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VIRTUAL CAREER DAY
SHE CAN'T BE WHAT SHE CAN'T SEE
Marine Biologist- Jillian Morris
About Jillian Morris
Born and raised in Maine, Jillian’s love for the ocean started at an early age and has continued to play an integral role in her adult life. She has spent thousands of hours in the field working and diving with sharks across the globe. She is a marine biologist, shark conservationist, scuba instructor, explorer and educator. She has filmed for numerous television shows and networks, has appeared on Shark Week, is a PADI Ambassadiver, was named Scuba Diving Magazine's July 2016 Sea Hero and was awarded the inaugural Shark Con Shark Hero Award in 2017. She is the author of Norman the Nurse Shark and Shark Super Powers and a member of the prestigious Ocean Artists Society.
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HER WEBSITE: www.sharks4kids.com
Introduction
1. What inspired you to pursue this career?
2. How long have you been doing your job?
3. What kind of education is required for your career?
4. What personal experiences or skills that you have have been helpful for your job?
5. Which of your personality traits are helpful and important for your job?
6. What is a typical day like in your job?
7. What do you like most about your job?
8. What are your least favorite parts of the job?
9. What is the most interesting story that happened during your job?
10. What is the scariest thing that has ever happened to you on the job?
11. Did you face any specific challenges because of your gender in a male-dominated career?
12. What advice do you have for someone who might want to pursue this career?
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