show off your personality (and that you don’t take yourself too seriously).
    • Alex Portela
      Alex Portela on 11 Mar 12
       
      This is a great site to reference because there are real videos to check out as examples. The first one includes links to other short videos that are a part of this persons video resume.
    • Merlyn Reyna
      Merlyn Reyna on 16 Mar 12
       
      I agree, the videos are really helpful! 
  • In today’s highly competitive job market, creating the right video resume to accompany your traditional CV can make you stand out from the crowd. The wrong one, though, can make you a laughing stock.
  • 1. Make Sure It’s Appropriate
  • 3. Keep it Short
  • 4. Don’t Be Afraid to Be Creative
  • 5. Make Sure It Passes the Share Test
  • 2. Don’t Just Read Out Your Resume

  • Don’t just create a video resume because you can, create one because it’s relevant to the job you want to do.

    If you’re applying for a role in the online, media, social or creative professions, then it’s more likely a decent video resume will have the desired effect, i.e., getting you invited for an interview.

    Don’t send a video resume to a more traditional type of company that won’t “get it.” You might do your chances more harm than good.

    Graeme Anthony, from the example above, is a public relations executive. His cleverly thought out online content adds an extra wow factor to his already outstanding experience.

    2. Don’t Just Read Out Your Resume

    The whole point of a video presentation is to offer a potential employer greater insight into you than a traditional resume can, so

    just reading aloud the contents of your CV is a waste of everyone’s time.

    Use the video to help the employer get a sense of not just what you have achieved, but what you are capable of achieving in the future.

    “Tell them why you would be the right person to hire and what you can do for them,” says Mario Gedicke, account manager at Mayomann.com, a video employment platform.

    You can, however, highlight particularly relevant info from your resume. “Focus on your experience and skill set (and possible education/training) especially relevant to the position,” advises Tyler Redford, CEO of resumebook.tv, an online resume management system.

    And if it’s appropriate and relevant to the job (as in the example above), then don’t be afraid to talk about your passions.

    3. Keep it Short

    “Keep your video resume short,” says Gedicke, who advises that a

    one-minute mark is ideal. Redford agrees that a video resume should be “short and sweet.” He suggests staying within two minutes.

    “Keep in mind that recruiters would likely want to use the video resume as an initial filter for applicants,” Redford says. “However, recruiters do not typically want to use the video resume in lieu of a real, in-person interview.”

    Think of your video resume as your own personal teaser trailer. In the example above, the clip is less than one minute and 20 seconds in length, while the extra time is made up of a

    bloopers reel accompanied with credits, a clever way to show off your personality (and that you don’t take yourself too seriously).

    4. Don’t Be Afraid to Be Creative

    If you’re opting for a video resume, then go the whole hog and make it spectacular. Be creative, whether that’s with the concept of your pitch, use of humor, clever production values or brilliant editing.

    However, stay classy. “

    Be creative, but professional. Do not deviate too much from the demeanor you would have in the workplace ,” says Redford. Gedicke suggests this should extend to your wardrobe too: “Dress professionally, just as if you are going to an in-person interview.”

    In the video above, James Corne creates a spoof AA-style confession, but maintains a certain veneer and dresses like he was headed to the office. This demonstrates creativity and humor whilst showing him to be a professional person.

    5. Make Sure It Passes the Share Test

    As with all online life, don’t put content out there that you wouldn’t be prepared to see go viral. It’s unlikely your video resume will become an overnight Internet sensation, but imagining that scenario is a good test to make sure you could cope if it did.

    Imagine your friends and family watching the clip. If the thought of that embarrasses you, then don’t submit it.

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  • 2. Don’t Just Read Out Your Resume
  • If you’re applying for a role in the online, media, social or creative professions, then it’s more likely a decent video resume will have the desired effect, i.e., getting you invited for an interview.
  • . Keep it Short
  • 3

  • If you’re opting for a video resume, then go the whole hog and make it spectacular. Be creative, whether that’s with the concept of your pitch, use of humor, clever production values or brilliant editing.

    However, stay classy. “

    Be creative, but professional. Do not deviate too much from the demeanor you would have in the workplace ,” says Redford. Gedicke suggests this should extend to your wardrobe too: “Dress professionally, just as if you are going to an in-person interview.”

    In the video above, James Corne creates a spoof AA-style confession, but maintains a certain veneer and dresses like he was headed to the office. This demonstrates creativity and humor whilst showing him to be a professional person.

