What Can I Do With a Major In Entertainment and Media Studies?

• Association for Women in Sports Media at the University of Georgia
• DiGamma Kappa Broadcasting Society
• Grady Newsource
• National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) – UGA Chapter
• National Association of Hispanic Jouralists (NAHJ) - UGA Chapter
• Online News Association / Society of Professional Journalists at UGA
• Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) 
• Paw Print Agency
• Rouge Magazine
• Talking Dog Agency
• The Industry - Entertainment and Media Industries Club
• The Professional Entertainment & Sports Association (PESA)  
• The Red and Black
• UGA Mentor Program
• Women in Sports and Events (WISE) – UGA Chapter
• WUOG 90.5FM 
• To find additional clubs and organizations, go to the UGA Involvement Network.
• Connect with your Career Consultant.

Knowledge/Skills Needed in this Industry

• Get experience with reporting, production, and editing by securing an internship with a TV broadcast station, radio station or production company. Obtaining a production assistant internship is common for students beginning their careers in this field. Internships may be paid or unpaid positions.
• Many crew and casting positions in the entertainment industry are not posted online and are often filled through networking. If you do not see a position that interests you, visit the film commission website for the state in which you want to work, click on the crew/production directory and email or call the production company. Inquire about open positions and be ready to discuss who you are, what you’ve done relative to the job, and what you want to do. Many entry-level film jobs are freelance jobs and will be listed under the title "Production Assistant." When applying for a crew position, you must indicate at the top of your resume and/or in a cover letter which department or job you are applying for.
• Remember that networking is incredibly important in this industry. Start building your network as early as you can, and remember to consider people like professors, internship supervisors, friends of your family and your peers. LinkedIn is a great place to start building your network. Check out the UGA Career Center's networking page for tips on creating your profile and which features to use.
• Develop excellent scriptwriting, reporting, editing, and public speaking skills.
• Enroll in New Media Certificate courses to gain understanding and proficiency in digital media such as coding, new technology, and social media.
• Volunteer to announce sporting events at UGA or within the community. If you are interested in the sports industry, consider enrolling in the Sports Media Certificate.
• Get experience with a variety of software programs, including Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Photo Mechanic, Apple - Final Cut Pro X, Audacity, and Soundslides. Additionally, Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid, and Fireworks are also very useful in the multimedia industry. LinkedIn Learning (Formerly Lynda.com) is a great, free resource for this.
• Gain experience with social media marketing using platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Become proficient in social media analytics by using HootSuite.
• Create a portfolio and/or reel of your work, including writing samples, videos you worked on in any way (pre-production, post-production, sound, etc.), graphics, and ideas. Making an online portfolio is a good way to market your skills for job opportunities by using websites such as Behance, Vimeo, Wix, WordPress, Vimeo, and YouTube. For more information and platforms, check out Portfolio Resources on the Career Center website.

Campus Involvement, Domestic Field Study and Study Abroad Opportunities 

• Pre-Journalism and Entertainment Media Studies majors interested in getting hands-on experience in video production are strongly encouraged to get involved with Grady Newsource, a four-day-a-week, 30-minute newscast that airs on WNEG-TV. Students rotate weekly through every job in the newsroom: producer, playback, assignments editor, anchors, writers, reporters, videographers, sports, and weather.
• Join DiGamma Kappa, the official broadcasting society at the University of Georgia. The group meets bi-weekly to provide networking opportunities, activities, and social functions within the broadcast and entertainment industry. The organization also provides an atmosphere for students to learn about jobs and internships from professionals in the industry.
• Host a radio show on or intern with WUOG 90.5 FM or WUGA 91.7/97.9 FM or other local radio stations.
• Students interested in working in entertainment media are encouraged to attend Grady L.A., a summer internship/study program in Los Angeles. This program provides the structure of a formal internship program paired with the additional coursework, allowing students to receive academic instruction and professional, industry experience simultaneously. Each week, students will be introduced to guest speakers including studio executives, animators, directors, screenwriters, agents, and other key industry players.
• Students interested in film are encouraged to get involved with "The Industry," student organization at UGA, and Film Athens.
• Consider enrolling in the UGA Cannes Film Festival Study Abroad program which offers two academic courses in film studies. This opportunity also allows students to network with producers, directors, and actors who have starred in motion pictures.

LinkedIn Groups to Join 

• Internships and Interns
• UGA DiGamma Kappa (DGK)
• University of Georgia Alumni Association Group (UGA)
• University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication Alumni
• Tip: Join LinkedIn groups that are related to your career interest.
• For more information on how to effectively utilize LinkedIn, check out the UGA Career Center's Networking Page.

Additional Internship/Job Search Tips

• For additional information on internships and job opportunities, look out for emails sent every Tuesday on the Grady Career Services Update listserv. If you are not on that listserv, sign up for the Grady job leads listserv here.
• Follow @UGAGradyCareers for timely job postings and career advice, run by the Grady College Office of Experiential Learning.
• If you’re interested in working or interning for a specific company, visit that company’s website. Job and internship opportunities are usually listed under the “Careers” tab.
• For information about job salary, company reviews, and job openings, visit Glassdoor and Payscale.com.
• For a general job search, visit websites such as Indeed, Monster, and Simply Hired.

• O*NET Online – The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations.  

  My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.  

  Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.  

  Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.  

  Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.  

  UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.  

  Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance. 

  Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.  

  Steppingblocks - Research your future career with real-world stats about your major, your interests, and your dream job title with career and education searches designed to find your best path based on millions of others. It’s data-powered career exploration for doers like you.

GENERAL

• Handshake (scroll down to the bottom of the page; login with your UGA MyID and password)  

• LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!) 

• Idealist (non-profit jobs) 

• USAJobs (federal jobs) 

• Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
• Association for Women in Sports Media
• Georgia Association of Broadcasters
• Motion Picture Association of America
• National Association of Broadcasters
• National Broadcasting Society-Alpha - Epsilon Rho
• Southern States Communication Association