Learn about what you can do with your communication degree: careers, internships, alumni, ideas for professional growth.
Today, more than ever, it can be hard to keep up with the newest media trend. A new show, movie, YouTube series, or even podcast seems to come out a few times a day. Everything is must watch so it can be overwhelming. The reason we have so many choices is because humans love entertainment. […]
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Networking is one of the most important parts of building a career in communications, and PRSSA is giving students chances to do just that. West Chester University’s Chapter of the national organization Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) offers many opportunities to network with professionals through trips to agencies, guest speakers, workshops, and even
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No matter if you just started a social media page or have had one for years, growth is the most essential part of skyrocketing your brand or message. Here are 5 secrets, in depth, to social media growth that will help boost your followers and likes!
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Are you a student with a passion for storytelling, communication, and building relationships? If so, you might want to explore a career in Public Relations (PR). This blog post will walk you through the journey of becoming a PR professional right here at West Chester University, from choosing the right major to gaining practical experience,
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So, you want to become a sports analyst…? Do you love sports? Do you love media production? Did you grow up watching programs such as ESPN? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to the world of a sports analyst. In this article we will be looking at what a sports analyst does,
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Talent often goes unseen. Whether you’re promoting your art or selling merchandise for your website, how are you certain that everyone will watch what you make. Small business owners and future entrepreneurs often neglect engagement but with SEO specialist, it could help boost you to the top of the results page. Thank you, Google! What
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As a Media and Culture major, you have three concentrations to choose from; Culture, Production, and Strategic. Today, I will be highlighting three courses from the Production Concentration. These classes are beneficial to your future career and fun to take. MDC217: Introduction to Video Production One of the courses I have personal experience with is
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Deciding what major you want to pursue for your college career can already be stressful, combined with having a list of courses to choose from that you have no idea what they are like. When you join the Media and Culture major, you have three concentrations to choose from; Culture, Production, and Strategic Communication. You
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I started my college career as a political science major, unsure of what I wanted to do, but knowing I wanted to travel. Unfortunately, I very quickly realized that a job in politics was not in the cards for me and was left scrambling to figure out where to go from there. It was through
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Event planning covers a wide variety of areas that are not only exciting but also rewarding. When becoming an event planner, it’s important to know that companies and organizations are looking for enthusiastic and driven candidates. The main responsibilities of event planning includes providing an unmatched customer service and organizing memorable events for clients. As
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Description of duties An author is someone who writes creative and unique stories. Authors typically work for a bigger company, business, or themselves. They get feedback from editors and get insight from different perspectives to enhance their work before it is published. Work Environment Authors work anywhere they can have access to a computer, or
What is Sports Content Promotion/Marketing? Sports promoters/marketers are brand loyal people who communicate with fans and supporters to promote their team. These professionals also work closely with big name players and companies to find sponsorships for the organization or specific player. Description of Duties Manage social media sites Visit and select venues Find sponsors for
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Job Description Content marketing is becoming more recognized and the job marketing is growing significantly. A content marketing manager serves the role of a marketing manager that creates or manages the content on a website, social media platform, or in print. One of their main goals is to grab their audience and pull them in.
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What is Advertising? Advertising is a business practice that companies pay to place their brand or message in a specific location. Advertising promotes sales as well as builds a brand for companies. As s result, advertising drives more customers in and boost rates of sales. What is an Advertising Specialist? An advertising specialist is someone
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Think of your favorite TV commercial, does the ad do a good job of enticing you to buy that specific brand’s product? Does it motivate you to take action? What about it draws you in? Maybe the ad is simply relatable or culturally relevant to you. In short, it is someone’s job to make sure
