F.I.R.S.T. School to Present Workshop: “Learn How to Get a Job in Digital Media”

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Orlando, Florida, United States of America (Free-Press-Release.com) January 24, 2012 -- Orlando, Florida – January 23, 2012 – The Florida Institute of Recording, Sound and Technology (F.I.R.S.T. School) founded in 2004 in Orlando, Florida, will present a workshop titled “Learn How to Get a Job in Digital Media”, for current and graduate students, happening on Tuesday, January 31st, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Director, Alan Forbes, will be the presenter of the 3-hour workshop.

“This is an incredible opportunity for our current and graduate students to learn how to secure a great job in digital media.” Stated Alan Forbes, Director. “Here at F.I.R.S.T. School, we care about our students’ future, and want to help them succeed in their search for entry-level positions in the recording arts and film and video production.”

During the workshop students will learn:
• Where & how to apply for jobs
• How to get 100 job leads in their email box each week!
• How to research the job market
• Do's and Don'ts about networking
• Rules for submitting a resume and cover letter
• Do's and Don'ts during an interview
• Reasons for rejection
• Branding & marketing
• Industry resources and information to find job openings
• Using social media in a professional job-search manner

There will be a question & answer session after the workshop. As a BONUS, each attendee will receive a free, 50-page F.I.R.S.T School exclusive "Career Development Handbook". Cookies and punch will be served during the break. This special event is open only to current and graduate students of F.I.R.S.T. School. R.S.V.P. is required.

For out of state students or students whose personal schedule will not allow their attendance, the workshop will be videotaped in full (including the Q & A session), and will be available for viewing soon after the event... and the 50-page F.I.R.S.T. School exclusive "Career Development Handbook" will be available to download.

About Alan Forbes

Alan K. Forbes has worked in the Digital Media industry for over 13 years. Alan is an established and successful producer and engineer within the recording industry, and has also had the opportunity to work with platinum producers and world-renowned studios nationwide. Prior to opening the F.I.R.S.T. School, Alan owned and operated ProPoint Studios, a full service multi-media company. Currently, Alan writes, produces, records and voices commercials for Cox Radio, as well as maintaining his career in Marketing and Advertising within the Digital Media industry.

About F.I.R.S.T. School

The Florida Institute of Recording, Sound and Technology (F.I.R.S.T. School) was established in 2004. During this time much thought and effort went into how the F.I.R.S.T. School would teach and inspire students in the Digital Media field. The following year the F.I.R.S.T. School launched its first program in Audio Engineering and Music Production. Due to the success of the first program and the growing need for employment in the Digital Media field, the Film and Video Production program was launched. F.I.R.S.T. School programs were built on the philosophy of providing exceptional training and employable skills in the field of Digital Media. The F.I.R.S.T. School is located at 2309 Silver Star Road, Orlando FL 32804.

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