Arts, Communications, Media and Marketing

Explore the dynamic world of creative expression, strategic communication, and audience engagement. This pathway connects students and alumni to a wide range of industries, from boutique agencies and media outlets to global marketing firms and independent studios. Access tailored resources, programs, and services designed to help you pursue your passions and build essential career skills.

Career clusters included in this Career Pathway include:

Visual and Performing Arts includes careers in theatre, music, dance, visual arts, and multimedia production, both on stage and behind the scenes. Opportunities exist in arts organizations, production companies, museums, and independent creative practices.

Public Relations and Strategic Communication include careers focused on managing communication between organizations and their audiences. Roles may involve media relations, crisis communication, event planning, campaign strategy, and outreach. Professionals in this cluster help connect and inform various sectors through education, public information campaigns, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring clear communication across diverse communities.

Journalism and Broadcasting includes careers in print, digital, and broadcast media, from writing and editing to reporting, producing, and anchoring. These roles exist in news organizations, online publications, and multimedia storytelling platforms.

Marketing and Advertising includes careers in brand strategy, digital marketing, market research, content creation, and media planning, as well as work in agencies, corporations, and nonprofit organizations.

Design and Creative Services includes careers in graphic design, user experience (UX), web and interactive design, animation, interior design, and creative direction. Professionals in this cluster work across industries to shape visual, spatial, and digital experiences, integrating creative solutions that enhance both function and aesthetics in various environments, from digital platforms to physical spaces.

Take the time to engage with this community—browse articles and blog posts, explore curated resources, and discover actionable steps you can take both on and off campus.

Ready to Shine: Highlights from Our Careers in Communication Prep Workshop

Say you signed up for the career fair but have no idea where to start. Totally normal, don’t stress! The Career Connections Center is here to help. During our workshop, we covered practical, easy-to-use strategies to help you show up …

By Alina Tolentino
Alina Tolentino
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The Slump and the Spark: How to Push Through the Fog and Prepare for What’s Next

By March, the semester has started to lose its edge.

The adrenaline of new beginnings? Gone.
The clarity of finals? Not quite here yet.
You’re somewhere in the middle—where motivation feels muddy, and the days blend into each other like …

By José Valentino Ruiz
José Valentino Ruiz Founder, Coordinator, & Associate Professor of Music Business & Entrepreneurship
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Finding Your Perfect Fit in Advertising: Roles and Career Paths Explained

The advertising industry is full of exciting opportunities, but finding the role that best matches your strengths can make all the difference in your career journey. Whether you’re drawn to creative storytelling, data-driven strategy, or client relationship management, there’s a …

By Zita Gonzalez
Zita Gonzalez Manager for Human Services, Consulting, and Education
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Spring Break Career Trek to Greater Fort Lauderdale (March 19–20)

There’s still time to join the University of Florida Career Connections Center for our Spring Break Career Trek to Greater Fort Lauderdale on March 19–20!

This immersive, two-day experience connects UF students with industry leaders in one of Florida’s fastest-growing …

By Crystal Burton
Crystal Burton Assistant Director for Career Pathways: STEM
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Spring Events for Arts, Communications, Media and Marketing Students

Hey Gators! 🐊 
 
Your future self will thank you for what you do this spring. C3 has the employers, preparation, and support to help you take the next step!  

The Agency Open House  

Monday, February 16th | 6-8 PM 

The Agency, Weimer …

By Crystal Burton
Crystal Burton Assistant Director for Career Pathways: STEM
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Sidebar

Alumni Connections

  • South Carolina
  • Divisional Digital Marketing Specialist The Salvation Army
Meet Cheri
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina
  • Chief Branding Officer City of Fayetteville, North Carolina
Meet Kenneth
  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • Investigative Reporter NTSH Labs
Meet Allessandra
  • Orlando, Florida
  • Food and Beverage Coordinator Target
Meet Julie
  • Seattle, Washington
  • Software Development Engineer AWS
Meet Sai datta vara prasad
  • North Carolina
  • International Award Winning Writer and Broadcast Producer Lynn Hunt
Meet Lynn

Quinten Ershock

Alumni, Faculty
  • Gainesville, Florida
  • Administrative Specialist II The Agency at University of Florida
Meet Quinten
  • Ivyland, Pennsylvania
  • Social Media Journalist ESPN Gainesville 98.1 FM / 850 AM WRUF
Meet Ava

Credentials and Courses

AI & the Arts Certificate

This certification is for undergraduate students in the College of the Arts who want to explore how artificial intelligence (AI)…

