What can I do with a major in broadcasting and mass communication?

Search for opportunities

Companies:
Brentwood Communications, International
NBC Universal, Inc.
Clear Channel Radio

Titles:
Sports Reporter
Videographer
Executive Producer

Search for employers hiring graduates in your major

Employers in NY: 11,334
Employers in US: 169,011

 

Explore the numerous career fields related to your major

Television
Areas

Programming
Producing
Promotion
News Reporting
News Producing
News Videography
Sportscasting
Weather Forecasting
Anchoring
Editing
Directing
Casting
Research
Management
Sales
Public Relations

Employers

Major networks
Local commercial television stations
Public television stations
Cable television
Private production companies
Government
Business corporations

Radio
Areas

News
Programming
Production
Promotion
Management
Announcing
Research
Sales

Employers

National networks
National public radio
Digital stations
State or regional networks
Major, medium, and small market stations
Local commercial stations and groups

Internet
Areas

Webcasting
Podcasting
Web Design/Development
Website Maintenance
Management
Administration
Sales and Marketing

Employers

Internet based companies (e.g. Yahoo, Google, etc.)
Companies specializing in webcasting services and technology
Businesses in a variety of industries
Colleges and universities
Nonprofit organizations

Video Production
Areas

Directing
Management
Production
Writing
Post-Production/Editing
Videography

Employers

Freelance or private video production companies or videographers
Large corporations
Universities and colleges
Post-production companies
Professional associations
Non-profit organizations

Education
Areas

Broadcast Management
Production
Journalism
Script Writing
Mass Communications
Media Arts
Digital Communications

Employers

Colleges and universities
Technical schools
Public and private high schools

General information and strategies

  • Internships are crucial for breaking into the field of electronic media and broadcasting.
    • Complete several internships if possible.
  • Develop excellent computer and technical skills, especially internet proficiency and knowledge.
  • Seek opportunities for experience in any performance situation such as drama, debate, public speaking, music, or athletics in order to demonstrate talent as well as ability to handle pressure.
  • Display appropriate talents for public performance and appearance such as sense of humor, verbal and written communication skills, imagination, showmanship, and an outgoing personality.
  • Consider shadowing or informational interviews as a means through which to gain information, develop contacts, build mentoring relationships, and gain entry into a competitive field.
  • Geographic flexibility and a willingness to relocate can be helpful in finding job opportunities.
  • Study all aspects of the industry and stay up-to-date through continuing education or training.