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.  

Become A Werth Innovator and get a 3k Scholarship

Published on April 15, 2021

UConn rising sophomores and juniors are invited to apply for the next cohort of Werth Innovators of the WILD Program!

Are you an inventor, artist, or builder? Do you find yourself creating solutions to problems? When you hear the word …

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Student Success Story: Isabella Montenegro

Published on March 25, 2021

Isabella Montenegro (she/her/hers) earned a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Media and Design, a concentration in Digital Media Strategies for Business, and a minor in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the School of Fine Arts in December 2019. Since graduation, …

By Tara Malone
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A Conversation with Matty Frank: The Arts & COVID-19

Published on March 12, 2021

A year into the COVID-19 pandemic, we are continuing to see the effects on the fine arts and performing arts industries in particular. By knowing the ways in which the industry has changed, you can adequately prepare yourself to head …

By Clarice Pennock
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Digital Content and Digital Marketing – Two Types of Jobs That Are In Demand and Growing

Published on March 4, 2021

As we all know, the world of work has been greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. While certain industries have been particularly hit hard in early 2020, the demand for some jobs grew. Do careers in digital marketing and content …

By Christina Badini
Christina Badini Assistant Director, Corporate Partner Relations
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4 Music Careers for Non-Musicians

Published on February 14, 2021

When you think about careers in music, you likely think about musicians. However, there are many music careers that don't require mastery of a musical instrument. So, if you love music and want to build a career in or around …

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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.)

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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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