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Academic ProgramsAbout This Program
Denver is the 18th largest television market in the U.S., providing thousands of jobs and ample opportunity for growth. And while the journalism industry is constantly evolving to adapt to the way the news is distributed, the demand for multi-skilled journalists has remained consistently high for years. As a multi-faceted industry that requires technical know-how and the ability to be comfortable and confident in front of a rolling camera, broadcast journalism is no exception to this rule. If you’re passionate about telling stories and aspire to distribute visual news, MSU Denver can show you the way.
What Makes us Special
The Broadcast Journalism Major, B.A. prepares students for reporting, producing, and delivering news and news programs via radio, television and video. Instruction focuses on the methods and techniques for reporting the news, including the principles of broadcast technology, broadcast reporting, on- and off-camera and microphone procedures, editing, media law, and professional standards and ethics.
A good broadcast journalist makes their job look easy, but every anchor and field reporter will tell you that their job was very difficult to obtain. Through our curriculum, internships and hands-on experience, we’ll mold you into the best broadcast journalism professional required by the industry’s standards. Whether you dream of being in front of the lens, behind the camera or in the production booth, the path to your dream job in broadcasting begins at MSU Denver.
Benefits of Earning Your Degree at MSU Denver
Auraria Campus is located in the heart of downtown Denver, nearby every major broadcast station in the city where you might land internships and permanent employment.
Prolific internships that lead to fulfilling careers
The Department of Journalism and Media Production offers its students prolific internship opportunities. Journalism and Media Production majors are highly skilled and have gained real-world experience at several media outlets, nonprofit organizations and businesses throughout Colorado; including: Fox 31 News, Rocky Mountain PBS, High Noon Entertainment, Denver Post TV, Altitude Sports and Entertainment, Mainstream Films, LLC and Univision.
Access to the latest technology and state-of-the-art facilities
The Department of Journalism and Media Production offers its students the opportunity to get their hands on the best audio and visual equipment available, and to learn the latest software broadcast professionals are using today.
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Follow the semester-by-semester steps outlined in the CLAS Student Success Roadmap to ensure your success at MSU Denver.
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With a degree in Broadcast Journalism from MSU Denver, you’ll have the required skills to enter the job market as soon as you’ve graduated. The average entry-level salary for broadcasters is $46,500.
Career Opportunities in Broadcast Journalism
- Audio/Visual Engineer
- News Producer
- News Reporter
- Production Producer
- Videographer
- Video Editor
Featured Faculty
John Hammond
John Hammond spent much of his professional life in broadcast television at KMGH-TV, Denver’s ABC affiliate. He is also an experienced educational and interactive multimedia trainer. He has served as a social media consultant for the Metropolitan Denver YMCA, and has been a featured audio visual software trainer and presenter for Apple Computer’s MacWorld, the DVD Association, and the Colorado Film and Video Association. In addition, he has authored numerous commercial DVD titles for a variety of professional clients, including Garmin, Time-Warner Cable, the Colorado Film Foundation, Rocky Mountain PBS, Jeppesen, and the US Forest Service. Furthermore, Jeff is an avid road and track cyclist, and is a USA Cycling licensed official.
Alfredo Sanchez
Alfredo Sanchez is a multiple time Emmy-winner journalist. In his more than 20 years experience in the media industry, Alfredo has produced thousands of news, sports, and entertainment content hours of high quality television. He also has years of experience as a manager. He has coached broadcasters, taught journalism in Texas and Colorado, and currently oversees the Broadcast Journalism courses at MSU Denver. In his limited spare time, Alfredo is often found running on the track, where he is a 100- and 200-meter specialist.
Alumni at Work
MSU Denver graduates who have earned a degree in Broadcast Journalism are working at several news stations throughout the city, such as:
- 9News
- CBS 4
- Denver 7
- Fox 31
- Rocky Mountain PBS
- Univision
Why Choose MSU Denver
Hispanic Serving Institution
MSU Denver has 36.7% Hispanic/Latinx students which the highest number of Hispanic/Latinx students among institutions of higher education in the state of Colorado.
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
MSU Denver is dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion and has been named one of the Top Colleges for Diversity by Insight Into Diversity for 10 consecutive years.
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Transfer Student Leader
50% of MSU Denver students are transfers. As the top transfer destination for Coloradans, our students make an immediate impact on our workforce and community.
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Email Jane Made for General QuestionsCampus Location
Central Classroom, Suite 119
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 173362
Campus Box 35
Denver, CO 80217-3362
Virtual Office Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
In-Person Office Hours
By Appointment
Phone
(303) 615-1717