In the world of TV and radio, exciting things are happening. Reality shows are creating loads of opportunities for ambitious producers and camera crews. Videos are streaming over the Web, creating and reaching new audiences. Documentaries are more popular than ever. And thanks to the Internet, radio has found a fresh new voice.
During most Radio and Television Programs, you will build the hands-on skills and academic knowledge you need to enter any of the three major areas of the electronic media industries:
1.Reporting, writing and announcing
2.Studio and field production, using single-camera and multi-camera styles
3.Sales, advertising, management, and programming
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Media and Communication Equipment Workers Wage: $60,000 10 Year Growth Rate: 10.2% Self Employed: 0.0% Unemployment Rate: 6.6% Employed Part Time: 18.9% Education Requirements: Moderate-term on-the-job training |
Film and Video Editors Wage: $54,000 10 Year Growth Rate: 12.7% Self Employed: 15.9% Unemployment Rate: 6.6% Employed Part Time: 18.9% Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree |
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Broadcast and Sound Engineering Technicians and Radio Operators Wage: $42,000 10 Year Growth Rate: -16.3% Self Employed: 17.6% Unemployment Rate: 3.8% Employed Part Time: 12.9% Education Requirements: Moderate-term on-the-job training |
Television, Video, and Motion Picture Camera Operators and Editors Wage: $41,670 10 Year Growth Rate: 11.5% Self Employed: 16.9% Unemployment Rate: 6.6% Employed Part Time: 18.9% Education Requirements: Postsecondary vocational award |
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Radio and Television Announcers Wage: $28,000 10 Year Growth Rate: -8.3% Self Employed: 30.2% Unemployment Rate: 5.9% Employed Part Time: 35.9% Education Requirements: Long-term on-the-job training |