Thinking about where a Media qualification could take you? The media world is huge, fast-moving, and full of exciting possibilities, which is great, but it can also make choosing a career feel a bit overwhelming.
In this blog, we break it all down. From creative roles behind the camera to digital careers shaping the online world, we’ve picked ten standout pathways every Media student should know about. You’ll find average salaries, what each job involves, and a clear picture of where your skills could take you next.
Let’s explore the top ten media careers that could be your future.
1. Video Editor
Role overview: A Video Editor edits raw footage into polished video. This could be for film, TV or other forms of media. Their key tasks include cutting and sequencing video clips then adding music, sound and visual effects.
You’ll need to have high attention to detail, a creative mind and enjoy producing high-quality content.
2. Journalist
Role overview: A Journalist investigates, gathers, and reports news across various media platforms such as radio, TV, digital and print. Their key responsibilities include researching the topic, interviewing sources and writing articles.
You must be a strong communicator, confident in research, and able to use critical thinking skills to succeed in this role.
3. Games Designer
Role overview: A Games Designer shapes the gameplay experience in video games by creating storylines, characters and concepts. They will conduct market research to test their protypes adjusting the game depending on player feedback.
Having an interest in games, gaming trends and players desires will be important in this role.
4. Animator
Role overview: Animators bring static images, characters or scenes to life by creating sequences of frames that simulate movement. They may work in 2D animation, 3D, CGI, stop-motion or motion-capture animation, depending on the production.
You must have strong drawing, illustration and design abilities and knowledge or core animation principles (such as timing, spacing and anticipation). Attention to detail is important and well as time management, patience and communication.
5. Camera Operator
Role overview: A Camera Operator captures visual content for film, TV or live broadcasts. They operate cameras adjusting the framing, focus and camera settings for the shoot ensuring the shots achieve the desired visual style as agreed by the director or producer.
If you enjoy using a camera to shoot video and can engage with a creative vision, then this may be the right career for you.
6. Media Researcher
Role overview: A Media Researcher supports the development of TV, radio, and digital content by gathering and fact checking information related to audience preferences, trends, and competitors. Media Researchers work closely with producers, directors, and marketing teams to ensure content aligns with what the audience are interested and will engage with.
If you enjoy immersing yourself with the latest news and trends, this role will be perfect for you.
7. Public Relations Specialist
Role overview: A Public Relations (PR) Specialist is responsible for managing and enhancing the public image of a company. They craft press releases, organise media events, and communicate with journalists to secure positive coverage.
Your goal as a PR Specialist is to promote a positive image and ensure clear, consistent messaging across various channels.
8. Social Media Manager
Role overview: A Social Media Manager develops strategies to increase brand awareness, engage with audiences, and grow followers. Their tasks include scheduling posts, monitoring analytics, responding to interactions on social media, as well as staying up to date on trends.
You must be prepared to work in a reactive way in a fast-paced environment and, of course, love social media!
9. Copywriter
Role overview: A Copywriter creates written content for various platforms, including websites, advertisements, social media, brochures, and emails. Copywriters aim to engage the target audience, convey a brand’s message, and drive actions such as sales or subscriptions.
If you enjoy writing creatively and with clarity this could be the role for you.
10. Sound Engineer
Role overview: A Sound Engineer is responsible for managing and editing audio in various settings such as music recording, live events, film, or broadcasting. They operate equipment to record, mix, and improve sound quality. They work closely with musicians, producers, or directors to achieve the desired auditory experience.
You’ll need to have knowledge of how to use audio equipment and be able to problem solve in high pressured situations to excel in this role.
Check out the Creative Media courses available at EKC Canterbury College to begin your journey into this exciting industry.
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