Communication Arts Cluster
This career cluster offers two different avenues of concentration. Careers in the Performing Arts, or certain aspects of Journalism, Broadcasting and Film require creative talents. Careers in Audio-Video Communications Technology, Telecommunications or Printing Technology require strong backgrounds in computer and electronic-based technology and solid foundation in math and science. Communicating effectively in both oral and written form is essential for all careers in the cluster. In addition, the creative aspects of this cluster are rapidly merging with the technological offering exciting and challenging careers.
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Typical High School Classes
- Introduction to Media
- Digital Design
- Media Production
Career & Technical Student Organizations
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H3 Occupations & Average Entry Wage
Graphic Designers – $29,299
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers – $31,737
Audio and Video Equipment Technicians – $29,343
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers – $37,378
Writers and Authors – $29,070
Technical Writers – $41,145
Art Directors – $43,920
Producers and Directors – $27,823
Music Directors and Composers – $38,047
Find more H3 jobs at: h3.ne.gov
*This H3 list based on projected highest number of openings in Nebraska through 2024. Source: Nebraska Department of Labor, Office of Labor Market Information
Education Pathways to begin your career
| Pathway | Certificate | Diploma | Associate’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Military |
| AUDIO RECORDING TECHNOLOGY | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| AVID PRO TOOLS MUSIC PRODUCTION | ✔ | ||||
| BROADCAST PRODUCTION | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| BROADCASTING – RADIO AND TV | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| BUSINESS, MARKETING, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TEACHER | ✔ | ||||
| COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS INSTALLATION AND REPAIR TECHNOLOGY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| DIGITAL CINEMA AND MEDIA | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| GAME AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA DESIGN | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| GRAPHIC DESIGN | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| JOURNALISM | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| MEDIA ARTS | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| MEDIA PRODUCTION | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| PHOTOGRAPHY | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| RECORDING STUDIO PRODUCTION | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| SPORTS COMMUNICATION | ✔ | ||||
| VIDEO PRODUCTION | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| VISUAL COMMUNICATION / DESIGN | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check out all education and training options. Entry into these careers may begin with:
- Apprenticeships
- On-the-job training
- Attaining stackable credentials
- Entry-level employment