    5. Make Sure It Passes the Share Test

    As with all online life, don’t put content out there that you wouldn’t be prepared to see go viral. It’s unlikely your video resume will become an overnight Internet sensation, but imagining that scenario is a good test to make sure you could cope if it did.

    Imagine your friends and family watching the clip. If the thought of that embarrasses you, then don’t submit it.

    Digital Marketing Job Listings

    Every week we put out a list of social media and web job opportunities . While we post a huge range of job listings, we’ve selected some of the top digital marketing opportunities from the past two weeks to get you started. Happy hunting!

    More Related Resources from Mashable

    - 4 Digital Alternatives to the Traditional Resume
    - Top 9 Job Sites to Bookmark for Your Career Search
    - 19 Resources to Help You Land a Job in 2011
    - 5 Ways to Get a Job Through YouTube
    - 5 Tips for Aspiring Social Media Marketers

    Image courtesy of iStockphoto , oleg66

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  • As with all online life, don’t put content out there that you wouldn’t be prepared to see go viral. It’s unlikely your video resume will become an overnight Internet sensation, but imagining that scenario is a good test to make sure you could cope if it did.

    Imagine your friends and family watching the clip. If the thought of that embarrasses you, then don’t submit it.

    Digital Marketing Job Listings

    Every week we put out a list of social media and web job opportunities . While we post a huge range of job listings, we’ve selected some of the top digital marketing opportunities from the past two weeks to get you started. Happy hunting!

    More Related Resources from Mashable

    - 4 Digital Alternatives to the Traditional Resume
    - Top 9 Job Sites to Bookmark for Your Career Search
    - 19 Resources to Help You Land a Job in 2011
    - 5 Ways to Get a Job Through YouTube
    - 5 Tips for Aspiring Social Media Marketers

    Image courtesy of iStockphoto , oleg66

    Print Story Email Story Reprints
    You might like:
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    53 New Digital Media Resources You May Have Missed
  • Mark McLoone on 26 Mar 11
     
    This is the best website to find out ideas for creating your own video resume. It also shows what information should be incorporated or not.
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  • Daniel Throckmorton on 01 Jul 11
     
    Tips on making video resumes.
  • Alex Knab on 20 Oct 11
     
    This was the best and my favorite page that I found on the topic of video Resumes. It goes through 5 simple tips to making a successful video resume and gives an example of each of those 5 tips. The tips are making sure its appropriate, Don't just read out your resume, Keep it short, don't be afraid to be creative, and making sure it passes the share test. A great source and a great page.
  • ivette munoz on 26 Oct 11
     
    This article discusses 5 tips for creating a video resume and it gives a video resume example that best fits that specific tip. The first tip is to make sure the video resume is appropriate by making sure its relevant to the job you are applying for. The second tip is not to just read out the resume but highlighting specific information in the resume that is relevant to the postion you are applying for. The third tip is keep it short by staying within 2 minutes. The fourth tip is to be creative and the last tip is not to create a video that would bring shame to yourself.
  • Daniel Flores on 26 Oct 11
     
    gives 5 tips on how to make a creative video resume
  • Raquel Cortez on 27 Oct 11
     
    This website gives five tips for creating effective video resumes. The five tips are extremely helpful to those looking to create a video resume but aren't sure what should be included or where to start.
  • Brooke Iggie on 02 Nov 11
     
    DD10 HW 4 This website provides five different ways to ensure video resume success. The videos apply to what they are talking about and then there is a brief written explanation. 
  • gabrielle begay on 14 Mar 12
     
    Video resumes are becoming more and more popular so what makes it standout? This will give some creative ways to make that impressive video.
  • Heather Groen on 14 Mar 12
     
    According to this article, making a video resume can be a challenge. It offers five tips from "pros in the know," plus actually sample video resumes. The first tip is to make sure a video resume is appropriate. A video resume may be acceptable for certain professions and wrong for others. Secondly, do not just read from the resume. The point of a video resume is to  present some additional insight into your character and capabilities. Next, keep the video short, around one minute. Four, don't avoid creativity; let your personality shine through. Finally, if you wouldn't want your family or friends to see the video, then don't submit it.
  • Bethany Jorgensen on 15 Mar 12
     
