Annotated Bibliography*: Communications

Real-Resumes for Media, Newspaper, Broadcasting & Public Affair Jobs. McKinney, Anne. Fayetteville, NC, 2002: Prep Publishing. Located in the career planning section of the library. Sample resumes and cover letters, along with advice, for careers in media, newspaper, broadcasting and public affairs. (HF5383.R395873 2002) JS

Resumes for Communications Careers, Third Edition. Editors of VGM Career Books. Chicago, 2003: VGM Career Books. Located in the career planning section of the library. Sample resumes and cover letters, along with advice, for careers in communications. (P91.6.R4 2003) JS

Broadcasting/Multimedia

Broadcasting and Cable Yearbook. R.R. Bowker, annual. Comprehensive directory for the broadcasting industry and contains lists of radio, television, and cable stations in the U.S. and Canada. Also lists satellite services, major awards in the industry, advertising and media buyers, manufacturers, teletext/video text services, brokers, consultants, financial services, law firms, talent agents, unions, professional associations, and schools with courses or degrees. (qHE8689.B77) D

Gardner's Guide to Internships in New Media. Garth Gardner, Ph.D. Garth Gardner Co., 2002. The author presents suggestions on obtaining an internship in the media industry (broadcasting, computer graphics, animation, multimedia) including application procedures, information for foreign nationals, resume and cover letter construction, and the interviewing process. Directory section lists individual internships offered by broadcasting organizations and stations. (QA76.575 .G37 2002) IN

Publishing/Journalism/Writing

AWP Official Guide to Writing Programs. Associated Writing Programs, 2002. Lists and describes writing programs. Entries include name of institution, address and phone, degree(s)/certificate(s) awarded, course requirements, awards and fellowships available. Separate section lists writing colonies, conferences, and centers. (PN181 .W75)

Careers in Journalism. Jan Goldberg. VGM Career Horizons, 2000. The author presents an overview of journalism, with chapters on career choices in newspaper publishing, magazine publishing, book publishing, electronic media, technical writing, education business communications, and freelance work. Separate section discusses preparation and job search strategies. (PN4797 .G58 2000) CI

Careers in Magazine Publishing. Toni L. Rocha. The Rosen Publishing Group, 2001. The author describes careers within the magazine publishing industry: editing, writing, graphics and photography, production, sales, and distribution. (Z286.P4 R63 2001) CI

Careers in Publishing. Blythe Camenson. VGM Career Books 2002. The author describes a variety of careers related to the publishing industry: writing, illustration, photography, literary agency, editing, book production, marketing, advertising, event planning, intellectual property law, etc. (Z471 .C36 2002) CI

Careers in Writing. Blythe Camenson. VGM Career Books, 2001. The author describes careers in writing fiction and nonfiction, writing for magazines and newspapers as freelancers or on staff, screen writing, technical writing, writing for marketing or public relations, etc. (PN151 .C279 2001) CI

Editor & Publisher International Yearbook. Editor & Publisher Company, annual. Called "the encyclopedia of the newspaper industry," directory sections include U.S. daily newspapers, weekly and special newspapers, Canadian and foreign newspapers, syndicate services, suppliers of equipment and services, and organizations and associations related to newspaper publishing. (PN4700 .E42) D

The International Directory of Little Magazines and Small Presses. Dustbooks, Annual. Listings include name of magazine, name of press, editors, address, phone, type of material used, timing on manuscripts, payment rates, areas of interest, etc. Press listings include name of press, editor, number of titles publishing, pricing information, etc. (Z6944.L5 D5 2004/05) D

Literary Marketplace. R.R. Bowker, annual. This "Directory of the American Book Publishing Industry" lists publishers with name, address, names of publishers, number of titles in print, types of publications, etc. Indexed geographically, by type of publication, and by subject. Also includes lists of editorial services and agents, advertising, marketing and publicity firms dealing with the publishing industry, direct mail services, book review and clubs, publicity agents. Also lists book manufacturers, printing and binding companies, electronic publishing firms, U.S. distributors and sales representatives, consultants, translation and interpreting services, art and photography services, associations, book trade events, and literary awards, contests, and grants. 2 vols. (qPN161 .L5 2006) D

Novel & Short Story Writer's Market. Mosko, Lauren ed. and Michael Schweer, assistant ed. Cincinnati, OH, annual. Writer's Digest Books. This directory has over 1,300 lisings of book publishers, magazines, literary agents, writing contests and conferences. This edition also contains interviews with and essays by best-selling and award winning writers, including Bret Lott, Judy Budnitz, Gregg Hurwitz, Carly Phillips and Steve Almond. (PN3355.F47 2007) D

So You Want to Be a Screenwriter. Sara Caldwell and Marie-Eve Kielson. Allworth Press, 2000. The authors take the reader through the process of writing for film (with a questionnaire for self-evaluation), suggest ways of creating characters, address writer's block and other problems, and define the role of collaboration. (PN1996 .C29 2000) CI

Writer's Market. Writer's Digest Books, annual. Directory for authors lists book publishers, consumer magazines, trade and professional journals, script writing markets, greeting card publishers, syndicates and contests and awards. Also includes articles on manuscript preparation and how to submit for publication. (PN161 .W83 2005) D

Advertising and Public Relations

The Adweek Directory 2005. VNU Business Publications, annual. Directory lists advertising agencies, public relations firms, media buying services, and specialized marketing firms. Entries include address and e-mail address, phone and fax numbers, Web site, type of organization and service offered, names of key personnel, and list of major accounts. (HF6182.U5 A387) D

Career Opportunities in Advertising and Public Relations. Shelly Field. Facts on File, Inc., 2002. The author describes positions in advertising and public relations in corporations and industry, agencies, broadcasting, sports and entertainment, hospitality, not-for-profit organizations, publishing, and consulting. (HF5828.4 .F54 2002) CI

Careers in Advertising and Public Relations. WetFeet, 2004. This WetFeet Insider Guide will help you learn about selecting the right agency for employment; top agencies and hirers; what forces and trends are currently shaping the industry; how new ad and public relations campaigns are developed; what real people working in these fields like and dislike about their jobs; salaries, hours and the typical office culture; what to expect from and how to shine in your interviews; and how to talk like an industry pro. (HF5828.4 .C37 2005) CI

Internships with America's Advertising Agencies. Career Education Institutes, 2002. Directory contains information on internships offered at U.S. advertising agencies, by state. Entries include contact person, address, phone, Web address, brief description of the agency, internship description(s), preferred majors, stipend(s), deadlines, and a list of application materials required. IN

Languages and Linguistics

Great Jobs for Foreign Language Majors. Julie DeGalan and Stephen Lambert. VGM Career Horizons, 2001. "The Job Search" section contains chapters on self-assessment, resumes and cover letters, interviewing, and networking. "The Career Paths" section contains chapters on possible careers for foreign language majors: teaching, translating and interpretation, government service, academic administration, and international business. (P60 .D44 2001) CI

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