RESOURCES FOR CAREERS IN
BROADCAST JOURNALISM
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Are you someone with a passion for current events and a desire to communicate with the masses? If so, a career
in broadcast journalism may be for you. The options are quite varied: copy editor, broadcaster, reporter, producer,
production assistant, film and video operator, and more. If you want to be on air, those in the field tell us “get
ready to move to the Midwest and live in the smallest town you’ve ever seen…somewhere in the middle of
nowhere and definitely nowhere near where you want to be. If the stars align, it will take you five to eight years
to get to a top 25 market.” It is also particularly important in this field to try to make connections with individuals
in the industry who will provide you with advice, tips, and strategies for getting your foot in the door. Use the
Alumni Careers Network to your advantage!
The staff at Career Services is committed to assisting all students throughout the job search process, including
providing connections to opportunities in journalism. This handout summarizes some of those resources.
Selected Print Resources in the Career Services Library:
Breaking into Television: Proven Advice From Veterans and Interns
Careers in Communications
Freelance Jobs for Writers
International Directory of Little Magazines and Small Presses
Jobs in Art & Media Management
Les Brown's Encyclopedia of Television
Magazine Career Directory
Masterguide to Film & Television Employment
Media & Entertainment Industry Guide
Media Companies 2000
Mulligan Guide to Sports Journalism Careers
Television Careers: A Guide to Breaking and Entering
Travel & Hospitality Career Guide
U.S. Directory of Entertainment Employers
Working in the TV News, The Insider's Guide
Writing. Com - Creative Internet Strategies to Advance Your Writing Career
100 Best Careers for Writers & Artists: Discover Exciting Job Opportunities Th