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 Compared to other jobsites, grapevinejobs doesn't have many positions listed. Why's that? |
Because we're very selective about what appears on the site. We only accept job listings which have a connection to our specialist sectors of broadcast and media. |
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| I've tried to register for job flash, but my job function isn't listed. What can I do? |
Our aim was to devise a list of job functions that's comprehensive but not too long.
- Please look through the list of functions carefully - yours may actually be there but with a slightly different description from what you're used to.
- In some cases, we let salary define the function. For example, a production
assistant would select "production
manager/coordinator" - but with a salary range
of, say, <£20k.
- Some functions are combined with related ones.
Finally, if you still can't find your job function, please let us know.
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| Why does the order of job listings on grapevinejobs constantly change? |
Because:
- New jobs go directly to the top of the job list
- All jobs are 'refreshed' after 7 days by moving towards the top of the list
- All jobs are automatically removed every 14 days. Advertisers may then re-list jobs which remain unfilled.
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| I registered for job flash some time ago and haven't received one. Why? |
grapevinejobs only sends a job flash if there's a job that
exactly matches all your criteria for function, sector, location and minimum salary. So if you broaden your criteria, you're more likely to hear from us.
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| I applied for a job via grapevinejobs. How do I know the employer has received my application? ALSO |
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| I applied for a job, and I've been invited for interview, but the job is no longer on the site. How can I see the original ad? ALSO |
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| I applied for a job, but I can't remember which version of my CV/cover letter I sent. Can you help? |
You can find a record of all the jobs you've applied for on your
application history. This also includes links to the CV and cover letter you sent - plus the actual job listing (even if the job has since been removed from the site).
You'll find your application history in the
"my details" section on the jobseekers menu.
Green ticks in the application history indicate the documents were successfully uploaded to our server and re-sent to the employer. If we did not receive the documents, a red
'X' will appear. If the documents failed to reach the employer from our server, the failure message would have been sent to you, not us. [Note that red
'Xs' also appear in the application history when documents are deleted from our server, 60 days after the original job advert last appears on the site.]
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| I have a question for an employer about a job listed on grapevinejobs - how do I make contact? |
Advertisers have an option to provide contact details for enquiries when they post a job on the site. If no details are listed, it means they're not receptive to enquiries. We regret we are unable to act as intermediaries.
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| Who owns grapevinejobs? |
grapevinejobs is privately owned and is not part of a giant media conglomerate.
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| Why don't you indicate when jobs were originally listed - or close dates? |
We don't show the original listing date because we don't want to focus attention on new listings at the expense of other, still open jobs.
However, we do take measures to ensure all jobs listed are still
'live'. For instance, all jobs are
automatically removed after two weeks, and are re-listed only when the employer has confirmed they are still open.
Similar logic applies for closing dates: You should assume a job is still available if it appears on grapevinejobs.
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| I heard I can easily get a work permit for the European Union if I find a job first. Is this true? |
No, it's not true. Before an employer can get a work permit for non-EU candidate, they have to prove no-one in the entire EU is capable of doing the job. The employer must show they have conducted an extensive search for a suitable candidate, and must also be able to explain why none of the applicants was suitable.
The whole process is time-consuming and expensive. That's not to say it's impossible though: if you have skills or experience that are unique or very rare, an application may eventually be approved. But this is the exception rather than the rule.
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| How can I improve the chances of my job application through grapevinejobs being successful? |
Firstly, read the ad carefully and pay particular attention to the skills and experience the advertiser is looking for. You should be realistic in assessing how your own background compares with the required one. Remember, the job market is highly competitive, and "long-shot" applicants aren't a productive use of anyone's time.
Please don't apply via grapevinejobs if your intention is simply to make a general, speculative application to a particular employer.
Secondly, having a good cover letter is essential. This should explain clearly but concisely why you think you can make a success of the specific job in question. It should highlight your particular skills, and your interest in the job and the company. If you use an obviously generic, all-purpose letter, your application will probably not be well received.
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