Applying for Jobs with the Help of Chat GPT

Two weeks ago, I didn't even know what "Chat GPT" was - however its popularity has since been talked about on my Tik Tok fyp and I jumped on to try it out for myself. (If you haven't come across it yet, just Google "Chat GPT", or okay, here's the link).

People have shared their experiences using this AI for writing content ideas, resumes and cover letters, fictional stories (even poetry?!).

I have tried using it today for a job application. I definitely feel that my resume needs a revamp, I've been job hunting for a while now and we're going into 2023, I want a refreshed new page to summarise who I am and what I'm about.

And, I happened to come across a job ad for something I genuinely can see myself in, the hours work for me, the location is good as well, it genuinely seems like the ideal next stepping stone for me.

But just for the sake of sharing some relatable samples of how this AI works, I'll use a totally random example so you can see below what the AI is generating.

EXAMPLE SEARCH: Marketing and Communications jobs in Sydney, NSW (Australia).

Okay, there's quite a lot of results. Let's narrow the salary to between $80K - $120K

Okay, so this is a very typical example of a Marketing Manager job ad in Australia.

So, let's say you really are qualified. You know what you've done, you just need AI to help do 80% of this grunt work to build your new resume. It's just letting someone else join the dots together for you, you will still need to edit, cut and paste, slightly re-word the results.

Okay, my query to chat GPT: "Write me a resume for a Marketing Manager, Cancer Council Australia"

Chat GPT:

Marketing Manager

Cancer Council Australia

Summary:

Highly motivated and results-driven Marketing Manager with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare and non-profit sectors. Proven track record of developing and implementing successful marketing campaigns, leading cross-functional teams, and driving brand awareness and engagement. Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making. Committed to driving positive change and making a meaningful impact on the community.

Key Skills:

Marketing strategy and planning

Campaign development and execution

Team leadership and management

Budget management and ROI analysis

Stakeholder relationship management

Brand management and positioning

Digital marketing and social media

Data analysis and reporting

Experience:

Marketing Manager, Cancer Council Australia (20XX-Present)

Develop and execute comprehensive marketing campaigns to drive brand awareness, engagement, and fundraising for Cancer Council Australia

Lead a team of marketing professionals and coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver successful campaigns on time and on budget

Conduct market research and analysis to inform marketing strategy and tactics, and track and measure campaign performance using a variety of metrics and tools

Develop and manage the marketing budget, including allocating resources and maximizing ROI

Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including media, donors, and partners, to drive brand visibility and support for the organization's mission

Oversee the management and maintenance of the organization's website and social media channels, including creating and curating content, managing paid advertising campaigns, and tracking analytics

Senior Marketing Manager, XYZ Healthcare (20XX-20XX)

Led the development and execution of marketing campaigns for a leading healthcare provider, including print, digital, and social media campaigns

Managed a team of marketing professionals and coordinated with cross-functional teams to deliver successful campaigns on time and on budget

Conducted market research and analysis to inform marketing strategy and tactics, and tracked and measured campaign performance using a variety of metrics and tools

Developed and managed the marketing budget, including allocating resources and maximizing ROI

Collaborated with external agencies and vendors to develop and execute marketing campaigns

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, ABC University

Master's Degree in Business Administration, DEF University

Professional Development:

Certified Marketing Professional (CMP)

Digital Marketing Certificate, GHI Institute

Leadership Development Program, JKL Consulting Group

This result was generated in less than a minute. Are you kidding me?! Techn-friggin-nology!!!

And to pair it off, if I asked Chat GPT: "Write me a cover letter to apply for Marketing Manager at Cancer Council Australia"

Chat GPT:

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my interest in the Marketing Manager position at Cancer Council Australia. As a highly motivated and results-driven marketing professional with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare and non-profit sectors, I am confident in my ability to make a meaningful contribution to your team.

Throughout my career, I have developed and implemented successful marketing campaigns, led cross-functional teams, and driven brand awareness and engagement. I have a strong analytical mindset and a data-driven approach to decision-making, which has enabled me to track and measure campaign performance and optimize results.

In my current role as Marketing Manager at XYZ Healthcare, I have led the development and execution of marketing campaigns across print, digital, and social media channels. I have also managed a team of marketing professionals and coordinated with cross-functional teams to deliver successful campaigns on time and on budget.

I am committed to driving positive change and making a meaningful impact on the community, which aligns with the mission of Cancer Council Australia. I am excited about the opportunity to apply my skills and experience to support the important work of your organization.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how I can contribute to the success of Cancer Council Australia as your Marketing Manager.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

This is seriously - when you see the AI in action and how quickly these sentences are generated. In less than 5 minutes, I've got a template for a resume and cover letter.

You can copy and paste it into your own Word doc and edit. You can customize and add your own examples, refine it so that it accurately reflects you and your application.

This is such a game changer!

And I'll add Part 2 when I get the job, my friends!