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Arts, Media, & Communications

Overview

The Arts, Media & Communications Career Cluster is the cluster of industries primarily associated with creative expression. From the visual arts to the art of writing, if it involves the art of human expression then you will likely find it in one of these industries:

Writing
Journalism (Broadcast and Print)
Publishing
Advertising
Public Relations
Television and Radio Broadcasting
Architecture
Film
Visual and Performing Arts
Museums/Galleries
Culinary Arts

Interested in receiving opportunities and information concerning this cluster? Quickly join our Listserv for this cluster!

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Summer Internship Programs

Are you interested in earning some real world industry experience? If so, our Vandy on Madison Avenue (VMA) and Vandy-in-Hollywood (ViHSIP) Summer Internship Programs are the place to start. Open to is open to rising juniors and seniors in good academic standing, these unique programs provide "in the trenches" knowledge to supplement the Vanderbilt academic experience.

Learn more about these programs, including application deadlines by visiting the appropriate webpage:

How Do I Make the Most of Total Access Events?

1. Have a pen/pencil and paper available for notes.

2. Bring resumes and a folder or portfolio to hold your materials.

3. Research information about the participating panelists and their companies prior to approaching them during the networking phase of the event. Panelist Bios will be available to all students attending, however, it's important to research their companies ahead of time. You will impress the panelist by knowing about his or her company and having possible discussion points.

4. There will be 15 minutes for networking designated after each of the two panels. Focus on one or two of the panelists who interest you the most. You may end up speaking with them in small groups or the panelists may give each of you a minute or two individually - it depends on their preference. This is the time for a quick face-to-face introduction. Your follow-up will make all the difference.

5. Prepare a two- to three-line script for yourself. Keep it short. Walk up confidently, smile, say hello, introduce yourself, and remember to use good eye contact and a firm handshake. Make a general statement about yourself such as, "I am Mary Smith and I'm a senior majoring in Communications. Last summer I completed an internship in Public Relations at Ketchum in Atlanta. I was particularly interested in what you said about ____________."

6. Be aware of the time demands on employers. Do not monopolize their time. Ask specific questions and offer to follow up after the event, as appropriate. You could offer to take them to coffee sometime and discuss a point they mentioned in more depth - only if it's convenient for them.

7. Send a thank you letter within 24 hours of the event. This should be a formal, typed, business letter on quality paper. E-mails are okay for the AMC fields, but remember to keep it as professional as possible. Be sure to remind the panelist that you met him/her at the Total Access event, include a brief statement about your interests/background, and indicate that you appreciate having the opportunity to discuss that career field with him/her.

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Job Search Websites

Listed below are a number of job search websites directly related to Careers in Arts, Media, and Communications. Use these types of websites as research tools to identify potential employers and available opportunities. Note: these sites are listed only as a service for students; no particular endorsement of any site or organization should be inferred.

Architecture

A Master of Architecture degree is necessary for a career as an architect. The National Architectural Accrediting Board has a list of graduate schools on their web site: http://www.naab.org/architecture_programs/

American Institute of Architects
Arch Careers
Architectural Record
American Institute of Architecture Students
e-Architect
Architectural Record Job Postings
Guide to Architecture Careers
Society of Architectural Historians
American Society of Interior Designers
Interior Design Jobs
ArtSource
Dezignare' (interior design information)
Architects from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
Urban and Regional Planners from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
Landscape Architects from the Occupational Outlook Handbook

Culinary Arts

Culinary Institute of America
CulinarySchools.com
French Culinary Institute
Le Cordon Bleu
Institute of Culinary Education
Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne (Switzerland)
James Beard Foundation Scholarships
Chefs and Cooks Job Descriptions
Culinary Careers
How to Break Into Your Food Writing Career
What is Freelance Food Writing?
International Association of Culinary Professionals
World Association of Chefs' Societies
American Culinary Federation
International Food, Wine and Travel Writers Association
Association of Food Journalists

Need more help?

The staff of the Center for Student Professional Development are eager to support you in identifying and pursing professional opportunities. Our career coaching staff and peer career advocates are available for individual and group coaching appointments and professional development programs.

It is through the coaching relationship that you will maximize your opportunities and fully leverage Center resources to meet your professional development needs.

To get started, stop by the Center for a Coaching Assessment during Coaching Express. This 20-minute session with a Career Coach gives you a chance to have your resume critiqued, get answers to your questions, or develop an action plan for next steps.

Visit our News and Events page to see Coaching Express times and locations.

For more information about any of our services, contact our office today!

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Overview
Resume & Cover Letter Samples
Summer Internship Programs
Make the Most of Total Access Events
Alumni Conversations
Job Search Websites
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Arts, Media, & Communications

Overview

Resume & Cover Letter Samples

Summer Internship Programs

How Do I Make the Most of Total Access Events?

Alumni Conversations

Job Search Websites

Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations

Creative Arts: Music, Dance, Photography

Entertainment: New Media, TV, and Film

Fiction and Nonfiction Publishing: Writing, Journalism, and Illustration

Television and Radio Broadcasting

Museums, Galleries, Auction Houses

Architecture

Culinary Arts

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