Arts, Media & Communications

This career path is focused on designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, marketing communication and entertainment services.

While many majors and minors can prepare you for this career path, we find that students studying certain subjects have a natural connection. Common majors and minors related to career in this area include:

English, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, History, Psychology, Sociology, Digital Media, Philosophy

Use the Job Trends tool below to explore the tasks and skills connected to specific types of jobs related to this career path.

Career definition is adapted from the National Career Clusters® Framework.

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What Are Entry-Level Jobs Actually Looking For? Skills, Experience, and Expectations Explained

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You’ve seen it before: job postings marked “entry-level” that somehow require 2-3 years of experience. It’s maddening. You start wondering if employers have completely lost touch with reality or if the entire job market has gone sideways.

Here’s the …

How much do college majors matter in early career salaries?

College majors can absolutely shape your starting salary, especially in those first few years after graduation. STEM grads, in particular, tend to see higher early pay, and the data backs that up year after year. But here is the part …

By College Recruiter

The Self-Discovery Internship: I Learned What I Want from Work by Learning What I Didn’t Want

We’re often told to “find your passion.” Easier said than done for most people (at least that’s what I think). As a computer science student in a seemingly oversaturated job market, I wrapped up my junior year thinking the key …

By Wendy Carvalho

10 Entry-level Government Jobs to Consider (Plus Tips on How to Get One)

If you’re a recent graduate or looking to switch careers, entry-level government jobs could be the perfect place to start. These positions typically offer stability and a strong foundation for long-term career growth. Whether you’re interested in law enforcement, healthcare, …

What Is Creative Thinking? Definition, Examples, and How to Showcase It During Your Job Search

Have you ever whipped up a delicious meal using random leftover ingredients? That silly example, friends, is creative thinking in action. In today’s job market, where innovation is key, creative thinking is no longer just a bonus skill—it’s a must-have.

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