Networking for Remote Jobs After College

Networking when everything is remote is very challenging - especially for the post-production crew where everyone is sitting in their various homes all day at a computer. Need I say how important it is? People just starting out in their careers are at a huge disadvantage working remotely since they miss out on all those encounters in the halls that can lead to new opportunities, building ties with all the other freelancers on whatever job they are currently on. I love working remotely, but it definitely impacts the kind of day-to-day networking that we all need to strengthen connections, make new ones, and find the next great gig. Besides the "go to industry events and talk to people" basic advice, think about how the gig you might have right now can lead to future gigs. Here are some ideas about networking-while-remote for assistant editors (and everyone else). What would you add? ✂️ Reach out! Honestly, most editors I know are on the introverted side. That's partly why they are editors. So if you are their remote assistant, reach out to them. Ask questions. Ask to look at cuts and works in progress and then make observations and ask thoughtful questions. Email them and kick-start a correspondence about editing theory (personally, I would love this from an assistant). ✂️ You may be overwhelmed with tasks, but make a commitment to take a few moments every day to make contact with someone on your team about something not immediately connected to this moment in the project. ✂️ Email a cameraperson or a producer and comment on a great shot or well-covered scene. Ask a good question and start a conversation. ✂️ Ask a producer if you can have a few minutes to chat about their process, or how they got to where they are. Research what other things they have done so you have some stuff to talk about. ✂️ Don't wait for someone to mentor you - ask for it. ✂️ Call up the production manager when you are several weeks in, and thank them for hiring you - what a great time you are having, how interesting the project is, what you've learned. (Or email them.) ✂️ Use the production slack message board, or whatever, to start interesting conversations. Maybe bring up a recent documentary you saw, or other general industry topic. Look for ways for more people on the team to know your name. ✂️ When the project is over, write to every person on the team and make some comment or observation about what a great job they did (keep a list for this as you work). Be sincere. Ask them them to keep you in mind, and send them your CV. Basically, don't just hunker down and do a great job, dependably. Get your name in everyone's minds. These are the people that will be recommending you for your next gig and don't miss the opportunity to get them to remember you. Full disclosure - I wish I'd taken more of this advice myself. I tend to be more of a hunker-down-and-do-a-great-job type! What other ways can you think of to network on the job?

Dear May 2025 Grads especially international students, Graduated now.. Excited? Nervous? Wondering how to land a job in the U.S. as visa deadlines loom? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Let’s talk real job search strategy. Here are some out-of-the-box networking + time management tips that worked for me and many others because the "just apply online" route? It’s not enough anymore. Networking tip #1: Become a connector, not a collector Don’t just collect LinkedIn connections. Engage. After every virtual or in-person event, send a thoughtful message: “Hey [Name], I loved your take on [topic]. Would love to stay in touch and learn from your journey.” Then follow their content, leave a meaningful comment weekly. Not just "Great post"—say why it resonated. Real Example? I did this with a speaker from a conference. A week later, they referred me to a role I didn’t know existed. Networking tip #2: DM like a human Cold messaging can work if it’s warm in tone. No one likes “Hi, can you refer me?”. Try this: “Hi [Name], I’m a May 2025 grad, exploring roles in [your field]. Your path at [Company] is inspiring! What advice would you give someone starting out?” You’re not asking for a job— You’re building trust. Jobs often follow. Networking tip #3: Start your own thing No industry events? Create one. Host a 20-minute Zoom chat with peers and invite 1 professional. Call it “Something Creative.” Record it, post snippets on LinkedIn. Now you’re no longer chasing people— They come to you. Time Tip #1: Pick 3 buckets daily Job search feels endless—so make it finite. Every day, pick only 3 things: 10 application 10 follow-up 1-2 learning or networking action Then rest. Your brain needs consistent progress, not burnout. Time Tip #2: Theme your week Mon: Research companies Tue: Tailor resume + apply Wed: Networking messages Thu: Interview prep Fri: Personal branding Sat: Review progress Sun: Rest or reflect Theme = clarity. Clarity = momentum. Bonus Tip: Show your work in public Share your job search journey online. Post about projects, learnings, even rejections. One classmate posted his weekly job goals + learnings. He got a DM from a hiring manager who was watching silently. You never know who’s watching. International students—this road is hard, but it’s not impossible. You just need to play it smart, support each other, and show up consistently. If you’re on this journey, You’ve got this. #May2025Grads #InternationalStudents #JobSearchTips #Networking #TimeManagement #F1VisaJobs #OPT #CPT #CareerGrowth #LevelUp

The 10-minute daily habit that's helped my clients land remote roles 3x faster than traditional methods... 👇🏼 Most remote job seekers spend HOURS each day scrolling through the same job boards as thousands of other applicants. Sometimes all these need is a few simple shifts or “hacks” to stand out from the crowd… After helping hundreds of people land remote jobs, I've learned success comes down to consistency with the right activities - not the time spent. I call it the "10-Minute Connection Method" - and it's dramatically outperforming traditional application strategies. Here's exactly what to do: ✅ 1 // Identify ONE ideal company each day Don't spread yourself thin across dozens of random postings. Research and select a single company that truly aligns with your skills and values - whether they're actively hiring or not. ✅ 2 // Find TWO people to connect with Locate someone in your target role and someone on the hiring team. Don't just follow them - study their recent posts and activity to understand what they care about. ✅ 3 // Make ONE meaningful engagement This isn't about generic comments like "Great post!" Leave a thoughtful, value-adding response that demonstrates your expertise and perspective. Make it impossible to ignore. ✅ 4 // Track everything in a simple system Keep a spreadsheet of your daily connections with follow-up dates. This turns random networking into a structured pipeline of opportunities. — The power of this approach is in the compound effect: // After 5 days: You've made 10 strategic connections // After 30 days: You have 60 potential pathways to hidden opportunities // After 90 days: You've built a network of 180 people who can refer you internally — My client Jason had been applying to remote marketing roles for 4 months with zero interviews. Within 3 weeks of implementing this method, he had conversations with hiring managers at 5 companies - 3 of which weren't even publicly hiring yet. The most surprising part? This approach actually SAVES time compared to endless application submissions, while delivering drastically better results. Remote work is fundamentally about relationships and trust. Shouldn't your job search reflect that? Here’s to us “escaping the cubicle” Wes 📌 Remote job searching? Comment “resume” and I’ll send you my Remote Resume Checklist to help you get started. #remotework #jobsearchtips #resumewriter 🎥 (@chandanartacademy)