What can I do with a major in cinema and screen studies?
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Film and Television Director, Self-Employed
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WCNY Public Broadcasting
Fox 68
Bravo Media, Inc.
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Producer - Creative Services
Script Reader
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Areas
Announcer
Commentator
Newscaster
Producer
Director
Administrator
Sales rep
Employers
Stations: local, national
Information/Strategies
Be able to present on different view points.
Be able to present on and evaluate ideas.
Work with deadlines.
Get internships and jobs with local and campus media.
Areas
Actor/actress
Writer
Director
Film editor
Set work
Agent
Employers
Studios: big production, independent
Information/Strategies
Work with deadlines.
Attention to detail is important.
Gain experience through internships, part-time and summer work.
Join campus clubs and organizations.
Areas
Employers
Middle school
High school
College/University
Information/Strategies
Ph.D. required for teaching and research in colleges and universities. Maintain a high grade point average and secure strong faculty recommendations.
Get experience teaching and/or tutoring.
General information and strategies
- Work on presentation and influential skills.
- Join professional organizations.
- Enhance research and evaluation skills.
- Enhance writing and grammar skills.
- Learn to pay attention to details.
- Work independently and with teams.
- Plan and see through ideas.