Arts, Media, and Communication

Welcome to the Arts, Media, and Communication community!

The Arts, Media, and Communication community will provide resources, information, and a virtual space for students and alumni interested in working within the arts, media, and communications industries.  As a follower of the Arts, Media, and Communication community, you will get timely alerts on internships, co-ops, jobs, blogs, and events posted on the page.  

Career and self-development are life-long processes that evolve as new experiences and information are obtained. Use this page to design your career and self-development strategically. Review the list of student and professional organizations and decide which opportunities best align with your career goals. Connect with a Husky Mentor to engage in career conversations that will expand your network and give you an on-the-job perspective. Explore your options by reviewing Job Market Insights and the UConn Undergraduate Outcomes.  

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The Long Game: Doug Glanville has no right to be this good at this many things.

Published on February 24, 2022

When Neag School of Education professor Doug Glanville cleaned out his garage during a recent family move, he unearthed some unusual stuff. Interspersed among the old grill equipment and lawn chairs were a dozen baseball bats, signed by Derek Jeter …

By Rand Richards Cooper
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Join The Black Film Allegiance!

Published on February 21, 2022

Looking for a way to network with Black filmmakers from across the country and around the globe? The Black Film Allegiance profiles cinematographers, costume designers, directors, screenwriters, and many other professionals within filmmaking. Additionally, the Black Film Allegiance notifies the …

By Erik Zawodniak
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3 Reasons to Consider a Career in Advertising

Published on December 22, 2021

If you limit your employment options only to your major, you might be making a mistake. Many graduates start their careers in fields that seem to have little connection to their majors. If you are struggling to choose a field, …

By Xinyi Zhang
Xinyi Zhang CLAS Career Ambassador
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Video Game Industry Careers: An Inside Look at Gaming Jobs & How You Can Land One

Published on December 12, 2021

In the last year and a half of the pandemic, video games have come to serve as a release valve for the cooped-up populace, enabling players to vicariously experience things they no longer could in the real world. “I thought …

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Bridging the world's skills gap through affordable, high-quality, online education.
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Exploring Industries with Vault Guides: Arts, Media, and Communications

Published on December 8, 2021

There is a wide variety of career paths within the fields of arts, media, and communication. It’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the options! Our career coaches are always here to meet with you about finding a pathway best suited for you. …

By Audrey Garcia
Audrey Garcia Career Consulting & Services Intern
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Husky Mentors

Christopher Bradley

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  • West Haven, CT
  • Volunteer Drumline Instructor Notre Dame High School
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Alice Hines

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Scott Carroll

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  • Assistant Director of Marketing and Digital Engagement Boston College
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Harrison Goodale

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  • Mansfield, CT
  • Creative Director Sustain
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Job Market InsightsIn partnership withLightcast logo

Explore occupations by career categories and pathways and use real time labor market data to power your decision making.

First, choose an industry of interest, then filter for occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

Career Outcomes

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  • Top Employers
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  • Employment Locations
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

First Destination

First Destination refers to undergraduate outcomes within the 6 months following graduation. The data is collected through a survey distributed to students at graduation, and again in the months following, to gain insight on their lives post-graduation.

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Résumé Samples by Career Community

Résumé Samples by Career Community

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Career Search Engines

Career Search Engines

In addition to engaging in networking, searching online can be a viable option to supplement internship and co-op efforts. In …
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Mediabistro

Mediabistro

Careers for Graphic Designers, Copywriters, Social Media Managers, Proofreaders and More.

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Art Jobs

Art Jobs

Jobs in arts, culture, education, theatre, museum…

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Behance

Behance

Creative Jobs. Discover your next career move, freelance gig, or internship.

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Dribbble

Dribbble

The #1 job board for graphic design jobs. Dribbble is the heart of the design community and the best resource …

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