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Originally Posted by PeppyGPhiB
This is why I suggested PR agencies. The companies brownsugar is talking about are marketing/promotion companies, many of which do not even require a college degree. They're looking for people to help sell stuff. That's WAY different from PR (they're just using PR as a buzz word), and brownsugar is right that these marketing companies with sales tactics are way shady...they'll probably give off a shady vibe even in their job descriptions and when you call to schedule an interview...some of them do group interviews, which should also be a red flag. PR firms are professional, white collar places that require a college degree. What could be hard for you is that major PR agencies tend to be in big cities; if you're not in a big city, though, there are still probably some boutique agencies around. Do some research on the PR firms in your area (tip: some ad agencies also have PR departments), and be proactive - send them a well-written cover letter and your resume even if they haven't posted a job...most agencies don't need to post job openings. PR is not as easy to get into as some people seem to think it is, and I think that's because a lot of people don't really understand what PR people do.
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I fell for this type of ad when I was a fresh college grad. Part of my "interview" included trying to sell phone service at strip clubs.
I really wish I had done an internship at an agency. I'm in non-profit now and wish I had more intense experience.
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