    The top five tips to create an impressive video resume are: 1.Make sure it is appropriate 2.Don't just read your resume out loud 3.Keep it short 4.Don't be afraid to be creative 5.Have several peers edit it before sending it out
  • Yajahira Bojorquez on 26 Mar 12
     
    I really like this website gives good tips to create a good video resume. You really have to think on making it appropriate, and not just read out of the resume, also keeping it short. Another tip was also to be creative and make sure it passes the share test. Really good tips, and has a video for each and good explanation.
  • Paul Angichiodo on 10 Apr 12
     
    Here is a great resource for creating a video resume. It lists 5 tips and provides a sample video resume that demonstrates these things.
  • julian serventi on 25 Apr 12
     
    The information found on this website will help to create video resumes that stand out yet are appropriate. The website gives 5 tips through videos to help you such as, making sure it's appropriate, not just reading out your resume, keeping it short, creative, and making sure it passes the share test. With these tips, one would be able to create a video resume that is to the point and sticks out as well.
Osmara Altenhof

The Actual Project 3 Usability Test - 5 views

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shared by Osmara Altenhof on 13 Mar 10 - Cached
  • Osmara Altenhof on 13 Mar 10
     
    Here is the link to my blog site and usability test. There are instructions as a single pdf file to be reviewed, a search to be conducted and a 13 question survey/poll afterwards. You may open the pdf file in one window and then go through the instructions in a different window to keep the pdf file accessible. I have left a section for comments/suggestions on the poll but you may add them to my blog as site as well. Thank you in advance for participating.
robby reiter

D# 2 HW# 8 Instruction Manuals Writing Tips - 0 views

www.writershelper.com/instruction-manuals.html

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    • Franz Ferguson
      Franz Ferguson on 31 Aug 11
       
      Know what sets you apart, and what you are deciding to talk about. 
    • Franz Ferguson
      Franz Ferguson on 31 Aug 11
       
      For my project I am still not sure what I want to do yet, however I do know that if a list of materials is needed I will list it first. 
    • Franz Ferguson
      Franz Ferguson on 31 Aug 11
       
      These three tips are very important I can see that they will be important in the future, thinking through my instructions are going to vital because if I don't take control of what to list and in what order then the instructions will be difficult to understand. 
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  • Use active, clear language
  • Test the instructions
    • Franz Ferguson
      Franz Ferguson on 31 Aug 11
       
      I really approve of this step it makes a lot of sense to do. 
  • Bridget Esqueda on 01 Sep 11
     
    I really enjoyed how the layout was easy to read and follow. The author gives good tips on what to look out for and what to say in your instructions. The author also has lots of other links on her website to help a writer out.
  • robby reiter on 19 Jan 12
     
    Aside from the creepy lady at the top lol there are some great instructional writing techniques. The tips I found to be of most use were testing out your instructions and having others try to make sense of them. 
Nicole Carnal

D #3 HW #1 Visual Contrast - 0 views

www.webdesignfromscratch.com/...contrast

contrast chapter 3 ch squint test

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    • Michael Clark
      Michael Clark on 03 Sep 11
       
      This page dfmakes a great point about not enough contrast or not the right ones. Lots of good examples as well.
  • Nicole Carnal on 02 Feb 12
     
    This site shows the importance of contrast in web layouts. It gives tips such as using the "squint test" to better view the contrast in a web page.
Michael Wheeler

What Is Fair Use? - Columbia Copyright Advisory Office - 0 views

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  • Michael Wheeler on 23 Feb 12
     
    Topics on this page are about fair use and include: -The Purpose and Character of the Use -The Nature of the Copyrighted Work -The Amount or Substantiality of the Portion Used -The Effect of the Use on the Potential Market for or Value of the Work -Remember: Fair Use is a Balancing Test
  • Michael Wheeler on 23 Feb 12
     
    Lot of great information on fair use including the nature of copyrighting and how to determine "fair use" of information
samantha negrin

Fair Use Law - FindLaw - 0 views

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  • samantha negrin on 04 Oct 11
     
    This explains fair use in further detail. It also includes the "fair use four-factor test" where it lists what the courts consider when evaluating what is fair use of a copyright document.
Brooke Iggie

CopyRight Quiz - 0 views

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fair use creative commons TWC301 ASU copyright

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  • Brooke Iggie on 05 Oct 11
     
    DD7 HW6 Quiz your understanding of copyrighting. This site proposes many different scenerios to allow you to test your understanding of copyright, fair use and creative commons.
anonymous

