5 Most Exciting Career Options in Media & Communications

Mass Communication is not limited to journalism alone. Today, mass media is a modern reality, which under its umbrella covers all aspects of human life. Careers in this field are not only high paying but they also bring in a great deal of job satisfaction.

In this ever-growing industry, here’s a look at the top five of the most exciting options in the world of media and communications.

1. Journalism

A journalism degree provides you with a range of core journalistic skills including researching, investigating, interviewing, reporting and writing. Working on a college newspaper or magazine provides good experience; one could also start his/her own blog.

2. Advertising

Advertisements generally persuade people about commercial products, services and even draw attention towards social issues. Job opportunities in advertising include openings in private advertising agencies; advertising departments of private and public sector companies, newspapers, journals, magazines; commercial section of radio or television; market research organizations and so on.

3. Public Relations

Typical coursework for public relations focuses on topics such as media ethics and law, campaign planning, advertising, multimedia storytelling, public speaking and public relations writing. The employability areas are – Public relations manager, Marketing manager, Promotions Manager, Event Manger, Event Coordinator.

4. Film Making

A course in film making covers a range of topics, including film history, writing, camera handling, taking shots, screenplay writing, story board making, lighting, Indoor and outdoor shooting. Some common career options for film students include Direction, Production, Cinematography, Script Writing Editing and Creative Writing.

5. Acting

Film acting is one of the most glamorous and highly sought after fields in the entertainment industry. A professional course in acting equips you with characterization techniques, improvisation skills, voice modulation, audition techniques, besides providing hands on experience working in films and stage plays.

What qualifications do you need?

A bachelor’s degree or a post graduate level training, good interpersonal and communication skills. Inquisitiveness, persistence, strong work ethics and good general knowledge. Specific occupations such as filmmaking or editing require technical skills and relevant study.

Written by Renu Garg

Director-Indira School of Communication

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