CONTACT US:
CLA Career Services
135 Johnston Hall
101 Pleasant St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
email: cclc@umn.edu
phone: 612-624-7577
fax: 612-625-4832
hours: 8 am - 4:30 pm, M-F
CLA Career Services are offered through
the Career and Community Learning Center (CCLC)
CCLC Staff
Resource Room
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What can I do with a major in...
Studies in Cinema and Media Culture?You can do a lot with this major! Cinema and Media Culture majors go on to successful careers in business, academics, government, publishing, the arts, research, and much more.
The Studies in Cinema and Media Culture major (SCMC) is housed in the department of Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature. SCMC students focus on the history, theory and cultural contexts of cinema, and its connection to other media.
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For information beyond what you find below, stop by the Career and Community Learning Center in 135 Johnston Hall. We have huge What Can I Do With a Major in.... ? binders, including one for every single major in CLA. We update these binders all the time, and in them you'll find more in-depth information than we can provide here. You can also get individual guidance exploring majors and career paths. Stop by.
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Common Career Titles for this Major
Below are sample job titles of professions related to this major. There are many other fields you might enter with this degree as well.
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- Advertising Consultant
- Animator
- Casting Assistant
- Director
- Educational Media Developer
- Film Archivist
- Film Critic
- Producer
- Professor
- Public Relations Manager
- Publicist
- Scriptwriter / Script Supervisor
- Story Editor
- Talent Agent
- Video Producer
- Writer / Editor
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Skills You Acquire with this Major
Studies in Cinema and Media Culture majors develop skills that are applicable to a wide variety of careers. These skills include:
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to analyze various forms of media
- Critical thinking
- Ability to assess and explain theory to a wide audience
- Ability to formulate clear and persuasive messages in various media
- Listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills
- Ability to understand and work well with diverse groups
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Public Service Opportunities
If you're interested in doing volunteer work related to this major, the Career and Community Learning Center can help. Advisors at our 345 Fraser Hall office can guide your search for a volunteer position that matches your interests. When you volunteer in the community, you work for a good cause and explore potential career options. Volunteering also provides you with opportunities to network, build your resume, and develop professional skills.
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