1. Careers in Audio Video Production
September 18, 2017

2. How a Program Is Canceled
Audience shrinks so ratings go down
Advertising rates go down
Network/station can no longer earn enough money to pay for station overhead and program costs
Program is replaced by another program that earns more revenue

3. Careers Competition is expected for many jobs General requirements
Particularly in large metropolitan areas
Large number of job seekers attracted to this industry
General requirements
College degree in broadcasting, journalism, or related field
Relevant work experience, such as college radio and television stations or professional internships
*As reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

4. Careers Technology in broadcasting is changing rapidly
Workers must continually update skills and be knowledgeable with computer applications
Smaller markets and stations are more willing to hire workers with less job experience
Large stations usually hire people with more experience
*As reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

5. The vast majority of jobs available in television production are in non-broadcast television

6. Careers
Very few people begin their careers in the entertainment, major market news broadcast, or cable television arenas.
Most begin in non-broadcast television, perfect their knowledge and skills, and eventually move into the broadcast arena.
Non-broadcast television has many more jobs available than broadcast or cable television, and the jobs are more secure than those in the entertainment industry.
The television industry is extremely competitive. To be successful, you must work your way up from the bottom, through the ranks, and prove your worth the whole way