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Entry-Level Television Careers

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December 20, 2006


The world of television is constantly expanding. Colleges are providing degrees in Mass Communications to help students jump start a television career. The question is how to get an entry-level television job. Are there many careers available for people seeking a start in the television business? Well I was wondering the same thing. I am a Mass Communications minor, so of course I am interested in the media industry.


When it comes to entering the television industry, there are a few entry-level jobs available. When searching for entry-level jobs in television, over 100 jobs come up. These jobs range from desk assistant to assistant editor. There are a limited amount of editing jobs and jobs involved with production, but there are many opportunities in sales and desk work. Many employers need assistance in their office. Their assistants get experience in the television industry and they get paid. This is a great opportunity.
Employers in the television industry are looking for enthusiastic workers. They are interested in future employees that have some experience. They are also interested in a Bachelor’s Degree. There is experience to be gained in some of the entry-level positions. The best experience is for people that get hired as an entry-level editor. They can work their way into becoming a senior editor in a few years. Once they reach senior editor they will be successful in the television industry.
The pay for entry-level personal in television ranges from $28,000 to $60,000. It is a big range in salaries, but there is are many different jobs available for entry-level television careers. Television is an expanding field, and many jobs are becoming available. Though many jobs require experience many of the entry-level jobs can offer experience and a reasonable pay. Many of the jobs will allow a person to climb to job ladder. These jobs usually offer a promotion with experience and years. Entry-level jobs in the television industry can really expand a person’s possibilities in their career’s future.

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