Careers in Journalism & Media Studies
Assignment Editor
Selects, develops and plan reporting assignments, either news events or feature stories, to be covered by reporters.
Copy Editor
Checks written material to correct errors in grammar, spelling, formatting, usage, style, and accuracy of text.
Interactive Designer
Creates memorable experiences for education and information. They work with computers and other technology to create products which can inform or teach through interactivity. Their products appear everywhere, from computers to museums.
Media Specialist
Knows about various types of media, when and how to use it, and what approach is best for each situation. They apply their knowledge in businesses, libraries, schools, and a variety of other places. They help others know what forms of media they need, whatever their purpose.
Multimedia Designer
Knows about a variety of media, from sound to light, and then packages it together to create a product that works on multiple levels. They work with theatre, entertainment, advertising and other groups to help create memorable experiences.
News Producer
One of the most integral members of any news production team. The news producer takes all the elements of a newscast (packages, video, graphics, etc.) and compiles them into a cohesive show.
Presentation Designer
The key to any good presentation is its ability to be understood and remembered. A presentation designer not only knows how to make an appealing presentation, but a memorable one, as well.
Proofreader
Reads material to detect and correct production errors. Proofreaders are expected to be consistently accurate by default, because they occupy the last stage of typographic production before publication.
Public Relations Specialist
Serves as an advocate for clients seeking to build and maintain positive relationships with the public. Clients include businesses, nonprofit associations, universities, hospitals, and other organizations.
Publisher
Responsible for originating the production of a publication. Normally, this person is also responsible for the cost in making a product available.
Reporter
Gathers information, investigates leads, and writes and reports on stories. Reporters must be able to accurately compile notes, conduct interviews, determine the focus of a story, and quickly organize and complete a story.
Research Editor
Checks the accuracy of factual information, and finds additional information to support written material. Writes, edits, and researches new ideas.
Section Editor
Reviews, edits, and organizes particular sections of publications, including news, features, sports, and others.
Storyboard Artist
An artist with an understanding of story and film techniques, a storyboard artist knows how to present a story visually, as well as what technology is needed to get the job done.
Video Designer
Knows how to use video and other digital mediums to entertain or inform. Video designers use cinematography and a variety of digital elements to create commercials, documentaries, and even movies.
Video Journalist
Produces video content in which the journalist shoots, edits and often presents.
Web Designer
Designs and creates websites, and helps create the visual identity of a company. Web designers work in a variety of work environments, from teams in agencies to individual freelance businesses.
Web Writer
Provides content for a website. Publishes blogs or writes copy, and sometimes takes photos or creates images. Web writers are often hired as freelancers, but may also work in marketing or support.