Why did I choose Mass Communication:
I have good communication skills. I write and speak well. I relate well with people. I am an extrovert. I took up this course to further improve my communications skills and land a job in the field of Mass Communications.
About my college education:
The start of anything is difficult. On my first week I had to adjust to the new environment. I came from a coed school that didn't have nuns. It was a more conservative learning environment. What was difficult about Mass Communications, I had to learn different theories of communications and memorize them. My thesis was difficult to do and I had to defend it to panelists.
What I found enjoyable was that I learned from teachers who also continued to work in the field of mass communications. They shared their experience with students. I also found the internship enjoyable. I went to GMA-7 and learned first hand how they did news reporting on TV. I enjoyed every second of the learning experience.
Mass Communications taught me better communication skills. I learned so much in those 4 years and developed into a much better person, and communicator.
Traits and attitude that are needed would be: openness to learning, willingness to work hard, being present during lectures, doing well in exams.
My current job:
I am a freelance writer for print and online. I write copy for companies. I also dabble into the field of fashion.
Am I using what I learned in college:
Yes, I've applied my learning from college to my jobs. I was the editor in chief of our college newspaper. I've learned how to be responsible for all the copy I produce.
How long did it take to find a job:
Two months after graduation I landed a job with a respected magazine as a writer and photographer.
Do I recommend studying Mass Communication:
Yes, I highly recommend Mass Communications if communicating with other people is already your passion. If you love what you do and you're good at it, you'll be given more opportunities and higher salary.
Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course:
Study Mass Communications to learn how to be an effective communicator. People might think it's an easy course to have in college, but it's not. There are so many things to learn. If you don't love the field of Mass Communications, opt to study instead a course that is close to your heart.
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