BillBank

I'm not particularly passionate about any majors. However, I'm pretty strong in the field of journalism (at least for now). I don't want to be a journalist because I'd like to have an easier time feeding myself in the future, but I'd really like to work for the media (broadcast/print). I've never done broadcast journalism before, but I like working with the TV better than with the paper. I'm thinking about double-majoring in something that has to do with the media and something else for me to fall back on. Are there any realistic/decent jobs I should consider doing in the future? What about majors?

BillBank

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corsulian

Definitely get involved with whatever media outlets you have on campus. Write editorials to newspapers off campus in the community.

A major in communications will allow (usually) a relatively slow career progression into public relations. You can live comfortably. Not great, but not bad.

It can also just lead to a position in Sales for lack of another opportunity.

I've only known of one exception to this rule, but the girl had wealthy parents and connections.

If you can at all get into any internships or part-time jobs at media outlets, seek those out. Connections and job experience are worth far more than your diploma.

More than anything, allow yourself to figure out what you really want to do and then do it (through internships, student orgs, talking to people who have the jobs you're interested in). You can always make money. Always. But to be happy while working--that's an accomplishment.

BillBank

^Thanks for your response. I'm already involved with the school newspaper and other related opportunities I can find. Making a lot of money is very important to me and my family. Is there anything else (realistic) I can do in the media industry so that I can be happy with my career and the salary?

BillBank

other comments will be greatly appreciated!

Adamus

Have you considered interning with a large broadcasting company (ie. ABC/Disney/ESPN, NBC, etc.)? Some experience working in that environment may help you determine if you enjoy being around the network and in what capacity. You could always double major in something business-oriented like marketing, unless you hate it. By all means, don't do anything you hate just because it seems practical (or to please the family :-).

BillBank

^ Thanks for the advice, it's too late for me to apply this year, I'll be on the lookout next year for suitable internships.

Anyone else?

BillBank

Does anyone know about a job in advertising that may possibly be suitable for me?