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1. Digital Marketing & Content Strategy
• Why: Strong demand, creative + analytical work, ties closely to mass comm skills.
• How to start: Google Digital Marketing Certificate, HubSpot or Meta Certifications, internships/freelance.

2. Public Relations or Corporate Communications
• Why: Uses her communication background; valuable in both private and public sectors.
• How to start: Apply to entry-level PR roles, network with PRSA, build a portfolio.

3. Media & Entertainment (e.g., Podcasting, Hosting, Producing)
• Why: Leverages mass comm background; great for self-expression and influence.
• How to start: Launch a podcast, intern at media outlets, join NABJ (National Association of Black Journalists).

4. UX Writing or Content Design
• Why: High-paying tech job for word-savvy people, growing demand.
• How to start: Take a UX Writing bootcamp (like UX Writing Hub), learn Figma basics, build a sample portfolio.

5. Tech Sales / Business Development
• Why: Great entry to tech with no need for coding; communication + relationship-building are key.
• How to start: Explore tech sales roles (SDR/BDR), consider a course (like CourseCareers or Prehired).



Development & Growth Recommendations:

Mentorship & Community
• Join:
• Black Women Talk Tech
• ColorComm
• National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
• Lean In Circles for Black Women
These provide mentoring, networking, and support.

Skill-Building Resources
• Writing/Editing: Poynter Institute, Grammarly certification
• Tech Skills: LinkedIn Learning, Coursera (e.g., “Digital Media and Marketing Strategies”)
• Career Acceleration: MLT (Management Leadership for Tomorrow "

Related persons

9

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1. Digital Marketing & Content Strategy
• Why: Strong demand, creative + analytical work, ties closely to mass comm skills.
• How to start: Google Digital Marketing Certificate, HubSpot or Meta Certifications, internships/freelance.

2. Public Relations or Corporate Communications
• Why: Uses her communication background; valuable in both private and public sectors.
• How to start: Apply to entry-level PR roles, network with PRSA, build a portfolio.

3. Media & Entertainment (e.g., Podcasting, Hosting, Producing)
• Why: Leverages mass comm background; great for self-expression and influence.
• How to start: Launch a podcast, intern at media outlets, join NABJ (National Association of Black Journalists).

4. UX Writing or Content Design
• Why: High-paying tech job for word-savvy people, growing demand.
• How to start: Take a UX Writing bootcamp (like UX Writing Hub), learn Figma basics, build a sample portfolio.

5. Tech Sales / Business Development
• Why: Great entry to tech with no need for coding; communication + relationship-building are key.
• How to start: Explore tech sales roles (SDR/BDR), consider a course (like CourseCareers or Prehired).



Development & Growth Recommendations:

Mentorship & Community
• Join:
• Black Women Talk Tech
• ColorComm
• National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
• Lean In Circles for Black Women
These provide mentoring, networking, and support.

Skill-Building Resources
• Writing/Editing: Poynter Institute, Grammarly certification
• Tech Skills: LinkedIn Learning, Coursera (e.g., “Digital Media and Marketing Strategies”)
• Career Acceleration: MLT (Management Leadership for Tomorrow "