Media

Anyone embarking on a career in media must be prepared for a constantly shifting industry. Learn what you need to know to pursue a career in journalism or media, with insights on education, job-hunting, networking, and brand-building.

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    Top Jobs and Careers in Magazines and Publishing
  • Woman working in home office
    How to Become a Web Producer
  • A day in the life of a copywriter: produce error free content, write prose for advertising purposes, manage multiple projects, interpret creative direction
    What Does a Copywriter Do?
  • Ron Burgundy news anchor
    How to Become a TV News Anchor
  • A day in the life of a publicist: Create and execute publicity plans for clients, Write press releases, Build and maintain relationships with various media outlets
    What Does a Publicist Do?
  • Photo editor working at lightbox
    The Role of a Photo Editor
  • Female novelist writing on the laptop
    The Ins and Outs to Become an Online Editor
  • A day in the life of a media planner: Work closely with clients, Analyze data, Develop various media plans, Think creatively
    What Does a Media Planner Do?
  • Casual female business people having a relaxed informal meeting
    Magazine Editor Profile
  • An author is discussing their work with an agent.
    What Is a Literary Agent?
  • Day in the Life of a Fact Checker
    What Does a Fact Checker Do?
  • a day in the life of a copy editor: familiar with AP style, love of language, attention to detail, strong grammar
    What Does a Copy Editor Do?
  • A day in the life of a book editor: acquire manuscripts for review, verify facts cited in material, reading and writing skills are important, keeps track of scheduled dates
    What Does a Book Editor Do?
  • Woman's hands at the laptop
    Become a Magazine Writer or Freelancer
  • Thank You word typed on a Vintage Typewriter.
    Post-Interview Etiquette
  • woman at computer taking an editing test for a job
    How to Pass an Edit Test to Get a Writing Job
  • Exterior view of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism
    Should You Go to Journalism School?
  • A view of the New York skyline at night
    Best Cities to Work in If You Want a Dream Media Job
  • Top view of many books standing on a table.
    How to Become a Literary Scout
  • A picture of people texting
    How to Kickstart Your Social Media Campaign
  • DJ planning a remote radio broadcast
    Learn About Doing a Radio Remote Broadcast
  • A day in the life of a TV reports: Investigate and pitch new story ideas, line up and perform interviews for stories, cover events such as trials or press conferences
    What Does a TV Reporter Do?
  • A day in the life of a TV news producer: Coordinate activities of the news team, Keep production on time and on budget, Solve problems as needed, Oversee news stories to create a cohesive show
    What Does a TV News Producer Do?
  • A day in the life of a TV news director: Solving problems when stories selected to be broadcast aren’t coming together or when equipment breaks, reviewing stories to make sur they are fair and accurate before they go on the air, monitoring news developments and sending news feature ideas to personnel for content creation, budgeting and hiring new staff
    What Does a TV News Director Do?
  • A day in the life of a TV news anchor: Have a conversational yet professional vocal delivery; turn a variety of news stories into a cohesive TV program; ability to ad lib without a script
    What Does a TV News Anchor Do?
  • A day in the life of an assignment editor: Make split-second decisions about where news crews should go, communicate and coordinate across teams on developing stories, get up early to get the jump on the news cycle and plan the day, professional associations provide the connections needed to land the job
    What Does an Assignment Editor Do?
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    Nielsen TV Ratings
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    Why Tease Writing Is Critical to a Successful TV Newscast
  • News anchor in television studio reading the news
    Reasons to Become a TV News Anchor
  • A photo of a TV news anchor getting angry while on camera.
    10 Actions a TV News Anchor Should Avoid
  • A DJ at a radio station control board.
    What Are Radio Formats?
  • A photo of a man watching a wall of TV sets.
    Get Higher Ratings With These TV Sweeps Tips
  • A picture of reporters holding microphones and interviewing someone
    Conducting a Good Television Interview
  • A photo of a man and woman announcing a radio program from a studio.
    How to Be a Good Radio Personality
  • Woman holding domestic product emerging from television, portrait
    Selling the Benefits of TV Advertisements
  • Vintage microphone and headphones representing radio advertising.
    How to Sell Radio Advertising
  • disc jockey smiling in studio
    Develop Your Voice for TV or Radio
  • News anchor
    5 Steps to Build Your Brand as a TV Personality
  • Young man shooting HD video on a trail
    How to Shoot Video Like a Professional Videographer
  • Close-up of rolled up newspapers
    How to Sell Newspaper Advertising to Retail Businesses
  • Man with a giant megaphone yelling into a woman's ear
    Media Sensationalism in Today's News Coverage
  • A photo of an editor and news writers working in a newsroom.
    How to Write a News Script for TV News
  • Smokey Bear became a household name thanks to a long-running public service announcement campaign designed to fight forest fires.
    Public Service Announcements: Yesterday and Today
  • Young family watches television together.
    What Is a Designated Market Area?
  • A picture of a woman signing a document
    What to Know About a TV Contract Before You Sign
  • a woman working on a laptop computer
    Write a Winning Cover Letter for the Media Job You Want
  • Businesswoman Taking Interview Of Woman Sitting On Desk Against Clear Sky
    Ways to Blow Your Job Interview
  • Journalist with microphone and celebrities at red carpet event
    The Pros and Cons of Media Industry Careers
  • Journalists Sitting With Businesswoman
    News Anchor Tips From a TV Talent Coach
  • Person in a job interview
    Questions to Ask During a Media Job Interview
  • Businesswomen reviewing paperwork in office lobby
    How to Prepare Yourself for a Media Job Interview
  • Mature newsman in news studio
    How to Find a Talent Agent to Boost Your Media Career
  • A chart showing a sample of a SWOT analysis of a media company.
    Use SWOT Analysis to Build Your Media Company
  • A photo of a radio transmission tower
    10 Tips for Building Your Radio Brand On and Off Air
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    Here's Why Your Branding Strategy Isn't Working
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