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Marketing professionals in this area work closely with creative to oversee the production of material.

Field marketing agencies support product launches and help companies achieve long-term sales objectives.

Marketing managers aim to maximise profits through the development of sales strategies that match customer requirements.

Media analysts carry out general, quantitative and qualitative research in the production of media evaluation reports, the results of which are used to improve the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

Digital marketing uses new media, such as the internet, to promote companies' products and services. If you have a passion for digital media this could be the perfect career for you.

Social researchers design, manage and undertake research projects that aim to investigate social issues such as employment, unemployment, gender, health, education and social policy.

There's more to creative marketing than just coming up with ideas. You'll need commercial awareness, good judgement and top lateral thinking skills.

Five leading retail graduate employers tell us what competencies they expect from successful candidates – make sure you tick all the right boxes with your application and at interview.

Support a great cause, meet new people... and get essential charity work experience that could lead to a permanent graduate job.

Get ready to make a difference. Find out about salaries, work experience and how to search for work in the charity sector, along with alternative ways to bring about positive change.