Journalism

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Career Opportunities with a Major in Journalism

Many jobs require a college educated individual. College graduates can use their education in a wide variety of occupations.

The study of Journalism and Public Relations prepares students for careers as reporters and editors at newspapers and magazines; as freelance writers; in desktop publishing; in corporate, agency and non-profit public relations; and in corporate communications, among others. In addition, the internet has opened up a wealth of opportunities for careers in on-line publications.

SKILLS RELATED TO JOURNALISM

Ability to read and write articulately and analytically
Comprehensive command of grammar and vocabulary
Good listening, clarifying, questioning, and responding skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to conduct and clearly explain research results
Ability to concentrate for long periods of time

The following list is a representative sample of job titles for individuals with a Journalism major. The list represents some, but certainly not all, careers which Journalism majors may consider.

Some of these jobs also require education beyond a bachelor's degree.

Advertising Copywriter/Account Executive	Announcer, TV/radio	Bookstore Manager/Owner
Community Relations Director	Consumer Advocate	Desktop Publishing
Editor	Freelance Writer	Fund Raiser
Greeting Card Writer	Information Scientist	Insurance Agent/Broker
Interpreter/Translator	Journalist	Lawyer
Librarian	Linguist	Lobbyist
News Analysts, Reporters	Playwright	Publisher
Proofreader	Public Relations	Photographer / Photojournalist
Researcher	Resume Writer	Sales Representative
Screen/TV Scriptwriter	Speechwriter	Teacher
Technical Writer	TV/Film Production and Directing	Travel Writer
Webmaster	Writers / Editors