What can I do with a major in cinema and screen studies?
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Documentary Film Producer
Examples of where alumni in your major are working
Companies:
WCNY Public Broadcasting
Fox 68
Bravo Media, Inc.
Titles:
Freelance Videographer
Producer - Creative Services
Script Reader
Explore the numerous career fields related to your major
Television/Radio
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.
Film/Movies
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.
Education
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.