SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION!

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Advisement Team:

Penelope Long, Ph.D., Director of Advisement

Doug Jennings, M.S., Director of Comm. Ed.

Elizabeth Chupp, M.S., Academic Advisor

School of COM

Communication Majors Communication Education Communication Studies

Interpersonal Organizational &

Leadership Political

Journalism Broadcast Journalism News Editorial Visual Communication

Mass Media Interactive Media Management, Promotion &

Sales Radio Television Production

Public Relations

Undergraduate

Communication Education

Students in this major become certified to teach English Language Arts at the high school level Solid reading and writing background/skills Passion for communication curriculum Patient, compassionate, generous, and dedicated Enjoys speaking, listening and working with young adults Interested in coaching speech and debate Willing to work with young adults with special needs and

from special populations

Communication Studies

Interpersonal Communication: Interested in human interaction Interested in all types of relationship development and

maintenance Curious about the impact of diversity (i.e., age, race,

culture, gender, etc.) on communication Desire to collaborate with individuals and groups Demonstrates patience and good listening skills

Communication Studies

Organizational and Leadership: Desire to work in corporate or non-profit settings Team player Interested in understanding communication within

organizations Outgoing and friendly Able to think analytically and solve problems Interested in current events

Communication Studies

Political Communication: Interested in political, economic, or social issues that affect

communities Concerned about national and international affairs Avid consumer of news Enjoys interacting through social media Outspoken and energetic Organized and dedicated Able to meet deadlines and cope with high stress

environments

Communication Studies Communication Consultant English Language Arts Teacher Sales Manager Communication Researcher Marketing Communication

Manager Political Activist Corporate Executive Corporate Management Military Officer Community Relations Speech Writer Advertising Director

Director of Corporate Communication

Speech and Debate Director Corporate Communication

Analyst Legislative Assistant Human Resource Manager Employment Interviewer Human Rights Officer Training Specialist Politician Youth Minister Sports Communication Manager Tourism Manager

Careers in

Journalism

Broadcast Journalism: Articulate, outgoing and interested in others Able to write quickly, concisely, and accurately Demonstrates good vocabulary and strong command of

grammar and sentence structure Comfortable speaking and performing Comfortable learning various types of technology Passionate about all types of news and media Able to use and integrate social media Confident, creative, and organized Able to meet deadlines and cope with high stress

environments Team player

Journalism

News Editorial: Able to write creatively, quickly, concisely, and accurately Demonstrates good vocabulary and strong command of

grammar and sentence structure Passionate about all types of news and media Curious about social, economic, and political issues around the

world Enjoys telling and listening to stories Able to use and integrate social media Likes to explain ideas or situations to others Able to meet deadlines and cope with high stress environments Committed to hard work, even when the task is difficult Believes that good journalism is crucial for an educated, moral,

and free society

Journalism

Visual Communication: Aptitude for visual design Enjoys designing and creating visual images Willing to learn new programs on both Mac and PC

computers Team player Detail-oriented Analytical and responsive Able to learn and use new technologies easily

Journalism Broadcast Journalist/Radio/TV

Anchor TV/Radio News Reporter News Assignment Editor TV Photographer Multi-Media Journalist/Editor Photo Journalist Copy Editor Editorial and Feature Writer Free Lance Writer Columnist Web and Graphic Design Editor Corporate Videographer/Editor

News Producer/Associate Producer

TV/Radio News Director TV Master Control Operator Account Executive Creative Services Producer Sports Reporter/Anchor Fashion/Lifestyle Journalist Page Layout Designer Advertising Director Electronic News Videographer Press Secretary/Spokesperson Director of Programming Web Content Editor

Careers in

Mass Media

Interactive Media: Enjoys directing, filming, and editing video/motion

graphics (animation) Creative with computers and multi-media Able to quickly learn new tools and techniques Analytical and responsive Demonstrates project management skills Team player

Mass Media

Management, Promotion and Sales: Desire to work in multiple media environments (TV, radio,

journalism, etc.) Responsible and organized Interested in marketing, promotions, and event planning Interested in working with technology Able to multitask and show initiative Able to meet deadlines and cope with high stress

environments Able to effectively persuade others Able to use and integrate social media Team player

Mass Media

Radio: Articulate, outgoing and interested in others Able to write quickly, concisely, and accurately Demonstrates good vocabulary and strong command of

grammar and sentence structure Comfortable speaking and performing Interested in working with technology Able to multitask and show initiative Interested in audio production, sales, technology, music, and/or

sports Interested in management and leadership roles Able to utilize and integrate social media Flexible, creative, organized Interested in organizing events

Mass Media

Television Production: Enjoys being behind the scenes Interested in audio production, graphics, filming, and

photography Team player Creative, tenacious, hardworking and flexible Able to meet deadlines and cope with high stress

environments Enjoys movies, videos, and/or sports Interested in producing and directing a variety of TV

programs

Mass Media News Director On-Air Personality Station Manager Producer Production Assistant Videographer Social Media Director News and/or Sports

Reporter Executive Director Personnel Director Community Affairs Director Web Designer and

Manager

Promotions Director/Assist. Video/Film Operator Media Coordinator Radio/TV Copy Writer Radio/TV Sales/Marketing Media Event Planner Multimedia Specialist Media Research Director Audio Engineer Media Buyer Set & Props Manager Advertising Account

Executive Magazine Layout Designer

Careers in

Public Relations

Public relations is the strategic, measured and ethical use of language and symbols to inspire cooperation between an organization and its publics Excellent writing and oral communication skills Follows current events Ability to relate to, understand and work with

managers and clients Organizer/planner Team player, outgoing and personable Appreciates research and evaluation

Public Relations Press Secretary Financial Relations Executive Speech Writer Community Relations

Director Convention Organizer Sales Manager Business Manager Political Strategist Legislative Assistant Human Resources Manager Recruiter

Publicist Social Media Coordinator Corporate Communication Media Relations Advertising/Marketing

Integration Labor Relations Consultant Public Opinion Researcher Account Executive Research Analyst Training & Implementation

Coordinator

Careers in

Field Experiences

Bridge the gap from student to professional Use and polish skills learned in the classroom Network with professionals in the field Earn academic credit Give yourself an edge in the job market!

GET INVOLVED!

Communication Opportunities for Majors and Minors (COMM)

Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)

Forensics Union Lambda Pi Eta (LPH) Student Television Workshop

(STW)

Student-Illinois News Broadcasters’ Association (INBA)

WZND General Staff Meeting,

Wed., Aug. 29th at 7:30pm The Daily Vidette The American Democracy

Project (ADP) The Political Engagement

Project (PEP)

Join a Registered Student Organization (RSO)

How to

Study Abroad

Ansung, South Korea: Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts

(DIMA) Spring or Fall semesters Prerequisites: 2.5 GPA, 24 ISU credits

Paris, France: Novancia La Grande École du

Commerce First 4 weeks of summer semester Prerequisites: 2.7 GPA, 36 ISU credits

Salzburg, Austria: Salzburg College Spring or Fall semesters Prerequisites: 2.7 GPA, 24 ISU credits

School of Communication Advising Center

Office: Fell 450 Phone: (309) 438-7080

Email: Com_advisement@ilstu.edu

Website: www.communication.illinoisstate.edu