Cone, Hill Holliday to judge Perfect Pitch competition - Apply by 10/22

Oct. 10, 2012

Want to work in the communications industry? Looking for a way to stand out in front of employers? Apply to participate in Perfect Pitch, sponsored by the Hiatt Career Center!

Perfect Pitch [RSVP here]
Friday, November 9, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Multi-Purpose Room, Shapiro Campus Center

Featuring expert judges from:
hill     cone

Download the event flyer (PDF).

Communications employers look for:

  • Creativity
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork

Perfect Pitch is your chance to demonstrate these skills in front of recruiters in advance of their internship application deadlines.

On the day of the event, participants will be given a marketing/communications case study. Participants will be randomly divided into teams of of 3-4 students. The teams will then develop a marketing plan which they will then pitch to a panel of industry professionals. Participants will also be asked to deliver a 30 second ‘elevator pitch” (personal introduction) for the judges. Fun prizes will be awarded to the winning team.

To participate:

  • RSVP via B.hired > Events > Workshops.
  • Complete Hiatt’s Campus Recruiting requirements
  • Respond to the question, “Why would you be a good fit for this program?” in 200 words or less. Email your response to Jackie Blesso. Please be sure to highlight any previous communications experience and/or knowledge.

The deadline to RSVP is Monday, October 22, at 11:59 p.m. Students will be notified of their acceptance into the program by Friday, October 26, 2012.