Recommended High School Courses:

• Writing and Composition
• Creative Writing
• Computer
• Art/Design
• Television or radio production courses

Basic Skills Needed in the Program and On the Job

Reading
Reading materials used in the Journalism/Photography program include college-level textbooks, the Internet, and other supplemental materials.  Textbooks are a central part of the course.  Tests are based on a combination of lectures and textbook materials.

On the job, reading will consist of reading press releases, manuals and trade journals and industry-related documents.

Language
Students will need excellent speaking skills for effective interviewing and speaking extemporaneously on-air.  Good grammar and excellent command of the English language is also required.  The same skills are needed on the job.

Writing activities in class and on the job include writing complete sentences in broadcast-style, producing papers, reports and commercials.

English I and II, and Speech are required for the program.

Math
General math knowledge is needed when calculating time for story length, backtiming stories for newscasts and timing commercial spots.

A three credit math class is required for the program.

Thinking Skills

• Students must be able to plan a television production and foresee and plan for equipment and personnel needs.
• Students must be able to set-up and operate broadcasting equipment.
• Students must be able to effectively evaluate their work.

Computer
Computers are used daily in the Broadcasting Program and on the job for production, operation for shifts on radio station and video editing.

Student Success
Successful Broadcasting students come to the program with some exposure to the industry and knowledge of technology used in the field.  They create opportunities to gain useful and practical experiences in producing television shows and on-air radio productions.  Successful students are able to freely express their own ideas, but provide objective balance and common sense to issues being reported. 

What Kind of Work Will the Student Do?

• Use radio and television equipment for production and editing
• Interview individuals for live and taped shows
• Produce news and entertainment programs
• Televise community and school events
• Provide play-by-play action and analysis of sports events

Employment Opportunities Include:

• Radio
• Television
• Independent Media Markets

What Skills and Abilities Will the Student Need?
   ·         An eye for newsworthy events
   ·         Technical knowledge
   ·         Personable and willing to work closely with others 

What Else Should the Student Consider About This Program or Career Choice?
There is opportunity to use creativity and good judgment when writing and producing for radio and/or television.