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Careers
in this cluster require creative, imaginative, and innovative skills.
Careers in the communications field continue to multiply as the type of communications increase and as more and more people make use of them.Communication technology demands an understanding of multimedia systems and their role in today’s workforce.
Careers in the humanities refer to fine arts, liberal arts, philosophy, literature, history and language fields.
Careers in art and design can take many forms.They encompass performing, architecture, interior design, commercial art, sculpture, painting, photography and writing.
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Typical College Majors:
- Architecture
- Commercial Art
- Communications/Speech/Debate
- Education: Art, Drama, Music
- Fashion Designer
- Graphic Design
- Interior Designer
- Journalism
- Languages
- Library Science
- Photo/Motion Picture
- Public Relations
- Radio/TV Production
- Theater
Career Opportunities:
| High School Completed | 1 or 2 Years Postsecondary Vocational Training | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Actor Choreographer Custom Tailor Dancer Demonstrator and Promoter Engraver Floral Designer/Florist Model Motion Picture Projectionist Movie and TV Camera Operator Musician Producer/Director Professional Athlete |
Broadcast Technician
Fashion Designer Film Editor Jeweler Merchandise Displayer Newscaster Radio/TV Announcer Sound Engineering Technician Studio Technician |
Artist Audio-Visual Specialist Commercial and Industrial Designer Commercial Art Director Communications Manager Editor Graphic Designer Interior Designer Interpreter/Translator Music Director Photographer Public Relations Specialist Reporter Set Designer Technical Writer Writer |
Extra Curricular Activities:
- Band
- Cheerleading
- Newspaper/Yearbook
- Choir
- Photography Club
- Dance
- Scouting
- Debate Club
- Competitive Speech
- Drama Club
- Student Leadership/Government
- Volunteer/Work
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