Best Media & Communications Jobs

The following is a list of positions that may appeal to those who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of media. From entry-level to high-paying jobs, they’re all directly related to ensuring effective communication with an audience through a variety of mediums, from writing to sound to images to moving pictures. All of these occupations require a strong attention to detail, whether repairing equipment, correcting written material, or manipulating and mixing images and sounds.Read MoreRead Less

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Media jobs are typically collaborative, either working alongside other professionals in the field to craft the best possible message, or meeting with clients and other customers to ensure that their needs and desires are being met. A fair amount of them also require an element of creativity to craft content that best relates the desired message to the public in an engaging way. These job descriptions are also accompanied by data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics such as education requirements, median salary, and projected growth.

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Best Highest Paying Media & Communications Jobs

The following are considered high-paying media positions, and all require a bachelor’s level education, usually with a degree that aligns with their occupation. All of these positions are heavily involved in how the public receives information, through advertisements, broadcasts, instructional material, or press releases, and thus require strong communication and interpersonal skills to perform their duties effectively. These skills are also important in the collaborative nature of these jobs, whether working alongside clients or other professionals in the field to accomplish your goals.

Best Entry Level Media & Communications Jobs

The following are considered entry-level positions in field of media, and don’t specifically require a specific post-secondary degree, though they often do involve some form of hands-on experience and on-the-job training. Some positions may require certifications or licenses depending on your employer or the state you’re working in. All of these jobs feature work with equipment, usually with computers and various software, but also require handling equipment specific to the occupation and clients they serve.

Best Media & Communications Office Jobs

The following are positions in the field of media that involve work primarily in an office setting, and all require a bachelor’s degree in at least a related field, as well as some occasional on-the-job training. While they all have some basis in office work, interpersonal and communication skills are imperative to being successful in these fields, as they’re typically collaborative and/or involve understanding and communicating effectively with an audience.

References

Sound Engineering Technicians. https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-4014.00. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Court Reporters. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/legal/court-reporters.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/telecommunications-equipment-installers-and-repairers-except-line-installers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Broadcast and Sound Engineering Technicians. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/broadcast-and-sound-engineering-technicians.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Advertising, Promotions, and Marketing Managers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/advertising-promotions-and-marketing-managers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Broadcast News Analysts. https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-3021.00. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Technical Writers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/technical-writers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Public Relations Specialists. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/public-relations-specialists.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Film and Video Editors and Camera Operators. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/film-and-video-editors-and-camera-operators.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Editors. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/editors.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Social Media Specialist. https://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2016/youre-a-what/social-media-specialist.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Interpreters and Translators. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/interpreters-and-translators.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.