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Career advice from recently placed Senior Account Executive, Dayve Talbot

Are you new to the industry, looking to get a foot in the door or wanting to know more about what Major Players can do for you? Well why not hear it from one of our success stories. We placed Dayve as a Senior Account Executive with advertising specialists; The Good Agency after he bagged some experience on a placement/entry level role at Tequila.

Not got time for a video? Check out the main points below…

Getting a foot in the door
“I find that the best way to get into the industry is through an internship or work placement, which is what I did at Tequila, it was initially a 2 week placement that was extended and eventually turned into a permanent role.”

On internships
“They are quite difficult as there is little structure which can make you quite uncomfortable. However, it's a great opportunity to get experience, work with different brands and get your face known in the industry.”

Your CV
“It's really important to make sure that your CV is constantly updated and make sure that you dish it out to people in the industry - recruiters, people you're working with on placement. It's important to get a critique other than your own, so take any advice on board.”

Attraction to the industry
“I've wanted to work in the industry since a very young age and I love the role as it has a really good mixture of creativity and business.”

Like what Dayve had to say? Then check out the rest of our career advice videos here, or why not register your details with us and search for the latest Account Management & Planning jobs.

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