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Beyond the CV: How to make yourself employable in journalism in 2026

If you want to land that interview, you'll need more than an AI-generated CV - employers want to see facts, initiative and a squeaky-clean LinkedIn profile

David Spencer
David Spencer
July 30, 2026 – 5 min read

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