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The NBN Employment Department gave us realistic expectations and helped us prepare a game plan - who to meet, which sectors are looking, how to make and approach potential contacts. Throughout the process, it was evident how the NBN staff care and do their utmost to help new Olim transition successfully. I found a wonderful job (that matches 100% what I desired in a position) because the NBN Employment Counselor saw a position and cared enough to send my resume in to the company. I received a phone call not too long after, and a few interviews later I am happily employed!

-Amy, NBN 2010

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I made an appointment at the NBN office to review my new resume tailored for the Israeli market.  The advice they give one is advice anyone who is job hunting knows - network, network, network.  What NBN gave me was a built-in network that I could immediately start to connect with.  However the most important thing I received was the belief that I had a great team behind me and that I am not alone!

-Ayala, NBN 2010

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I wanted to thank the NBN team for setting me up with my first job in Israel! I couldn't have found this position without you! I am so glad I turned to NBN for help.

--Taire, NBN 2011

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The NBN Employment Department sent me the links from their job board. I sent my resume to positions that I thought were relevant and gave my specific information to the NBN Employment Department. A month later I get a reply from someone who got my resume from the NBN Employment Department. I was thrilled!

-Amy, NBN 2010

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I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all of your assistance yesterday. I walked into your office not quite knowing what to expect and was amazed by the type of assistance that you were able to provide.

-Nir

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I would like to say that the employment department for Nefesh b'Nefesh has been unflagging in its dedication to finding jobs for new olim - following through and helping at every stage, responsive to all inquiries, and always on the lookout for what is best for the oleh.

-Kim, NBN 2005

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I started looking for a job on my own as soon as I arrived in Israel and after three months without a decent break, I reached out to NBN for help. NBN told me that they would start sending out my resume which I thought would be a nice, extra outlet. I was feeling hopeless, but now I am now very happily employed thanks to NBN who connected me with my current employer! Thank you NBN

-Tamar, NBN 2011

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Thank you for your smile! I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate the talk we had after the linked-in session. Thank you for listening. I will be in touch. From my heart, thank you for everything!

-Polly, NBN 2008

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To start me off, NBN gave me all the necessary tools and resources to begin the search. And the best part about this all was that they themselves were looking out for me, and sending my resume to any fitting positions they found. With their help, I landed my first job in Israel in a very reasonable about of time. A big thank you to the NBN Employment Department!

-Donna, NBN 2010

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Television & Media

Thank you to Adi Soffer, television director, for participating in this interview. If you have further questions, please be in touch with Adi at Adi.Soffer@gmail.com.

What is your current position?
I work in the television industry as a director and creative director. A creative director manages the creative process to produce a promotional campaign. I used to work for several different channels, but I do freelance work now.

How did you find your job?
Networking is key. I initially started out as an online/offline video editor.    

What experience do you need to get into your field?
You need a background in graphic design, acting, directing, or technical video.

What degree should someone making Aliyah come with in order to break into your field?
Graduating from film school is very helpful.

Does it make any difference whether you studied in Israel or abroad?
If you can get a degree from certain film schools in America, such as NYU or SVA, it looks very good on your resume.

What are the benefits of working in this field?
The work is interesting, and it offers better pay than many other Israeli industries.

What is the salary range?
There is a huge salary range. It starts at $2,000/month for professionals, and it goes up from there.

Who are the major employers in your field?
Cable companies, Hot, satellite companies, and the three major television channels: Keshet, Reshet and Channel 10.

Are there any new areas of specialization that you feel are becoming increasingly important?
Broadcast graphic designers and animators are very much needed in Israel. There are also a lot of opportunities for those who know how to work with after effects and 3D animation, and it is helpful to know how to work Avid Suite. Screenwriters are in high demand, but it is difficult work.

What recommendations can you offer Olim who are looking to work in this field?
Come to Israel with a show reel, because that is what people look at when you are looking for a job.

You will also need to know Hebrew, in order to communicate with employers.

I recommend that you take a short course at a private school here for video editing or directing.

Do you have any advice for students who are interested in working in this field?
I recommend that you shadow the creative process, to see what it’s all about.

What is it like to work in your field in Israel?
The most important factor is the smallness of the market compared to other countries. This is a benefit as well as a drawback. The benefit is that you are exposed to a lot of opportunities because there are not that many people who are doing your kind of job. The disadvantage is that in terms of budget and ideas, the market is quite reserved, and it’s hard to implement new ideas.

Other advice?
The television industry here is tough. It is a close circle of people who work in the field. You really need to do extensive networking and spend a lot of time with people who work in the field.