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School of Communication

Career in Communication

A Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Communication can lead to a diverse selection of career opportunities in fields such as Journalism, Film and Broadcasting, Advertising and Marketing, Public Relations, Social and Digital Media, and many more. Graduates can pursue employment with agencies, firms, and non-profits, or transition into careers within academia and research. Here is the list of potential careers:

Journalist

Find, investigate, and report on events using multimedia and interactive technology to engage readers while educating them.

News Editor

Verify facts, ensure readability, check for plagiarism, and manage the overall production of news stories.

Digital Product Designer

Design visual style, UI, and features for software, websites, and mobile apps, straddling the line between programmer and artist.

Newscaster

Present news stories to radio/TV audiences, verify info with sources, and ensure accuracy of news reports daily.

Blogger

Write, edit, post, and promote web content. Generate ideas, market posts to readers, and conduct in-depth research.

Film Producer

Plan and coordinate film production, selecting scripts, coordinating writing, directing, and arranging financing.

Production Manager

Oversee the production process, coordinate resources, plan schedules, and prepare budgets to meet required deadlines.

Script Writer

Create blueprints and details for production based on concepts, developing story elements to translate creative visions.

Radio Producer

Research program ideas, source contributors, write scripts, and edit recordings for live or pre-recorded broadcasts.

Digital Content Creator

Produce digital content across channels to increase engagement, suggesting innovative ways to deliver digital stories.

Public Relations Director

Manage strategic communication initiatives to enhance reputation and supervise teams to align with organizational mission.

Corporate Comm. Officer

Responsible for overseeing the communication efforts of a corporation, including public relations and marketing initiatives.

Copywriter

Produce engaging text for websites or print ads, including keyword research to make interesting written content.

Web Content Specialist

Experts in social media, SEO, and web traffic analytics. They manage websites and implement content plans for target readers.

News Media Director

Manage teams of journalists, create editorial calendars, and oversee production of informative social and cultural content.

Marketing Director

Manage multimedia advertising and assets that enhance brand reputation, using consumer behavior analytics to inform strategy.

Marketing Specialist

Implement marketing campaigns by writing content, creating videos/graphics, and conducting regular consumer research.