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Amarillo College’s Mass Communication programs provide you with hands-on experience, a solid foundation in media education, and the most up-to-date preparation to become a leader in your field.

Get on the fast track to career success with a technical production certificate. Created with the guidance of media professionals, the production curricula are designed to give you the skills necessary to obtain a job in the local media market immediately following graduation.

If you’re seeking a four-year degree, AC’s Mass Communication transfer programs provide the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. AC works closely with four-year colleges and universities to ensure the academic credit hours you earn will transfer to the college of your choice.

Together, technical and transfer majors participate in media convergence projects, exploring the future of the rapidly-evolving industry, maximizing personal growth and developing the professional and interpersonal skills essential for career success.

You may also be interested in . . . • Art Graphic Design• Photography• Speech• Visual & Performing Arts• English

Choose your area of interest

Advertising/Public RelationsJump into one of the fastest-growing career fields. The two-year Associate in Science degree program prepares you for transfer to a four-year university. Majors may anticipate working in corporate relations, advertising and public relations agencies.

JournalismWith a focus on reporting and writing, development of your journalism skills serves as the foundation for all media careers. Participation in the two-year Associate in Science degree program prepares you for transfer to a four-year university.

RadioGain experience on the air at FM90, produce live remotes and master audio editing. Complete a one- or two-year certificate or two-year degree program and prepare for immediate employment in the radio industry. Or, earn an associate’s degree that will transfer to a four-year university.

TelevisionWhether you want to be in front of or behind the camera, AC’s broadcast degrees and certificate programs will give you the knowledge and skills you need. Specialize in Broadcast Production or Sales and Marketing to land a position in this fast-paced, high-tech industry.

Mass Comm graduate Ben Miller works as the radio announcer for the Amarillo Dillas. Statistics show that more than 90% of Mass Comm graduates find employment in the industry or transfer to a four-year university.

Amarillo College is a great place to begin your media career.

Hands-on experience on the most up-to-date technology gives AC

students an edge in the industry.

Walt HowardAC Graduate, Adjunct Faculty

News Channel 10 Managing Editor & News Anchor

Real-world, hands-on experienceu FM90Work as a disc jockey on Amarillo College’s 100,000-watt radio station, 89.9 FM. In addition to being an on-air personality, you have the opportunity to work as the Music Director or Public Service Announcement Director for FM90 or Webmaster for www.kacvfm.org.

u The RangerParticipate in the publication of the student-produced newspaper, The Ranger. Work on the broadsheet gives you the opportunity to develop skills in reporting, writing, print design, photography and leadership. Earn pay as the Editor, Page Editor, Photographer, Artist, Advertising Manager or Webmaster for www.ac-ranger.com.

u AC CurrentSharpen your skills on the publication of the student-produced magazine, AC Current. Produced and distributed once each semester, you may gain employment as the Editor, Assistant Editor, Advertising Manager, Artist or Photography Editor.

u MediapaloozaDevelop your ability to work as a team player in real-life situations through participation in media convergence projects. In addition to contributing content to the Mediapalooza Web site, you may earn pay as Webmaster for mediapalooza.actx.edu.

u KACV-TVEarn valuable TV production experience and scholarship awards working for the college-licensed Public Broadcast System station located on the Washington Street Campus.

u Professional media partnersConnect with media professionals on unique assignments, earning credibility while building your resume.

Put your degree to worku Radio Disc Jockeyu Television News Anchoru Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator u Magazine Editoru Multimedia Designeru Videographeru Film Editoru Television Reporteru Documentary Produceru Multimedia Designeru News Directoru Advertising Account Executiveu Newspaper Reporteru Photojournalistu Marketing Analystu Produceru Desktop Publisheru Communications Directoru Writeru Online Produceru Creative Services Coordinatoru Multimedia Reporteru Public Relations Directoru and more . . .

Job opportunities available are reflective of degree earned and experience acquired.

Mass Comm major Lynsie Johnson works as an associate producer for KVII-TV Channel 7 while earning her degree. Faculty link students to the many part-time job opportunities in the local media market.

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P.O. Box 447Amarillo, Texas 79178

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