THE FULL
RUNDOWN
You’re ready to move on, but you need a gameplan.
Below are the first things to consider before you make your move (and later I’ll give you some resources if you need help making this jump out of news!)… Let’s start with…
5 STEPS TO BREAKING OUT OF BREAKING NEWS:
Uncover what your passions and skills are outside of TV news.
What would light you up on a Monday? What skills do you have that are transferable to other industries? Once you identify that, start narrowing down which career you want to pursue.
Step One
Step Two
Communicate those skills in a way that others understand.
No one outside our industry knows what goes into a Liveshot or what skills you use to produce a show.
Step Three
Work on a non-news resume.
You will need to alter this resume for each job you apply to. Make sure to include metrics and showcase your value.
Level up your LinkedIn™.
Get rid of your old banner, change up your headline, and update your Then work to build your network on LinkedIn™ - through connections and posts.
Step Four
Step Five
When you get an interview, don’t wing it!
You need to research the company. Be prepared to translate your transferable skills in a way that the hiring manager will understand.
If you need help with any of these areas, these resources were created just for you!
If you want to cut down on the time it takes to land a job outside of TV, these resources will give you a head start!
Career Assessment Test
$39.00 [One Time Purchase]
The only one created specifically for journalists. Not only will you get your Top 10 possible career choices, you will get info on the top career and how your skills translate!
Interview Essentials
$39.00 [One Time Purchase]
How to answer questions from a TV newsie’s perspective. This is a guide with the top 20 interview questions that can trip you up. Print this out and practice! I know we are usually the ones to ask the questions - but there are certain questions that Hiring Managers ask that are meant to trip you up. Don’t show up unprepared!
Resume Resources Bundle
$99.00 [One Time Purchase]
This is everything you need to write a resume and break out of breaking news! In fact, you will get a full folder of resumes of former newsies who landed their dream jobs. PLUS: You will get a done-for-you template to write your own resume AND a module on resume basics. Bottom line - if you are going to do this yourself, you need this bundle of resources!
Level Up Your LinkedIn™️
$39.00 [One Time Purchase]
If your LinkedIn™ is filled with random A-Block stories & Emmy pics, I hate to break it to you: That’s not going to cut it when looking for a new career. Your LinkedIn™ profile is the secret sauce to standing out from your competition. This 2 part video module + Checklist is a MUST (that is, if you don’t want to tip off your ND that you’re on the job hunt!)
get a head start.
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Breaking Out Of Breaking News Academy
$197.00 | Every Month
Breaking Out of Breaking News is a transformative academy designed specifically for journalists ready to leave the industry but unsure of their next steps. Through personalized career coaching, resume training, LinkedIn optimization, and strategies to monetize your existing audience, this program helps you avoid the common pitfall of making unfulfilling career pivots.
Broadcasters Breakroom
$12.00 | Every Month
Keep your pulse on what’s out there with job postings, dive into interactive resume workshops, and FAQ days with media mentor Sara Davenport! This is a supportive environment to ask your questions, and if you decide you want more resources….you can get links to them directly from here as well!