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Design
Visual arts
Performing arts
Music
Craft
Advertising
Cultural heritage
Literature
Presenting a series of short career articles written by 1st Steps to Success that include tips and checklists to help you find and secure your ideal job.
The following articles cover everything from writing CVs, completing application forms and preparing for job interviews, to developing your skills and career progression.
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Eight steps to assessing yourself for employment.
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How to list your skills, experiences and achievements.
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Advice on finding a job that’s right for you.
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A step-by-step guide to analysing job adverts.
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Ten practical tips for an effective CV.
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Advice on what to include in your CV.
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How to complete an application form correctly.
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What to do before, and during, a job interview.
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Some useful advice when starting a new job.
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Ten tips to help your personal development.
A professional development plan produced especially for the creative and cultural industries.
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In a publishing world that has become even more risk-averse since the recession than it was before,...
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Rachel Clark, Volunteering Advisor with the National Trust, explains how to get a volunteering...
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David Payne from BABA provides some useful advice if you're thinking of becoming a blacksmith.
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BBC Radio 1 guide providing an introduction to the music industry.
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Businesslink provide an quick introduction to marketing your business.
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As an artist there are different ways to understand (and experience) success. There is the first...
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Commissions allow you to get your creative juices running. If your client is interested in...
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A quick introduction to the exciting world of musical theatre.
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