What is it like searching for a technical communication job in 2024?

In this webinar Joel Basart outlines some recent experiences, how job-hunting has changed in the last decade (or more) and what he has learned so far in the process.

1. Introduction – a bit about me and my job search situation.

2. Navigating LinkedIn – setting up a profile, learning what you should and shouldn’t like, job searches, and applying for positions. 

3. Recruiters – how can they be effective for you? 

4. Your resume and algorithms that are reading it, tips to beat the bots!

5. Are cover letters required anymore?

6. Responses and Interviews – what happens next. 

Join us on Saturday March 16 at 12pm for an informative look at how you can all be more effective when searching for a new opportunity and some tips to help with your job search journey. 

About the Speaker

Joel Basart is the current STC Canada West Coast chapter President and a technical communicator with over 25 years experience. His position at Argus Control Systems was recently eliminated after 9 years with the company and he is currently looking for the next opportunity.

Details

Date: Saturday March 16, 2024 
Start time: 12:00pm Pacific (until 1:30pm)
Location: Microsoft Teams

This is a free webinar for members and non-members. Please RSVP to receive the agenda and login details before the meeting. 

This webinar is for anyone looking for a job or interested in what it is like searching for a position these days. We hope to see you there!