Sports Media, B.A.
College of Information and Communications
Become a specialist in the creation and production of sports media content, one of the fastest growing fields within mass communications.
Combine interests in sports and communications as you become familiar with the many roles that fall into the sports media category. Gain the theoretical and technical skills required for the production, editing and presentation of visual, print or other media content.
Program Highlights
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Live Your Passion
Learn principles and train for specialization in the production of sports media content.
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Develop a Voice
Find and prepare for your niche in this fast-growing sector of mass communications.
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Extensive Network
Join many CIC alumni who are working professionals in sports media.
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Experienced Faculty
Learn from digital media and journalism pros who have been part of everything from the Super Bowl and Stanley Cup to the Associated Press.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Content Creation
Generating ideas for and producing content to meet strategic goals and reach targeted audiences
Writing
Creating professional written content for inclusion in scholarly journal articles, books and reports
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Interpersonal Skills
Communicating and interacting effectively in a variety of social and professional situations
Video Production
Planning, shooting and editing video content to convey a message or tell a story effectively
Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Sports Broadcast Announcer
- Television Technical Director
- Sports Photographer
- Team-Based Communications Specialist
- Sports Journalist
- Commentary/Analyst
Workplace Settings
- Professional Sports Teams
- Broadcast Networks
- Sports Magazines
- Local Television Stations
- Athletic Associations