D#10 HW#5 - 0 views

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  • Scientists and engineers routinely have the need to express themselves clearly, concisely and persuasively in applying for grants, publishing papers, reporting to their supervisors, communicating with their colleagues, etc.; in experimental science, formal reports are the primary means by which experimentalists communicate the results of their work to the scientific community.
  • condensed, compact and brief presentation
  • The report should be no more than 800 words, (3 pages of double spaced type) and 2 pages of graphs and/or diagrams.
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  • 1.) Title: This should be short, but precise, and convey the point of the report. It could be either a statement or a question. For example, a title like "Voltage-current relationship of a transistor" is good, as is "Does the transistor obey Ohm's Law?". But simply "The transistor" is too vague and is not a good title. 2.) Abstract: The abstract summarizes, in a couple of sentences, the content of the report. It provides a brief (5-10 lines) outline of what the report is about; it should include a statement of what it is you measured and its value (Warning! -- students often make abstracts too long -- note that an abstract is not an introduction.) 3.) Introduction: The role of this section is to state why the work reported is useful, where it fits in the bigger picture of the field (or of science in general), and to discuss briefly the theoretical hypotheses which are to be tested (e.g. for the Absolute Zero experiment, state the meaning of absolute zero and how it is to be measured, mention the equation PV = nRT and discuss its verification, and under what circumstances you expect it to be valid). 4.) Experimental Method: Describe the apparatus and procedure used in the experiment. Remember that a picture (or simple diagram) is often worth a thousand words! Enough details should be provided for the reader to have a clear idea of what was done. But be careful to not swamp the reader with insignificant or useless facts. 5.) Results and Discussion: In this section, you present and interpret the data you have obtained. If at all possible, avoid tables of data. Graphs are usually a much clearer way to present data (make sure axes are labeled, and error bars are shown!). Please make sure the graphs and diagrams have concise figure captions explaining what they are about! Do not show the details of error calculations. The derivation of any formulae you use is not required, but should be referenced. Explain how your data corroborates (or does not corroborate) the hypotheses being tested, and compare, where possible, with other work. Also, estimate the magnitude of systematic errors which you feel might influence your results (e.g. In the Absolute Zero experiment, how big is the temperature correction? Does this alter your results significantly?). 6.) Conclusion: In a few lines, sum up the results of your experiment. Do your data agree (within experimental error) with theory? If not, can you explain why? Remember that the conclusion is a summary; do not say anything in the conclusion which you have not already discussed more fully earlier in the text. 7.) References: In this section of the report list all of the documents that you refer to in your report. We recommend numbering the references sequentially in the text, in their order of appearance, and listing them in the same order in the references section. One possible reference format is used by the Canadian Journal of Physics. That is: for JOURNALS: Author(s), Journal Title, Volume (year) page number for BOOKS: Author(s), Book Title, Publisher, city of publication, year of publication, page (or range of relevant pages).  
Hector Garcia

How TV is handling the new media revolution | In-depth | Broadcast - 0 views

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    • Hector Garcia
      Hector Garcia on 29 Feb 12
       
      This is an example on how the internet has revolutionized modern media, that before had been thought to be the most innovative, have been impacted by digital media.
  • Social media is the buzzword of the moment. It has even overtaken porn as the most popular activity on the web, and the term is being bandied about as a catch-all phrase to sum up everything broadcasters do online.
  • For us, social media is an editorial tool. It is a great source of tip-offs.
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  • For me, social media is about collaboration, participation and storytelling.
  • We haven’t segregated social media by having a person/team dedicated to it as, for example, The Sun does, because the most important thing is that everybody realises that every single person in our newsroom has to be social media savvy
  • You don’t necessarily want to put everybody’s opinion on air, but you can see trends and it helps with your impartiality and openness.
  • James Kirkham Five years ago, it was about building a fanbase early doors, so by the time the show came on, everyone knew about it. But now social media has become an awful lot more. It still facilitates conversation but, at its best, it takes that conversation and allows viewers to have an impact on a show.
  • Social media is at the heart of everything MTV does. We now test talent and programming on social media audiences before we make commissioning decisions. We see it as a form of marketing, providing social currency for our brands.
  • Suddenly everyone, from marketing to PR to digital, has to work together and recognise each other’s disciplines, which is quite difficult.
  • people are constructing their own storylines. Programme-makers are no longer such strict storytellers.
  • My worry is that because we can see social media and it’s cheap for research, we will stop trying to have those conversations face to face. We need to always remember that some people don’t want to use social media to talk.
  • So you have to bear in mind that social media can be amazingly superficial and sometimes, ultimately, meaningless.
  • Social media might be fine for certain demographics, but it’s not going to be your whole audience.
Anastacia Albinda

