About
Career Skills for the Next Four Years is the fourth in ISIG’s flagship Power of Storycraft series. This free forum will bring together Tufts alumni and other experts in nonfiction writing, journalism, audio and visual media, and communications to share insights on the skills students need to launch their careers as nonfiction storytellers.
Program Highlights
The afternoon of panels, workshops, and mentoring opportunities is designed to provide practical skills and advice to undergraduate students of all majors and backgrounds who are exploring careers involving nonfiction writing, podcasting, or visual storytelling. At the end of the program, attendees and speakers will have opportunities to socialize and network.
Sessions include:
“My first job”
Hear from recent graduates and hiring managers in media and communications about the skills that got them hired, what they’re learning now, and what they’re looking for when hiring entry-level employees and freelancers.
How to craft stories that get noticed
What are the keys to stories that compel attention? Learn from professionals and your peers how to make your work stand out in any medium.
Keeping up with AI
Join a candid conversation about when, how, and whether to use AI for research and writing. Share your experiences and questions, and hear from professional storytellers about what they’re seeing and doing in their work today.
Speed mentoring hour
A special networking session where you can get tips for having career conversations, then connect directly with Tufts alumni and our panelists in one-on-one or small-group sessions. Start building your network and get advice from successful Jumbos who are making their mark as nonfiction storytellers.
Career café
Are you applying for internships or jobs in media and communications? Drop in anytime during the forum to get answers to your questions about resumes, applications, interviewing, and more.
Meet the speakers
Grab a snack and mingle with the day’s speakers and other attendees.