Careers for Tech Girls in Digital Publishing

Careers for Tech Girls in Digital Publishing
Author: Hillary Dodge
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2018-07-15
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1508180164

Take a look behind the scenes of several exciting and rewarding careers in the world of digital publishing. Inside this guide, creative girls will find solid information about how to pursue the career of their dreams. They will explore options for creating new-wave content, designing publishing platforms for the media of the future, and leading organizations through digital media publication and management. It's no secret that some of the highest paying and innovative jobs involve connecting ideas with technology. This accessible guide provides practical tips for girls at every stage of the career preparation journey.

Careers for Tech Girls in Graphic Design

Careers for Tech Girls in Graphic Design
Author: Donna B. McKinney
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2018-07-15
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1508180113

For the artistic girl who enjoys the creative process and also has a knack for handling the technology that powers her world, a graphic design career could be a great fit. This book provides easy-to-follow descriptions of careers in graphic design, including multimedia design, web design, and photography. Readers will find information on the daily duties of a graphic designer, the education and training required, and the job prospects for the coming years. This accessible guide also provides practical advice on how to write a resume and cover letter, build a portfolio, prepare for job interviews, and network.

Careers for Tech Girls in Computer Science

Careers for Tech Girls in Computer Science
Author: Heather Moore Niver
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2015-07-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1499461054

This straightforward guide empowers those young women who are interested in working as computer and information research scientists, computer network architects, information security analysts, software developers, web developers, and video game developers and designers by offering a trove of industry insiders' career tips. The responsibilities of each job area are described along with the specific skills and training that are required. Steps for looking for jobs, compiling a resume and writing a cover letter, interviewing, and staying at the top of the game after getting the job are all thoroughly examined.

Gender Considerations and Influence in the Digital Media and Gaming Industry

Gender Considerations and Influence in the Digital Media and Gaming Industry
Author: Prescott, Julie
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 357
Release: 2014-06-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1466661437

Occupational segregation is an important issue and can be detrimental to women. There is a strong need for more women in science, engineering, and information technology, which are traditionally male dominated fields. Female representation in the computer gaming industry is a potential way to increase the presence of women in other computer-related fields. Gender Considerations and Influence in the Digital Media and Gaming Industry provides a collection of high-quality empirical studies and personal experiences of women working in male-dominated fields with a particular focus on the media and gaming industries. Providing insight on best methods for attracting and retaining women in these fields, this volume is a valuable reference for executives and members of professional bodies who wish to encourage women in their career progression.

Careers for Tech Girls in Video Game Development

Careers for Tech Girls in Video Game Development
Author: Laura La Bella
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2015-07-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1499461070

Women have faced an uphill climb in the male-dominated world of video game development, but that is beginning to change. Young women now make up nearly half of all gamers, and some companies are looking to expand the influence of women in the gaming industry and engage with them as creators, rather than only as consumers. This resource introduces middle and high school girls to the world of video game development, covering the kinds of courses, extracurricular activities, and organizations that can help them get into a career in video game development.

Careers for Tech Girls in Technology

Careers for Tech Girls in Technology
Author: Carol Hand
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 83
Release: 2015-07-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1499461003

STEM careers are one of the fastest growing job sectors globally today, and yet women are grossly underrepresented in STEM industries. This title seeks to break that trend, presenting young women who have a knack for technology with the various career options available in the tech sector. Four primary career sectors are addressed: communications, aerospace and defense, green technology, and biotechnology. Career essentials are also addressed—including job hunting, writing a solid résumé, mastering an interviewing, and networking—as are the challenges faced by women in the workforce (and how to overcome them!).

Using Computer Science in Online Retail Careers

Using Computer Science in Online Retail Careers
Author: Carla Mooney
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2017-07-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1508175217

Technology has changed the way that people shop. And those changes have brought with them new ways for retailers to interact with those customers, which requires businesses to hire more technologically savvy employees. This comprehensive guide to building a career in coding and online retail takes a look at how to get an education in the field, which types of businesses are hiring and why, and the different routes those aspiring to a career in online retail are taking on the path to success.

Handbook of Research on the Societal Impact of Digital Media

Handbook of Research on the Societal Impact of Digital Media
Author: Guzzetti, Barbara
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 823
Release: 2015-08-27
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1466683112

The evolution of digital media has enhanced global perspectives in all facets of communication, greatly increasing the range, scope, and accessibility of shared information. Due to the tremendously broad-reaching influence of digital media, its impact on learning, behavior, and social interaction has become a widely discussed topic of study, synthesizing the research of academic scholars, community educators, and developers of civic programs. The Handbook of Research on the Societal Impact of Digital Media is an authoritative reference source for recent developments in the dynamic field of digital media. This timely publication provides an overview of technological developments in digital media and their myriad applications to literacy, education, and social settings. With its extensive coverage of issues related to digital media use, this handbook is an essential aid for students, instructors, school administrators, and education policymakers who hope to increase and optimize classroom incorporation of digital media. This innovative publication features current empirical studies and theoretical frameworks addressing a variety of topics including chapters on instant messaging, podcasts, video sharing, cell phone and tablet applications, e-discussion lists, e-zines, e-books, e-textiles, virtual worlds, social networking, cyberbullying, and the ethical issues associated with these new technologies.

The Johns Hopkins Guide to Digital Media

The Johns Hopkins Guide to Digital Media
Author: Marie-Laure Ryan
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 553
Release: 2014-04-15
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1421412233

The first systematic, comprehensive reference covering the ideas, genres, and concepts behind digital media. The study of what is collectively labeled “New Media”—the cultural and artistic practices made possible by digital technology—has become one of the most vibrant areas of scholarly activity and is rapidly turning into an established academic field, with many universities now offering it as a major. The Johns Hopkins Guide to Digital Media is the first comprehensive reference work to which teachers, students, and the curious can quickly turn for reliable information on the key terms and concepts of the field. The contributors present entries on nearly 150 ideas, genres, and theoretical concepts that have allowed digital media to produce some of the most innovative intellectual, artistic, and social practices of our time. The result is an easy-to-consult reference for digital media scholars or anyone wishing to become familiar with this fast-developing field.

Digital Inclusion, Teens, and Your Library

Digital Inclusion, Teens, and Your Library
Author: Lesley S. J. Farmer
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2005-03-30
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 031305889X

The digital divide is a disturbing reality, and teens in our society increasingly fall into distinct categories of technology haves and have-nots, whether or not computers are available to them in the schools. This trend undermines the futures of our youth and jeopardizes the vitality of our society. Today's librarians are in a unique position to help bridge the gap. This guide helps librarians to identify tech-nots—technologically disadvantaged teens—in a community or school and to reach out and build information literacy in underserved teen populations. Farmer goes beyond recommending computers for every teen, and demonstrates how to overcome teen misperceptions and disinterest in computers. After examining the problem and the populations most affected, the author discusses how to build awareness and motivation, train staff, create space and time, build the collection, develop partnerships with other agencies and organizations, offer services, and overcome barriers with specific populations. Citing benchmark programs and services from around the country, Farmer offers a wealth of exciting new ways for libraries to connect with at-risk teens today. Grades 6-12.