Media and Communications

Overview of Media and Communications

Media and Communications professionals create, share and amplify ideas and information through a variety of methods including print, digital, and social platforms.

Get details on the salary and job security of these Media and Communications careers:

Get Career Ready for Media and Communications

Find out what it takes to land a career in Media and Communications

Career readiness equation: Earn Degree + Gain Experiences + Market Your Skills = Career Ready

Earn a Degree

Green scroll representing the first component of the career readiness equation – earn a degree.

To work in the field of Media and Communications, it is recommended you have a strong background in storytelling, research, project management, and technical skills. Check the George Mason Catalog for degree requirements.   

In addition to your degree, certifications can increase your employment options in the field. Here are a few:

Specialized knowledge and training in the following areas are in high demand:

  • Social Media Content Creation and Analytics
  • Audio Editing Software: Audition, Audacity, Garageband
  • Graphic Design Software: Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva
  • Website Design

Gain Experiences

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Employers expect at least six to twelve months of related experience to be competitive for full-time positions. Gain experience while you are a student at George Mason.

Here are the types of experiences most valued by Media and Communications employers, and where to find them:

Jobs/Internships

Freelance Work (typically paid)

Campus Media

Market Your Skills

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It is important for you to be able to clearly communicate the knowledge, skills and experiences you have gained in and outside of the classroom.

Below are top ways to showcase your qualifications to Media and Communications employers:

Resumes

Interview

Interviewing well is key to standing out with employers in media, journalism, and digital communications—and the best way to build confidence is through practice. Use InterviewPrep, George Mason’s free virtual mock interview tool, to explore industry-specific interview questions and sharpen your responses at your own pace.

  • Register for an account at InterviewPrep using your George Mason email. 
  • Once you're logged in, use the following code to access a curated interview set for this career area: [dR7hrD9eunsm]

Career Ready

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Career Ready

Career ready George Mason grads have gone on to work for Media and Communications employers, such as:

America's Public Television Stations Big Picture, Inc Buzzfeed
CoCreate Studios Conde Naste Media Fusion LLC
NBC12 Sage Communications Verizon Media

 

Join the Media and Communications community

Get involved with academic and professional Media and Communications societies to grow your network while you're a student.

George Mason Student Organizations

Professional Associations

Your career advisor can help you decide where to start.