Robin Schuler
Marketing Sales Coordinator @ Texas MedClinic
I am responsible for all marketing and advertising initiatives for a growing urgent care practice in Austin. It is my job to make sure the public and employers know about the services Texas MedClinic offers. I manage all advertising including print, sponsorships, out of home, events, direct mail and social media. I also contact prospective and established employers to market the services we offer to businesses.
How I Got Here
ShowI interned at GSD&M for 2 years as a student. I was hired on full time after graduation and continued working in the new biz department. After a couple of years I decided I would prefer the client side and went to work in marketing for a small medical equipment company. I have used my advertising skills in all positions, but my current role is not all advertising based.
I've always been interested in medicine, but didn't want to be a doctor. Working in medical marketing was the perfect solution!
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Recommendations
ShowDon't stress too much about your major. In the real world, a lot of people end up working in something other than what they studied. Most employers will place more importance on practical skills, personality then on your major. Also, remember no job is perfect and it's important to get experience which will lead you to the right job.