Occupation: Literature

Dive into every corner of life to "hunt for news." A difficult situation requiring social assistance, a poor student achieving top honors, a cruel act of child abuse needing condemnation… All of these could be stories for you to publish in the newspapers.Skills you need to haveFirst and foremost, you must be a compassionate person, capable of empathizing with difficult life situations, indignant at social injustices, and eager to contribute to making life better instead of merely condemning and criticizing it. Given the nature of the profession, which requires delivering quick, new, and up-to-date information, dynamism and perceptiveness are indispensable qualities for a journalist. Journalism sometimes also demands courage and a willingness to sacrifice. And of course, a crucial skill is strong writing ability; if it's not currently your strength, it should be a goal you strive for if you want to choose this profession.Where can you apply for a job? All press and media outlets nationwide.Social needsA society that "craves" information like today always needs the contributions of journalists. However, the question is how we can become competent journalists. Currently, former students of the University of Literature are working in most media agencies nationwide. Many have held and are holding important positions such as Vu Quang Vinh (K18), Editor-in-Chief of Thieu Nien Tien Phong newspaper; Duong Ki Anh (K13), former Editor-in-Chief of Tien Phong newspaper; Thuan Huu (K21), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan newspaper; Ta Viet Anh (K18), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Hanoi Moi newspaper; Luu Quang Dinh (K29), Editor-in-Chief of Nong Thon Ngay Nay newspaper...

Creating scripts for feature films and television series (plot, characters, episodes, segments, etc.)Skills you need to haveIf you love film, literature, and television; if you have a rich imagination, unique ideas, and a passion for creativity; if you possess keen observation skills and sharp language abilities, perhaps you should consider becoming a screenwriter for film or television. Of course, to excel in this field, you need to read extensively in Vietnamese and international literature, and accumulate a broad base of knowledge and social understanding. If possible, don't miss opportunities to experience and immerse yourself in life. Regularly ask yourself: if you were a viewer, what kind of film would you enjoy watching?Where can you apply for a job?The scriptwriting departments of television stations, state-owned and private film production companies, media companies, scriptwriting firms… If you have the ability, you can even be a freelance scriptwriter.Social needsThe need to find good scripts is a challenging issue for domestic film producers, and this is an opportunity for screenwriters to test their skills. Besides established figures from the previous generation such as writer-screenwriter Nguyen Thi Thu Hue (K29), poet-screenwriter Phan Huyen Thu (K34)... there is a new generation of young screenwriters emerging from the Faculty of Literature, such as Ha Thuy Nguyen (K48) with the film *The Laurel Wreath*, and the young screenwriting group Song Thuy Luong Ha (K45-46) with the film *Programming for the Heart*...

Editing manuscripts for books, searching for ideas to create books that serve everyday life.Skills you need to haveTo produce a book that is well-received by readers, an editor must accurately grasp the knowledge needs of society, specifically knowing what kind of books readers are looking for. You must especially accumulate a rich vocabulary in Vietnamese, particularly specialized terminology in the field you are responsible for (literature, science, children's books). Furthermore, meticulousness, carefulness, and perseverance are considered top qualities of an editor because you must understand that the densely written manuscript pages will be your constant companion in this work.Where can you apply for a job?Any publishing house nationwide could be your choice, such as: Literature Publishing House, Writers' Association Publishing House, Women's Publishing House, Knowledge Publishing House, Culture and Information Publishing House, National University Publishing House…Social needsAs long as society needs books, there will always be a place for the editor profession. Former students of the University of Literature are a powerful force of editors in publishing houses across the country. Some hold key leadership positions: Nguyen Van Cu (Class of 1918), Director of the Literature Publishing House; Mai Quynh Giao (Class of 1919), Director of the Women's Publishing House…

• If you have a good or excellent academic record, if you are passionate about research and want to share your knowledge with more people, then you should choose a career as a lecturer at a university.
• You can work as a researcher at research institutes such as the Institute of Literature, the Institute of Culture, etc.
• By obtaining an additional teaching certificate, you have a great opportunity to become a teacher at high schools nationwide, especially at local schools.
• Officials at city, provincial, and district-level cultural and information agencies: Department of Culture, Cultural Office, etc.
• Organizational staff: Central Committee of the Youth Union, Central Committee of the Student Association, provincial youth unions, People's Committees of cities, etc.