Media’s Affect on Careers

Media’s Affect on Careers 

By: Chris The Graduate 

Today, media is part of our everyday lives, whether it is receiving information about what is happening in the world; or using examples from the media in order to teach new generations of scholars what is happening in the world. The number of Americans who own social media apps on their mobile devices has risen to over 90% in recent years, and this percentage is expected to continue to rise. As a society, we need to realize the extent to which we are dependent on the media. Most of our entertainment is influenced by the media. It is also important to remember that the media also contributes to the development of jobs and careers worldwide.

Finding a Job Using Media

In order to have a positive effect on careers and jobs, the media has the power to assist in finding careers and jobs. All over cyberspace, apps and websites such as Indeed.com and LinkedIn.com are created to not only help individuals seek jobs and job listings based on experience and interest. But also help companies connect with individuals who fit the role and positions the business could use help with. From thebalancemoney.com by Emily: “Job websites serve as the modern equivalent of classified ads by compiling and listing available telecommute, remote, and local openings. Equipped with millions of listings and additional resources like career coaching, resume tailoring, and blog posts full of helpful tips, using a job website is one of the best and most efficient ways to search for and apply to dozens of opportunities.” It is worth mentioning that job search is not limited to job websites; there are thousands of other jobs on the web that are available for people who are able to perform almost anything that is needed. Social media is another example of where many job seekers look for jobs. Glassdoor.com has confirmed that 79 percent of social media is useful for job seekers. There is no doubt that the media can be misleading from time to time, but there is no doubt that you can find a job anywhere if you do your research and search. 

Digital Footprint 

In addition to the impact of the media on careers and jobs, what people do on the internet also has an impact. There is a concept known as a digital blueprint that describes how media and social media are used. It is because of this reason that there are many people who are not receiving jobs or opportunities because of their activity on social media. When interviewing and applying for jobs, employers conduct background checks on future employees. It is not only critical to check the legal background of a person, but also their social media to get a better picture of the person. Many employers follow this process to determine what views a person holds and whether the company wants to support those views. According to Forbes.com Jacquelyn Smith, 65% of companies have used social media posts to research their applicants thoroughly. Some 51% of them utilize these public posts to check if the applicant is appropriate for a certain position or is flexible enough to adjust to the work environment and culture of the company.

The use of media in the world today is without a doubt one of the most significant aspects of the world economy. It affects the majority of our lives in both positive and negative ways. What you input online can also have a significant impact on your career. There are numerous ways it could aid in finding a great job, but it could also lead to the demise of other employment opportunities. The media is powerful, and if you’re not careful, it can influence more than just your career if you’re not careful about what you say or do.

Sources:  https://www.thebalancemoney.com/top-best-job-websites-2064080 

    https://www.glassdoor.com/index.htm 

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jacquelynsmith/2013/04/16/how-social-media-can-help-or-hurt-your-job-search/?sh=56ed25697ae2