Media Sales Certificate

This certificate focuses on selling advertising across TV, radio, digital, print, and outdoor media. The program emphasizes strategic communication and…

Google Analytics Certification

This certification provides foundational knowledge of Google Analytics, including setting up and organizing properties, monitoring website performance, and using reporting…

Adobe Certified Professional

This certification offers nine options to build or improve skills in Creative Cloud apps like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Premiere…

Amplify Your Personal Brand with Generative AI Certificate

In creative industries such as arts, communication, media, and marketing, a strong personal brand can set individuals apart. This LinkedIn…

Photoshop 2024 Essential Training

Taught by Julieanne Kost
Whether you’re an experienced creative professional or someone who has just recently purchased a camera, learning how to use Photoshop…

Building a Portfolio Career: Diversify Your Income and Do More of What You Love

Taught by Jenny Foss
In a rapidly shifting job market, it’s important to build a career portfolio—a career where you have agility, more than…

Nonprofit Fundraising: A Beginner’s Guide

Taught by Fundraising Academy
Relationships are part of our daily lives, and focusing on them is a proven method for successful communication. To raise…

AI and Generative AI for Video Content Creation

Taught by Nick Harauz
Artificial intelligence is transforming many aspects of professional life, and the fields of audio and video production are no exception.…

Creating Construction Documents with Revit

Taught by Rina Sahay
If you’re trying to get the hang of Autodesk Revit, there’s nothing like building a real-world model. In this course,…

AutoCAD 2024 Essential Training

Taught by Shaun Bryant
AutoCAD 2024 is a powerful design and drafting software application used to create precise 2D and 3D designs. In this…

Hands-On AI: Image Processing with Python

Taught by Eduardo Corpeño
In this course, Eduardo Corpeño—an electrical engineer, computer programmer, and teacher—helps you build a solid foundation in image processing using…

Creative Inspirations: Stefan G. Bucher, Designer, Illustrator, and Writer

Taught by Stefan G. Bucher
Meet a truly monster graphic designer, Stefan G. Bucher. Stefan’s projects range from his Daily Monsters, to the Daily Letter…

Photography Foundations: Lenses

Taught by Ben Long
Many of the creative options available to a photographer hinge on an in-depth understanding of lenses. In Foundations of Photography:…

CSS Positioning Best Practices

Taught by Bill Weinman
Web designers and coders will be introduced to techniques to improve their results in CSS Positioning Best Practices. Beginning with…

Creative Inspirations: Harry Marks, Broadcast Designer

Taught by Harry Marks
Harry Marks is considered by many to be the godfather of broadcast design. More than any other individual, he changed…

What to Post on LinkedIn to Stand Out

Taught by Sarah Ohlson
In this course, senior program manager Sarah Ohlson shows you how to craft a LinkedIn presence that elevates your professional…

Narrative Portraiture: On Location in Texas with Keith Carter

Taught by Chris Orwig
In the Narrative Portraiture series, photographer and teacher Chris Orwig explores how to use location and natural light to create…

Douglas Kirkland on Photography: Studio Portraiture

Taught by Douglas Kirkland
In the Douglas Kirkland on Photography series, well-known photographer Douglas Kirkland explores a variety of real-world photographic scenarios, sharing technique…

Creative Inspirations: Rick Smolan, Photographer

Taught by Rick Smolan
Rick Smolan is responsible for some of the largest photographic projects ever undertaken. A former Time, Life, and National Geographic…

Forage Job Simulations

Explore Career Options with Forage.

Forage offers virtual work simulations that allow you to explore what it is like to work within a variety of of industries. These opportunities are completely free, with no prior experience or application needed to get started.

Career Resources

Sample resume tailored towards Communications and Journalism

Credentials are focused qualifications such as nondegree certificates, microcredentials, digital badges, and professional certifications that demonstrate mastery of specific skills, …

This Portfolio Guide offers insights into creating portfolios for individuals in digital arts and related fields.

Whether you’re applying for your first internship or auditioning for a professional role in the arts or entertainment industry, the …

This Portfolio Inventory Guide provides guidance on selecting pieces to create a portfolio for individuals in digital arts and related …

Check out Mediabistro — a go-to job board for creatives, graphic designers, copywriters, social media managers, proofreaders, editors, and more! From …

Contact & Location

Phone
352-392-1601
Address

J. Wayne Reitz Union
Suite 1300
PO Box 118507
Gainesville, FL 32611-8507

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

We are located on Level 1 of the Reitz Union.