Elements and principles of design - 2 views

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  • Bridget Esqueda on 27 Aug 11
     
    This guys had the msot beautiful art work. Check out his gallery if you get a chance.
  • Anastacia Albinda on 11 Jan 12
     
    Some more elements of design that I thought was very interesting. d#1 hw#13
Paul Angichiodo

Understanding Visual Hierarchy in Web Design | Webdesigntuts+ - 0 views

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  • Caitlin Burke on 28 Aug 11
     
    Gives good description and examples of the concept of Visual Hierarchy in Web Design and discusses its importance. Also has an exercise to do to test visual hierarchy when you come across a website.
  • Heather Groen on 13 Jan 12
     
    Informative post about how the human brain registers hierarchy naturally and techniques that can be used to achieve effective visual hierarchy in web desgin. The site offers examples of each method: size, color, contrast, alignment, repetition, proximity, density and whitespace, and finally style and texture. I particularly like this quote: "Good visual hierarchy isn't about wild and crazy graphics or the newest photoshop filters, it's about organizing information in a way that's usable, accessible, and logical to the everyday site visitor."
  • Paul Angichiodo on 26 Feb 12
     
    Here is an article on visual hierarchy in reference to web design. Along with the list of ways visual hierarchies can be formed visual examples are given as well. This article even goes in the psychology behind visual hierarchy and why its necessary for designers when creating.
Julie Keith

7 Tips for Writing an Effective Instruction Manual » SitePoint - 0 views

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instructions manual writing ASU TWC301 ideas technical guides

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  • Alex Knab on 27 Aug 11
     
    I found this site on how to write instructions in 7 easy steps to be very simple and helpful. The first to writing instructions according to this site is to take a step back and write as though the people have zero knowledge of the subject. It wants you to know exactly what your trying to teach/get across without putting too much or too little info. After this creating an outline is a good idea before just starting your project with no plan. The next two steps according to this site are to make your instructions easy to understand and make them brief as well. Lastly they suggest the use of visual aids, such as videos or diagrams, and to give it a test drive to get out any kinks.
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  • Damaris Bravo on 01 Sep 11
     
    I like this article because it gives you basic tips for writing instructions. This is a great article to read if you are in the first stage of writing instructions. This article is a good starting off point. 
  • Julie Keith on 06 Sep 11
     
    I like these tips as well, they are very similar to the previous one that I had posted only it had a few more points added with tips like adding visual guides. I am more a visual hands on type person so that was a great tip!
  • Julie Keith on 06 Sep 11
     
    Some more great tools although similar to the other one that I bookmarked. This one is short and to the point.
Alex Portela

D#2 HW#8.2 - 1 views

class.georgiasouthern.edu/...index.html

instructions writing

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    • Michael Clark
      Michael Clark on 27 Aug 11
       
      I like these tips. Good thing to remember.
    • Alex Portela
      Alex Portela on 19 Jan 12
       
      This also goes along with; "Instructions: How to Write Guides for Busy, Grouchy People". Under things to remember she demonstrates the importance of using commands.
  • Be consistent with your instructions
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  • it is important to remember who your audience is
  • You can clear up a lot of questions by using diagrams and illustrations
  • testing the instructions. It’s important that you as the author to practice the instructions you write, but it’s even more important that you get someone else with little to know experience on the subject to follow the instructions
  • Create a title that explains what the instructions are  "How to...." Use action verbs in the beginning   "Pick up, take, hold...." Use short clear sentences with words that are common. Avoid words with more than one meaning. Make sure to include any cautions, warnings, or dangers. Be Specific.
  • ivette munoz on 30 Aug 11
     
    This site seems to helpful towards project #1 because it gives different website links for examples. It covers main points on remembering the audience and being consistent. It also covers a little bit of incorporating diagrams and illustrations which I will be using on project #1.
  • Jordin Mitton on 19 Jan 12
     
    This website gives clear views on the best way to write instructions.This will help with project 1 because it tells me the best way to give instructions without having the people look away before reading it all.
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