Television Broadcasting Schools
For many, the first step in embarking on a career in TV broadcasting is to study at one of the numerous broadcasting schools throughout the U.S. According to the online Trade Schools Directory, there are dozens of different schools that offer training in the field of broadcasting, as well as options to earn a degree or certificate online.
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Careers in Television
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The production of a television broadcast is an extensive undertaking that requires many skilled people working together. Producing a single episode of a scripted TV series can require dozens of people, and there are a wide variety of specializations that can be explored by students interested in broadcasting careers. The Vocational Information Center lists more than 100 different career choices under the heading of broadcasting, ranging from producers to camera operators to video editors.
Broadcasting Outlook
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projections indicate that job growth in broadcasting until 2014 will be slower than overall job growth. When this is combined with other factors, such as industry consolidation and heavy competition, entering the field will be challenging for new graduates. However, there are some bright spots. The job outlook for skilled camera operators, for example, is expected to outpace job growth across all industries, while growing metropolitan markets may also fuel regional growth. In all areas, job prospects remain best for applicants who possess a college degree in broadcasting.
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Online Programs
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In addition to the numerous brick and mortar schools that offer programs in broadcasting, there are many options available for students wishing to study online. The Art Institutes, with campuses in several cities throughout the country, offer degree and non-degree broadcasting programs. Online programs are also available through Full Sail University, Lincoln College of New England, Ohio and Illinois Centers for Broadcasting, and Florida-based City College. Those seeking an online degree of any kind should always ensure that the school is an accredited degree-granting educational institution.
Top Broadcasting Schools
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According to Education-Portal.com, U.S. News and World Report has ranked the top three broadcasting schools in the United States for 2010-2011 as Johns Hopkins University, which offers a master of arts in communication program; New York University, which offers several broadcasting-related programs through its School of Continuing and Professional Studies; and Syracuse University, which offers both bachelor's and master's programs in broadcast journalism through its Newhouse School, which trains students in a working TV studio used for live reporting.
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References
- Trade-Schools.net: Television & Radio Broadcasting Schools Directory
- Vocational Information Center: Broadcast Media and Journalism Career Guide
- Career Explorer: Broadcasting
- United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics: Career Guide to Industries, 2010-11 Edition - Broadcasting
- Education-Portal.com: Best Broadcasting Schools in the U.S.
- Guide to Online Schools: Broadcasting Degree Online
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