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How do I become a publicist?
To become a publicist, you should consider a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business, journalism, public relations or writing. Publicists are strong writers with great communication skills. In addition to education, attitude is important. Publicists must be passionate about brainstorming messages, writing captivating press releases, and being an overall advocate.
Obtaining an internship at a PR or marketing firm would be helpful in your path towards becoming a publicist. Such experience will give you a sense of the industry's pace and will boost your chances of getting hired right out of school. Publicists start at entry-level positions and move up with experience. Talented publicists have successful careers at all kinds of companies, and some go on to start their own firms.
Here are five tips to help you launch your publicity career:
Obtaining an internship at a PR or marketing firm would be helpful in your path towards becoming a publicist. Such experience will give you a sense of the industry's pace and will boost your chances of getting hired right out of school. Publicists start at entry-level positions and move up with experience. Talented publicists have successful careers at all kinds of companies, and some go on to start their own firms.
Here are five tips to help you launch your publicity career:
| 1) | Get a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business, journalism, public relations, writing or English. |
| 2) | Apply for an internship at a PR firm while you are still in school. This will help familiarize yourself with the field and make contacts. You will benefit with your resume and with letters of recommendation. |
| 3) | Learn about the PR industry and where it is headed. PRWeek and O'Dwyer's are informative magazines, and reading them will give you a leg up when applying for jobs. |
| 4) | Spruce up your resume and start applying for entry-level jobs at PR firms or publicity departments of companies and non-profits. |
| 5) | Be passionate, hard-working and ethical at your new job. Talented publicists are noticed and promoted. |
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