Is My Zig-Zag Showing? Making the Most of Non-Linear Career Paths

Between constant and destabilizing industry shifts and a decidedly idiosyncratic workforce, journalism is full of “zig-zagging” professionals who have, intentionally or otherwise, done a bit of everything and need to be able to explain why they are greater than the sum of their parts.
This session is designed for:

• Zig-zaggers of all varieties looking to put their best feet forward
• Hiring authorities who are interested in hiring for varied, dynamic skills and abilities
• Newsrooms that want to leverage unique backgrounds and knowledge sets

Speakers

Sara Catania

Director, Journalism School Partnerships, Solutions Journalism Network, Solutions Journalism Network

Tracie Powell

Senior Fellow, The Pivot Fund

Kim Bui

Freelance, Arizona Republic