Radio and Television

Radio and television are among the most important means of communication in our society. Practitioners of the discipline learn how to create, edit and produce video, film and animation for radio, television –of course – and computer broadcast. Training is hands-on; students will be expected to compose their own projects regularly for different classes. Some choose to gain extra experience by working at the school’s radio or television stations. Students learn about the history of each medium and the characteristics that make a successful producer. They study the media’s effect on world cultures. Radio and television majors must also master basic written and verbal communication skills. Classes within the major relate to production fundamentals and aesthetics, electronic media technology, media law, internet publishing, advertising principles, writing, audio production, television directing and webcasting.

The major is perfect for creative students who aspire to shape how information is presented daily. Graduates can find jobs in media production, screenwriting, directing and entertainment management. Overall, competition will heighten in the coming years for these positions as media companies consolidate and new technologies appear. But radio and television majors are prepared to work in other fields. They possess a wide range of skills that are also useful in advertising, public relations and journalism.