While no one plans to lose a job (i.e. get fired or laid off) it’s essential you plan ahead for potential job termination, job loss or unexpected family circumstances which might force you to leave your job.
No matter what industry you are in, no matter who you work for, an unexpected event can trigger an avalanche of additional events to the point where a whole company has gone under or, where huge layoffs are a result of bad management or a downturn of economics. Additionally, if you have a family emergency need time to take care of family, you need a way to get back ‘in the game; asap once the crisis is over.
Whether you think your social media job is secure, or not, having a social media manager resume and portfolio up-to-date and ready to be distributed can make or break your financial situation should you ever lose your current job!
In this article, we will give you pointers as to how to make your social media resume stand out and have it ready at a moment’s notice!
Wouldn't you love to find your next social media manager job and have it be the job of your dreams?
Yes, yes, yes!
Times change. Companies grow and shrink. Your financial needs change.
If you do not have a current resume, and do not have a portfolio, how will you be competitive when it comes time to apply for your next job?
We use the word ‘resume’ but in our industry, that can mean many things.
Here are some examples and ways you can show off your work history, as well as your skills.
There are more ways than these to create a resume for the next job you need. The key is to not let too much time lapse between each update and to keep whatever medium you choose looking fresh.
For resume templates, use Google or check out VisualCV.
Remember; you need more than one resume! You might be searching for one job, but you should always tailor your resume to that specific job you are applying for! Therefore, create several variations on your resume and personalize it for each job application. One simple trick is to put the most wanted skills for a specific job application at the top of your skill list.
For those who are freelancers and self-employed, here are three reasons you still want to create and maintain a social media manager resume:
For those who are employed and working as a full-time employee, you will want to keep your resume updated for the following reasons:
Marketers need to market themselves as quite often we suck at it!
While we might create beautiful videos, gorgeous-looking social media channels and raise brand awareness for our clients, we social media managers are often like the cobbler’s kids; left without shoes, or in this case, without a social media strategy plan.
Stop! No More!
In 2020, find ways to market yourself. Get new and larger clients. Build your resume, your skillset, your expertise!
Be ready for that next opportunity when it comes knocking.
Here is how:
Thousands of social media managers in your location, hundreds of applicants. How will you stand out? Besides your years of experience and a killer cover letter, your resume can speak for itself if you include these following:
Here are 5 ways you can make yourself, and your social media manager resume stand out:
What’s next?
If you have an updated resume, website and portfolio, congrats!
If not, add the following tasks to your monthly to-do list and take time to keep things updated throughout the year.
If you are ready to get found for your next job, client or opportunity, we invite you to check out our Social Media Manager Directory!
It's a great way to show off your skills and get found by those who need your services.
I am a Certified Social Media Manager, Strategist, International Keynote Speaker, Organic Specialist and Agile marketer! Blogging is my creative outlet. Running, hiking and skiing are how I recharge. You'll recognize me on stage and online by my always present orange glasses, a nod to my Dutch heritage.