Media and Communication studies is one of the most exciting
fields of academia. With the explosion of digital media, video and creative
ways to tell stories, there is so much to learn and experience with this
degree. Here are valuable ways to help communication students succeed in
Universities of Pakistan.
- Visit Your Professors in Office Hours:
Don’t hesitate to visit your teachers in
morning hours. Talk to them on class material, ask questions and explore career
guidelines to know your professor’s mind.
- Speak up in Class:
Communication is all about building effective
conversations and professors of media and communications love students who are
engaged and participating.
- Be Open Mind:
There are many career paths for communication students to
explore and chances are that once you change your mind about what you want to
do at least once.
- Develop Your Portfolio:
As a media student you will be given projects
that require critical thinking. The future employers would like to see your
work sample, so starting an online project will help you keep track of your
academic accomplishments.
- Join a Communication Organization and Avail Career Services Opportunities:
Joining
an organization like World Wild Fund (WWF) will enhance your communication
skills. Similarly, Career Services and Rozee.pk are useful tools which can help
you find the right direction when thinking about your post-graduate job
studies. These companies host several career fairs throughout the year and a
key to find employment is networking with professionals in your field of
study.
- Have a Positive Attitude with Communication Professionals:
Communication
professionals often work in cooperative team environment, so it is always a
good option to become comfortable in groups and take a leadership role in your
group.
- Do At least One Internship:
This is an amazing way to gain workplace
experience and help you become more professional about your goals and add
‘stars’ to your resume.
- Create an Online Presence:
Become a real professional by using LinkedIn,
start using various multiple channels to become more proactive and create a
unique tagline that reflect your career objectives and post content that is
relevant to your field. This will help display your passion for your career
pursuits.
- Start Your Venture:
Do not be scared to step out of your comfort
zone. Start a blog, write an e-book or begin a project that is significant for
you and share it with others. So make full use of your creativity and find your
mark as a communication professional.
Follow these ways to succeed and you will be able to maximize
your experience as a media and communication students.
Good Luck!
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