Social Media Workers

State in your social media profiles (LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.) that you are seeking a job in social media. Use keywords such as "social media," "community," and "engagement" in your resume. Resume scanners often look for these and other buzz words to select potential job candidates.

Use social media such as LinkedIn and Twitter to stay up to date on industry developments and learn about job openings. Participate in online forums to raise your professional profile.

Visit the following Web sites for job listings:

• https://jobs.digitalanalyticsassociation.org
• https://www.dice.com
• https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=social+media&l=
• https://www.jobsinsocialmedia.com

Participate in internships or part-time jobs that are arranged by your college’s career services office. 

Conduct information interviews with social media workers and ask them for advice on breaking into the field.