About the Community

An industry is a group of organizations or companies that produce particular goods or services. There are many job roles or functions roles that exist within each industry.  Our career industry communities connect you to tailored resources and programs to effectively explore job roles/functions, cultivate professional skills, build relationships with alumni and employers, and identify and apply for opportunities in specific fields of interest. 

This community is dedicated to information and resources on the Arts, Media, and Entertainment industries. In these industries are careers that use a variety of methods to produce creative content, tell stories, or share information.  The methods used can include writing, theater, music, literature, film, sculpture and paintings and drawings. 

Sample Job Roles/Functions

Here are some job roles/functions that are a part of the Arts, Media, and Entertainment industries.  As you continue to explore, you’ll find many more.

  • Actor
  • Author
  • Media Buyer
  • Digital/Interactive Media Creator
  • Video/Film Production Assistant
  • Graphic Artist
  • Journalist
  • Medical Illustrator
  • Musician
  • Content Marketing Coordinator
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Recording/Digitization Technician
  • Web Content Developer/Writer
  • Production Assistant

Related Majors at Rutgers-Newark

Below you will find a list of majors at Rutgers-Newark that will provide you with academic knowledge related to this industry:

While recruiting timelines may vary from employer to employer, it’s helpful to know when the top recruiting times are for your industry. Take a look at the timeline below to help you learn when to prepare for your job search, and click on the timeline to learn more!

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Firsthand Guides

Vault Career Guide to Media and Entertainment, Second Edition

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Vault Guide to Writing and Editing Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Dance Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Computer and Video Game Design Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Newspaper and Magazine Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Media and Entertainment Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …