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Founder David is on the Job Hunt

Posted by David Gallant | June 24, 2009 .

NPR and the Hunt

Posted by David Gallant | June 23, 2009 .

Recent, National Public Radio had a piece about social media and the job search. Listen to the interview here from NPR “Social networks are becoming a prime place to search for jobs as unemployment numbers continue to rise. Whether its through blogs, Twitter or Facebook, people are seeking out potential employers through alternative online sources.”

Social Media Panel Discussion

Posted by David Gallant | April 28, 2009 .

Today our founder David Gallant will be discussing the interaction between social media and the job hunt. Using the internet is vitally important to finding a job because it allows applicants to stand out of the crowd and be noticed.   Also, many employers look to Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter for a first phase of [...]

Jobs In Social Media Dot Com

Posted by David Gallant | April 26, 2009 .

This website looks like a great network of HR reps and unemployed social media specialists looking to network! www.Jobsinsocialmedia.com —————————————————————————————————————- This is a social network and job board for those interested in working in the social media industry. Social Media Jobs are rising With social media becoming a major player in how people communicate and interact with [...]

Join NSR on Linkedin

Posted by David Gallant | April 22, 2009 .

The New School Resume is now on the largest professional social network: Linkedin!!! Join our Group Profile on LinkedIn.

Mitx Digital Combine

Posted by David Gallant | April 22, 2009 .

At this event, participating companies have the opportunity to showcase their capabilities, and talk to current or future individuals in the digital industry. Job seekers have the opportunity to attend a series of afternoon panels designed specifically to educate them with the skills they need to stay competitive in today’s market. Who Should Attend: * [...]

Found your job using social networking?

Posted by David Gallant | April 5, 2009 .

If you did, please use our Contact Form and let us know! We at NewSchoolResume are looking for stories of social networking used to expose your resume and work experience to a future employer!

How To Get A Job-Social Media Style

Posted by David Gallant | April 2, 2009 .

As you may know, Ignite Social Media is a close knit group who has grown rather quickly in the last year. Since I started, the agency has doubled and we’re still growing. In that time, we have chosen carefully to ensure we’re getting people that are the perfect fit for each opening and it hasn’t [...]

Use Twitter #Hashtags To Find A Job

Posted by David Gallant | March 31, 2009 .

There are three hashtags that can come in handy to someone on a search for a new job. Keeping an eye on #rtjobs, #jobangels and #jobs can give you a look at who’s looking to actively recruit on Twitter. Even recruiters from companies like AT&T have started posting job listings, often labeling them with #jobs. [...]

Resume 2.0

Posted by David Gallant | March 31, 2009 .

There is now a new resume. The traditional static document that is carefully crafted to summarize your specific experience and expertise is being replaced. Instead, we have Resume 2.0.  It is the combination of your public profiles, life streaming your social activity, and what the search engines say about you. Much like Google is now [...]