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Digital Media Assistance

Melanie Saxton

Honestly, I pursued a much later-in-life master’s degree in mass comm / digital media to inspire my daughter to do the same AND to provide expert digital media assistance to authors and businesses. Count on me for digital media assistance to enhance and expand your online footprint.

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What Does Creativity Mean To You: The IPA Director

Caroline Gibson

CG: IPA stands for Institute of Practitioners in Advertising … in other words, the creative industry. How do you think the meaning and value of creativity has changed over the years? PM: Advertising has changed immeasurably in the last 13 or so years.

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How To Find Experienced Book Editors

Melanie Saxton

Look for editors with backgrounds as English majors, creative writing majors, journalism majors, and digital content majors. My English degree from University of Houston included studies in American literature, British literature, creative writing, technical writing, and writing and editing projects in psychology (my minor).

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A Novel Approach to the Challenges of Our Profession

Copywriter Collective

The story involves two advertising copywriters — Black millennial female, and White boomer male — whose paths eventually converge as teacher and student. Handling Rejection Ted is frequently plagued — as I was — by creative work being shot down, not only by clients but by bosses within his agency. Maybe you should ask my wife!

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People Round-Up, Mid October 2023

Publishing Trends

At Simon & Schuster, Ariel Snead has joined as advertising and promotions assistant. Harriet Poland has joined Creative Artists Agency (CAA) as an agent. At Molly Weissman , has been promoted to director of advertising, promotion, and creative services at Simon & Schuster.

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What to do With an English Degree Besides Teach: 7 Unconventional Suggestions

Make a Living Writing

More importantly, it means you’re a master of communication, critical thinking, and creativity. Traditional Jobs for English Majors (Besides Teaching) Marketing and Advertising Copywriter There are many options for high paying jobs for English majors in the marketing and advertising industry. Let’s go job shopping!

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The 15-Year Author Business Pivot With Joanna Penn

The Creative Penn

If you join the community, you get an extra solo Q&A show monthly, as well as behind-the-scenes videos on AI and creative business, plus, discounts, early access, and more. She’s also an award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and international professional speaker. At the time of writing this, the show has had over 9.3

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