Where could your internship take you?

It could lead you to a new country Patrick Stafrace studied Arts and Commerce at Deakin University, majoring in Journalism and Business Analytics. But while Patrick initially had his eyes on journalism, starting his […]

Hannah Lindsay October 15, 2018 0

Career advice

No mystery why a STACK of internship experiences lead to success

Great internships lead to great things. Savannah Douglas’s experience is no exception. Savannah graduated from Deakin University with a Bachelor of Arts (Film and Television), majoring in Journalism. During her degree, she decided that an […]

Hannah Lindsay October 3, 2018 0

Career advice

Six pieces of advice for undergrads: How to get your foot in the industry door

I took a gap year after finishing High School and spent a fair amount of time challenging the expectation that I attend University in order to get a career. I was meeting people who had […]

Aisha Kellaway April 10, 2016 0

Career advice

Four ‘Stupid’ Questions Every Intern Should Ask

‘Should I CC you in on this email?’ You may not be expected to send many external emails early on in your internship. But if you are entrusted with liaising with suppliers, clients or media […]

Alison Coffa June 6, 2014 0

PR Podcasts

Communication minute: Communication versus communications

Ross Monaghan December 27, 2013 0

journalism

Shoot better video with your smartphone

If you own a smartphone, you carry a video recording studio around in your pocket. Here are some tips to get the most from it. SHOOTING video with your smartphone is pretty easy. Shooting great […]

Ross Monaghan December 1, 2013 0

public relations

2014 PR Student Forum date set

The date for the 2014 PR Student Forum has been set. Get ready for a fantastic 4th Annual PR Student Forum. The 2014 PR Student Forum will be held at Victoria University 2 October 2014. […]

Ross Monaghan November 27, 2013 0

public relations

IABC: A truly global communication association

Robin McCasland, IABC Chair (2013-14), talks to Deakin University’s Ross Monaghan about IABC, why it should be a communicator’s professional association of choice. Robin also talks about some exciting developments planned for 2014. Follow Ross […]

Ross Monaghan November 19, 2013 0

Career advice

It's worth putting in the effort: You do the math

Deakin graduate Jeszlene Zhou does the math on finding time to attend uni, study, work, have a social life and put together a killer ePortfolio. Follow Jeszlene on Twitter: @firstcommsjob YOU have 20 contact hours, […]

Ross Monaghan November 15, 2013 0

Career advice

Crippling mistakes made by students, and how to avoid them

Deakin University PR graduate Alison Coffa reflects on her time at university, and the mistakes she, and others, make. Follow Alison on Twitter: @AlisonClareC SINCE graduating I’ve had time to think about some of the […]

Ross Monaghan November 14, 2013 0