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Explore all graduate advice and guidance on targetjobs

On targetjobs you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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Cinematographer: job description

Careers advice and planning

A cinematographer (or director of photography) is the person who physically shoots the footage for films, TV series, music videos and adverts.

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TV/film director: job description

Careers advice and planning

Directors take full creative lead of television and film productions, from the writing stage all the way through to the final edit stage.

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Video game developer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews
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Tour operator: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Tour operators are responsible for organising and preparing holiday tours. They follow trends in the popularity of destinations and packages, and adjust company plans accordingly.

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Product manager: job description

Careers advice and planning

A product manager oversees the entire lifecycle of a product or product line.

Technology
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How to be successful in the recruitment process for the NHS graduate management training scheme

Applications

Get ready to show recruiters you're fit for a career in healthcare with expert advice on approaching applications and interviews for the NHS graduate management training scheme.

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How to answer questions on the NHS scientist training programme application form

Applications

We help you prepare for your application for the NHS scientist training programme with guidance on how to answer the questions previously asked in the application form.

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Seven things I wish I'd known as a fresher

University life

Prepare yourself to not only survive, but excel at, being a fresher in your first year at university, with these seven tips from a hardened graduate.

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Five things I wish I could tell my first-year self

University life

If one graduate could rig up a DeLorean and travel back a few years, here are the top five things they would tell their first-year self now.

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Choosing your student accommodation: what to consider

University life

Moving into student accommodation can be a great experience whether your lectures are in person or not. Use this checklist to compare options and find a place to live that’s right for you.

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What next after a higher national diploma: job hunting or top-up degree?

University life

Find out how your HND can help you get into your chosen career and explore options for further study and training.

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What can I do after a foundation degree?

University life

Pick up ideas for what to do after a foundation degree, discover whether you should top it up to a bachelors degree and find out whether you can apply for graduate schemes and postgraduate courses.

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