Should I use dated writing clips for my resume?

Question

I have been in grad school for 4 years studying English and published only scholarly works. Now that I have finished school, I want to apply for work as a journalist or technical writer.

I have copies of articles published in 2000 and 2003, but other than these dated works, I have nothing current. Should I use the clips, and if so, should I send pdf files of them or word files?

Answer 1

Put together a well crafted late work based on your experiences. Open with a narrative for interest, then unfold a compelling true story with some Hollywood embellishments. Edit and re-edit for perfection.