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Applications and interviews
Applications
For detailed information, the University of Brighton has comprehensive advice about applications and interviews , researching your potential employer and disclosing a disability. This includes:
CVs for jobs that need visual or written creativity
If you're applying for a creative job and you want to show originality, creative applications - CVs, portfolios and showreels includes advice from Skillset, the Sector Skills Council for creative media as well as examples of innovative CVs.
Interviews
Prepare for interviews by following this advice from the University of Brighton which covers everything from researching the company to understanding different questioning techniques and thinking about what you might be asked. It also includes some short stories about interviews that didn't go well to give you some pointers about what not to do. Use these job interview tips for graduates from Guardian Careers.
After the interview
If you're successful, make sure you spend time evaluating a job offer so that you're absolutely sure about what is expected from you and what the terms and conditions are.
If you're not offered the job, it's worth looking at common reasons for unsuccessful applications as it will enhance your future chances of success.
What else?
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