"In order for this industry to succeed the supply of skilled labor must meet industry demands."

"Multimedia is any combination of text, graphic art, sound, animation, and video delivered to you by computer or other electronic means. It is richly presented sensation. When you weave together the sensual elements of multimedia-dazzling pictures and animations, engaging sounds, compelling video clips, and raw textual information-you can electrify the thought and action centers of people's minds. When you give them interactive control or the process, they can be enchanted. Multimedia excites eyes, ears, fingertips, and, most importantly, the head." (Multimedia making it work 5th edition)

Careers

Markets

Multimedia Uses

What do you need to succeed in Multimedia?

How do you get there?

• Clearly define what you want to be or do. (i.e. a Graphic Designer, Authoring Specialist, Art director, Animator)
• Define the skills you need to succeed in your chosen field. (Make a list)
• Create a plan to acquire the skills you do not possess.
• A great resume. Generating 3 to 4 versions of your resume is a good idea. (Different versions for different jobs) The cover letter is what will get you the interview it needs to be your best work. (A dozen different versions are handy to have) Start your resume the day you register for classes at COM and have it finished and in hand the day you get your certificate.
• A professional looking, polished portfolio. Keep it short. Keep it focused
• Work experience. Every Human Resources manager looks for this. Get it, find it, create it! It may be volunteer or part time, no matter, you need some.

The Path

So how do I get there? By completing the Certificate Program at College of Marin? That is a big part of it. You need to participate in all that's offered at COM. Meet with the COM counselors to discuss your multimedia future. Meet with your instructors to discuss the future of Multimedia, your goals, your strong points, where you fit in. Become a tutor at COM. There is no better way to hone your skills and get paid for it. Get involved! Use all the resources available to you at College of Marin.

Links
http://www.skillsnet.net/core.cfm "The Ultimate Entertainment and New Media Career Guide"
http://www.dice.com "Tech Jobs. Tech Talent."
http://www.guru.com "we connect great companies with quality talent"
http://www.monster.com "Become the best possible candidate for the job you want!"
http://www.craigslist.org "Bulletin board for jobs, resumes, etc. in the Bay Area"
http://www.careervoyager.com "Your Job Search & Career Management Desktop." (Worldwide)
http://www.wageweb.com "Salary Survey Data"
http://www.rileyguide.com "Links to salary information on the web"
http://www.newmedia.com/nm-ie.asp "What's Next on the Net?"
http://www.binarygirl.com "Where Girls and Technology Click"
http://www.internet.com/home-d.html "The Internet & IT Network"