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.  

What’s it like to complete a Virtual Micro-Internship?

Published on December 29, 2023

Micro-internships are short-term experiences that give you the opportunity to complete work that’s relevant to your career interests. Learn what it’s like to complete one and why you should consider it!

By Lily Guberman
Lily Guberman Marketing Assistant
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Creating Your Art Portfolio

Published on November 29, 2023

As an art student, your portfolio is essential to your career as it allows you to both demonstrate your skills as well as provide more information to interviewers and recruiters.

By Cameron Turnbull
Cameron Turnbull
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Alumni Spotlight: Fernando Alfonso III

Published on November 7, 2023

Meet Fernando Alfonso III, a senior supervising editor at NPR and an Adjunct Faculty Member at Morehouse College. He is a UConn Alum form the class of ’09 graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in English.The Center for Career Development sat down with Fernando to hear more about his experience as a first generation student and how that has impacted him throughout his career!

By Mary Malerba
Mary Malerba Assistant Director, Alumni Relations
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UConn’s Communication Department Labs

Published on June 6, 2023

Learn about the multitude of research opportunities offered by UConn’s Department of Communication

By Jarrin Araujo
Jarrin Araujo
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Insight & Perspective in the World of Copywriting

Published on May 2, 2023

 Have you ever come across a billboard or an ad that made you stop? Made you think? Maybe even made you laugh?  When such an impression lingers there, as you connect it to the brand, the power of copywriting is hard at work.

By Andrea Gonzalez
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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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