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What are some resources you wish you had known about when you first started college?

I am about to begin college, and I want to be prepared. Are there any resources for film related studies that you wished you knew about sooner?

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Jennifer’s Answer

Always look to see if you can find your textbooks somewhere other than your university bookstore. I saved a lot of money in college by using resources like Chegg.com to rent my books. It is also a good idea to make sure the course will require you to have your own book...some professors will use the book more as an additional reference and utilize their own material in the classroom...allowing you to save money by not buying or renting the book.
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Lisette’s Answer

I recommend start following and attending events by hercampus, InternQueen, findspark, and the lala. They all focus in supporting college students and often have a female focus. Also, visit your career service on campus. Go to the events and workshops they offer/host. Continuously introduce yourself to the staff and advisers because when headhunters approach them it’s good to know they know you by your first name. I wish i would have visited it more when I was an undergrad. Good luck!

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Stephanie’s Answer

While in college, an elective in basic financial literacy was offered. I would highly recommend using a resource like this!
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Lindsey’s Answer

I wish I had used my career services office more. There are great opportunities for freshman out there and the people in these offices are very helpful. Take advantage of them!


Also, make sure you build up your GPA freshman year. It becomes a lot harder to build up your GPA if you start low.


Best of luck!
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Alexandra’s Answer

Resources change year to year, but basic principles do not. Below is my list of "pro tips" you may want to focus on if you haven't thought of these already.

Alexandra recommends the following next steps:

Join film related student clubs. The easiest way to meet like minded people, make friends, and find out what you might like and dislike about a future career path in this field is through joining clubs and affinity groups. Plus, this will expand your network for the future when you are looking for jobs.
Attend the career fairs. People really do get internship and full-time offers form these events, and they are still the single largest source of finding students for entry-level jobs. Unexpected companies may have film needs and every resume drop-off lands you directly in the hands of a recruiting professional.
Create a Linkedin profile. While it might feel too early to do this, you can browse companies or individuals hiring in this field and get a better understanding of tools, skills needed, and even shadow/internship/volunteer opportunities.
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