What Can You Do With a Degree in Journalism and Media Studies?

Salary Guide

Students are encouraged to visit websites such as Zippia, Glassdoor, Salary.com, and ZipRecruiter to learn more about salaries in their field or major.

On-Campus Resources

The Magner Career Center has a wealth of information on everything you need to get started in your career, help with résumés, an internships database, job fairs, etc.

• The center hosts frequent career events, which include panels with Brooklyn College alumni, company and organization visits, and workshops.
• You can get matched with alumni with your major to learn about their experiences, seek career advice, and develop a professional relationship.
• HireBC offers starter, competitive internships, and even job postings from Brooklyn College’s dedicated Job Board. Access HireBC via the Brooklyn College WebCentral Portal, under the Career tab. Many alumni post positions with hopes of working with Brooklyn College students. Begin by uploading your résumé and having it reviewed by a career counselor.
• Michael Sarrao is the liaison to the School of Visual, Media, and Performing Arts. For more information or to set up appointments, visit the Magner Center’s website call 718.951.5696, or visit 1303 James Hall.

Off-Campus Resources

• 5 Platforms to Help You Find Your Next Journalism Job
• 11 Great Jobs for J-School Grads, Whether or Not You Want to Stay in Journalism
• How to Start Freelancing, Even Early in Your Journalism Career
• Important Digital Media Skills That Employers Value
• Occupational Outlook Handbook gives you information on the training and education needed for the job, earning potential, expected job prospects, what you would be doing on the job, and what the working conditions are like.
• Professional Associations in Journalism and Media Studies