Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Music

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Music
Author: Carla Mooney
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2013-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1477718281

Music careers go beyond being in a band or joining a world-famous orchestra. And some of them don't even require college! This volume provides readers with all the tools they need to build a career in the field of music without heading to college first. It includes some informative sidebars with exclusive job search tips and some real-life information from people working in the field. Readers are encouraged to get creative about their job searches, going beyond the "college to job" approach.

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love to Entertain

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love to Entertain
Author: Amie Jane Leavitt
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2016-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1508172757

This book, stressing the importance of preparation, hard work, and marketing your business, focuses on traditional entertainment like music and acting but also delves into less conventional work like working as a Foley artist or as a children's entertainer.

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Gaming

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Gaming
Author: Adam Furgang
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2016-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1508172838

This book covers all facets of the gaming industry, including production and sales, and also looks into traditional gaming outside of the multimedia industry. With a particular focus on the practical challenges of breaking into the world of gaming and strategies to help students prepare for working in the field, it aims to provide a range of entry points.

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love the Arts

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love the Arts
Author: Tracy Brown Hamilton
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2016-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1508172889

Artistic endeavors require patience and persistence, but not necessarily a four-year degree. This title offers readers interested in careers in the arts a framework for putting their passion into action. Students will learn which high school classes will help prepare them for job opportunities as a dancer, actor, tattoo artist, photographer, or even costumer designer. Beyond in-school preparation, the text offers timely information on other types of training including apprenticeships and online courses. The title also includes interviews with professionals working in the field as well as helpful resources.

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Nature

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Nature
Author: Gabrielle Navarre
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2013-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 147771829X

Many exciting and rewarding careers exist for nature lovers, many of which don’t require a college degree. The author presents a variety of jobs that allow people to make a living in the great outdoors, from guiding tourists on whitewater rafting expeditions to photographing exotic animals in distant, beautiful locales. Careers such as park ranger, wildland firefighter, and ecotourism planner allow people to enjoy some of the world’s most spectacular environments while also protecting these areas for future generations. Helpful career-related resources such as organizations, books, magazines, and blogs follow each chapter, and stunning color photographs draw in the reader.

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Animals

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Animals
Author: Carol Hand
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2013-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1477718273

From working with dogs to horses to elephants, there is a job out there for every person who loves working with animals. And the ones in this volume don't require college! Giving readers all the tools they need to begin a career working with animals, this text is filled with exciting and colorful animal photos, informative sidebars, and some information from individuals who work with animals in real life. It covers résumés, cover letters, job searches, and giving a good interview as well.

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love to Cook & Eat

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love to Cook & Eat
Author: Sarah Machajewski
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2013-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1477718206

Young people who love to cook for friends and family and explore new ingredients and flavors in the kitchen may find that a career in the food industry is the perfect fit. The author presents a variety of exciting careers in which one can cook or eat for a living: cook, personal chef, caterer, and food photographer or stylist are just a few delectable choices. A wealth of resources related to each career is found at the end of every chapter, and full-color photos of professionals in action add visual appeal.

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Photography

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Photography
Author: Marcia Amidon Lusted
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2016-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1508172773

This career guide takes the simple concept of "being good with a camera" and gives readers a long, actionable list for turning their interests into a career across a variety of fields. This guide is all that a camera enthusiast needs to get started planning and building a career--all without having to worry about student loans.

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Can Build Things

Cool Careers Without College for People Who Can Build Things
Author: Heather Moore Niver
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2013-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1477718265

Readers can consider careers as a gardener, sculptor, tailor, carpenter, and even doll maker. Not only can they learn how to break into these fields, but each section has a listing of resources to further their research.