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Electronic Media
Bachelor of Science: Electronic Media
Minor: Electronic Media
Electronic media encompasses the fields of broadcasting, video production, audio production, cable TV, corporate TV,
as well as more recent media distribution formats such as CD, DVD and the Internet. Electronic Media majors become
familiar with all aspects of the electronic media industry and are given comprehensive training in video and audio
production for a variety of audiences and content distribution methods. Students begin working with equipment their
very first year. A required full-time internship in the last semester prior to graduation gives KU Electronic Media majors
an edge in their professional preparation.
Graduates have found employment in broadcast radio and television, cable television, production houses, and corporate
video.
Career types associated with Electronic Media Common interests of Electronic Media majors1
(Is this a good fit for me? Are you) Making and editing movies
Realistic - Doer Taking pictures
Enterprising - Persuader Working with computers and electronic equipment
Social - Helper Joining a film, communications, or media club
Working part-time or volunteering in a radio
or TV station
Creating advertising material for community
Skills associated with the Electronic Media major1 organizations and other groups
Ability to communicate ideas, thoughts, and feelings
visually
Ability to think creatively and meet deadlines
Written & verbal communication skills and ability For more information about this major
to gather information and data Contact the Cinema, Television, and Media
Demonstrate creativity ability and artistic expression Production Department
Ability to perform in a hands-on, equipment-based 202 Rickenbach Learning Center, 610-683-4492
environment or visit www.kutztown.edu/ElectronicMedia
Aptitude for accuracy and detail
Ability to concentrate intensely and work alone for
long periods of time KU Majors related to Electronic Media
Communication Studies, Computer Science, English,
and English/Professional Writing
Related courses Electronic Media majors typically enjoy1
Realistic students may also be interested in:
Art/Graphic Design
Anthropology, Art History*, Biochemistry, Biology,
Computers Chemistry, Crafts, Criminal Justice, Environmental
English/Writing Science, Geography, Geology, Leisure & Sport
Journalism Studies, Management, Marine Science, Mathematics,
Math Physics.
Photography
Science
*minor only
1 Source: Phifer, P. College Majors and Careers. New York: Ferguson
For More Information on Electronic Media Careers or to speak to a Career Counselor, contact
KU Career Development Center 113 Stratton Administration Center 610-683-4067 careerhelp@kutztown.edu www.kutztown.edu/careercenter
Attend your senior kick-off and
other info sessions to prepare
Enroll in the Career Success for job search/grad school.
Certificate. Update your resume and
Complete an internship and/or LinkedIn profile.
Meet with CDC career
coach. undergraduate research. Create cover letter drafts.
Enroll in the Career Gain experience through
Exploration Certificate. Attend info sessions to learn Attend info sessions about
about resume writing, and internships, interviewing, job internships and/or
Attend info sessions to learn search strategies, and grad undergraduate research.
about career development externships.
Confirm your choice of major school. Secure references for job/grad
and personal branding. school applications.
and consider options for Build a LinkedIn profile and
Take a career assessment to continue to monitor your online Create your 30 second
identify and confirm interests. double major or minor.
Research careers of interest. presence. commercial.
Get involved in campus clubs Complete a mock interview. Meet with CDC to develop
and organizations. Complete a job shadowing
(externship) experience. Build skills through research job search strategies.
Develop basic workplace skills projects, part-time employment, Research employers.
through jobs or volunteer work. Seek meaningful employ-
ment or volunteer work in a and volunteer work. Network with professionals
Talk with professors, family, Participate in Coffee and through events and social
and friends about career field related to your major.
Explore options for under- Convos & networking programs. media.
ideas.
graduate research and Attend internship & job fairs. Join a professional organization
Conduct informational in your discipline.
interviews with professionals study abroad. Take on a leadership role in a
Write a resume and have it student organization or work. Attend the senior etiquette
working in fields of interest.
reviewed by the CDC. Consider graduate school dinner.
Develop a relationship with
Manage your online options and prepare for Participate in job fairs and
your professors and faculty
presence. admissions tests. on-campus interviewing.
advisor.
Develop professionally
through campus
involvement and
professional
memberships.
This illustrates
responsibility,
leadership abilities and
time management skills.