Mass Communications

Explore how news content is delivered through a variety of mediums, the social and cultural impact of the media, and its role in shaping public perception.

Understand the process of transmitting information to a large amount of people through mass media. This can be in the form of newspapers, radio, television, websites, film, and any technology that is an outlet to get information to the public.

Students can gain hands-on experience through working in our:

  • TV studio
  • Radio station
  • Campus newspaper

Contact Us


Chad Mark Glen
Radio Faculty
Building 400, room 403L
cglen@chabotcollege.edu
510.723.6609

Tom Lothian
Journalism Faculty
IOB/403Q, Spectator/2325, TV/124
tlothian@chabotcollege.edu
510.400.7968

Sujoy Sarkar
Staff
Building 100, room 124A
ssarkar@chabotcollege.edu
510.723.7685

 

POTENTIAL CAREERS

Mass Communications

  • Producers and Directors – Oversee the creative and technical production of media projects.
  • Advertising and Promotions Managers – Plan campaigns to promote products or services.
  • Media Programming Directors – Choose and schedule content for media platforms.
  • Writers and Authors – Create written content for various audiences and formats.
  • Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists – Analyze consumer data to guide marketing decisions.
  • Editors – Revise and finalize content for clarity and accuracy.
  • Advertising Sales Agents – Sell advertising space and build client relationships.
  • Public Relations Managers – Manage an organization’s public image and communications.
  • News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists – Research and report news stories.
  • Public Relations Specialists – Communicate information to maintain a positive public image.
  • Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes – Handle contracts and career opportunities for clients.
  • Marketing Managers – Lead and oversee marketing strategies.
  • Media Performers/Talent – Perform or present content for media audiences.

 

PROGRAMS

Programs Associate
Degree
Transfer
Degree
Certificate Noncredit
Journalism
Mass Communications
Radio and Television Broadcasting

 

Radio Broadcasting

Radio Broadcasting

Build skills in music, production, promotions, news, sports, web design, programming, underwriting/sales,  traffic and public service.

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Journalism

Journalism

Take on leadership and editorial positions to prepare for the decision making roles in the media industry.

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Television Productions & Broadcast Journalism

Television Production

Gain access to a state of the art High Definition television studio located on the Chabot campus.

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