Creative Apprenticeship Scheme

Creative Apprenticeship Scheme
1. Overview 2. Purpose
The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), through Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC) is pleased to announce the offering of grants to Malaysians who are pursuing for certification in the creative multimedia vocational and technical skills at recognized institutions in Malaysia. 3. FIELD OF STUDY Producing & Directing Scripting & Screen Adaptation Animation Games Development Visual & Special Effects Sound Effects/Foley Technology Production Support Service FOR DETAIL APPLICATION   The purpose of this grant is to encourage talented Malaysians to obtain formal recognition for skills that they have harnessed through experiential and informal learning.

Tips: Survivor tactics in the job jungle

Survivor tactics in the job jungle

from JobStreet.com

“Been there, done that” may well be your reaction to more advice on how to land a job. In today’s slow economy, you need to think differently to get noticed. Of course, you still have to go the traditional route of applying through classifieds or job sites. But it’s time to beef up your old routine with fresh strategies. Here, some creative ideas to get noticed by employers.

1. Join e-groups. There are groups for engineers, writers, freelancers, interior designers, cooks—just about any occupation you can think of. If you haven’t tapped these online communities, sign up now.
2. Exceed expectations. It never hurts to see things from the employer’s viewpoint. One young writer outdid his experienced competitors by including with his resume not just his work samples, but a comprehensive list of related article suggestions. The editor appreciated his enthusiasm and hired him.
3. Keep connected. A long period of unemployment can make you want to hide. Don’t. Personal referrals and networking are still as effective as ever. Stay in good terms with your friends, peers, colleagues, bosses, church groups, even ex-girlfriends. They can put in a good word or two for you to a potential employer. Go to workshops, trade shows, conferences and other professional events to get industry updates and connections.
4. Consider a side trip. If your expertise isn’t the most in demand at the moment, how about taking a related job? This way, you’ll pick up a couple of new skills as you wait for your career to sizzle again. Your additional knowledge will earn you extra points with the recruiter.
5. Be a volunteer. It may seem a demotion, but working without pay or for a token fee can be a door to better opportunities. Too, you avoid embarrassing questions about work gaps even as you manage to keep your skills sharp.

Tips: Best 10 Tips For Job Hunting Online

Best 10 tips for job-hunting online

1. Search every day. New positions are uploaded on job sites like JobStreet.com daily, and being the first to respond has its advantages. But don’t ignore old postings, either. Some dated postings may be hard-to-fill jobs that you could be qualified for.
2. Do online research too. Complement your online search by finding out more about the companies you’re applying with. The information you gain can be helpful when you’re called to interview.
3. Make your resume acceptable online. Many companies ask applicants to submit an electronically formatted resume by providing an online form. Be sure to fill in all the required blanks. Without the information he needs, an employer is less likely to take your application seriously.
4. Use key words. Since a single ad can receive numerous applications, some employers activate an automated screening system to weed out unqualified applicants and save time. Be sure to put in relevant key words to raise your chances of getting pass these filters.
5. Use the cut-and-paste format. It’s better to send a resume (in plain text format) as part of the message body. With viruses crawling all over cyberspace, most employers have second thoughts about opening attachments.
6. Focus your search. Don’t submit resumes for different positions with one employer. Worse, don’t blast copies of a general resume to as many firms as possible. Target your job hunting: Be sure you meet the job’s requirements and that you customize resume contents to the particular position.
7. Avoid using office facilities. Remember that employers have the means to track Internet use. You may be violating your employer’s computer and Internet acceptable use policy and revealing to them that you are job hunting. Neither should you job-hunt during office hours, even if it’s lunch break.
8. Protect your privacy. Don’t be so ready to provide your landline, social security number, tax identification number and other sensitive details in your resume. Such information can fall into the hands of unscrupulous persons. Read a job site’s privacy policy to know exactly what it does with applicants’ personal information.
9. Make a good first impression. Be professional: Don’t send a resume that’s hard on the eye or use a cute, weird or funny e-mail address.
10. Don’t just wait. Searching online is undeniably fast and easy, but it doesn’t guarantee you a job. As with traditional job hunting, you still need to work hard to stand above the competition. This means being proactive and following up on your application to catch the employer’s attention.
    
    
    sources: Jobstreet.com