Learn More About the Broadcast-Cinema Program

Jobs You Can Get With A Broadcast Communication Certificate:

The jobs you can get with the Broadcast Communications Certificate include opportunities in television, television production, news, entertainment TV, film production, advertising, and corporate media.

How Long Will You Have To Go To School?

The Broadcast Communications Certificate is a 30 credit program. A student who attends full time and has to take no remedial courses may graduate in two semesters (one year). Part time students may take longer depending on course load. The student should be aware that at least one internship is required within the program.

The certificate program is not meant for students coming directly from high school. It is for adult learners who already have a degree and who want to broaden their education and skills in the field of Broadcast Communications, or for people already working in the field who want to learn new skills, who are out of work, or are interested in changing careers. Employers prefer that job applicants have a degree. The Broadcast Communications Certificate alone is not likely to be a sufficient educational background to get a job.

Job Availability and Growth:

As the careers in Broadcast Communications are so varied, it’s hard to determine specific job availability and growth. However, the industry is always looking for talented, hard working professionals in all fields. Someone who is interested in a particular aspect of Broadcast Communications should research the field.

Salary Ranges

For detailed salary information, visit: www.bls.gov

Salary Information:

Most graduates holding associate degrees will be seeking entry-level positions, which pay about $25,000 per year, depending on several factors. Pay increases with the employee’s level of education and experience. Often students find employment after graduation through their student internship experiences.

National Average Salaries for the year 2006 for those holding bachelor’s degrees or higher levels of education, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:

Audio and Video Equipment Technicians	$34,840
Broadcast Technicians	$30,690
Sound Engineering Technicians	$43,010
Radio Operators	$37,890
Television, Video, and Motion Picture Camera Operators	$40,060
Film and video editors	$46,670
Non-supervisory Workers in Advertising and Public Relations Services	$37,648
Advertising Sales Agents	$42,750
Radio and Television Announcers	$11.69 per hour
Public Address and other System Announcers	$12 per hour