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    Maribel
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    How has getting hired in the marketing industry changed in the last 5 or so years? Is having a degree still as necessary as it was 5 years ago?

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    Janet Granger updated 3 years ago 2 Members · 1 Reply
  • Janet Granger

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    November 21, 2021 at 8:00 pm

    Great question! If anything, marketing has gotten more competitive. Having a degree isn’t necessary to do some of the basic digital tasks (posting on social media, etc.). But a degree can help with getting promoted to a more strategic role, or having the opportunity to manage or lead a team.

    The toughest thing right now is getting experience (when it comes to getting hired). And for that, doing an internship or volunteering for a nonprofit can be a great way to show you have experience and talk about what you’ve done.