When applying for a new job in public relations, employers will often note that they accept an optional portfolio. Whether your portfolio is a personal website, blog or even a social media page, it will leave a great impression with your future employer. Having a website, aside from all the other components of your application, is a great place to […]
Have you ever caught yourself browsing online for hours looking for the perfect internship? You might come across thousands of internships but realize they are not exactly what you are looking for. I can relate to this. I think we all can relate to this. Living in a small town with no public relations firms close by requires outside-the-box thinking […]
In present day, it appears everything has gone digital, and that includes portfolios. We are doing away with bringing in physical copies of our work to potential employers and, instead, showing them our work digitally or what we have done on the Internet. When making a digital portfolio, it is important for it to stand out and look very professional. […]
Have you ever encountered someone who projected so much power in the sound of their voice that they instantly became the center of attention in the room? Did you know that your first few seconds of speech has an influence on how people perceive your socio-economic status, intelligence level and the amount of attention you receive? Whether you are looking […]
This post is part of PRSSA’s ICON 2020 coverage. Be sure to check out our student recaps on Progressions as well as other coverage on PRSay,the official blog of PRSA. Corporate diversity and inclusion have been hot topics for the past few years and lately have gained more attention through social justice movements like Black Lives Matter. Major companies have listened […]
A.Victoria MAE (AVM), a marketing company based in Royal Oak, Mich., is one of many businesses affected by COVID-19. Ashleigh Laabs, founder & chief growth officer, and her team were well prepared to work from home; however, the company still had to pivot and stay on their toes. Despite the economic hardships this virus caused, AVM became a strong support […]
One of the great things about pursuing a career in public relations is the opportunity to work with some of your all-time favorite brands in an industry you love. For those of you who know me, my favorite industry is without a doubt the video games industry. I hope to one day use my storytelling talents to support my favorite […]
Internships are pivotal steps towards landing the job of your dreams. As public relations students, we need to take full advantage of different internships, extracurriculars and volunteer opportunities. If you’ve recently completed a summer internship, you are probably wondering what to do next. Remain connected with your previous colleagues. One of the most important ways to utilize your internship opportunity […]
“Jack of all trades, master of none.” This phrase’s meaning has shifted since its origination in the late 16th century. During that time period it was virtually an insult, whereas today we admire people who can do almost anything. However, the question arises: should I learn as many skills as I can or should I excel at just a couple […]
When I graduated from the University of South Carolina in December of 2019, the last thing I wanted to do was study for an exam. I felt eager to jump into my career and wipe my hands of the academic demands of college life. College is hard, and I was finished. It wasn’t until I met with UofSC’s PRSSA Faculty […]
