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Your 5-Minute Guide to Getting a Job in Social Media

Updated 6/19/2020
Your 5-Minute Guide to Getting a Job in Social Media
Ever thought about turning your Twitter obsession into a career? Check out this primer on jobs in the social media world, and learn what it takes to score a position—in just five minutes.

You “like” your favorite brands on Facebook, Yelp about restaurants you love, and Tweet at airlines when your flight gets cancelled. But have you ever thought about turning your social media obsession into a job?

With the seemingly daily increase in social media platforms, nearly every company out there is connecting with their customers online—and they need someone to lead the charge. Check out this primer on jobs in the social media world, and learn what it takes to score a position—in just five minutes.

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