What can I do with a Major in Advertising?
Develop and strengthen art skills. This is the creative side of advertising. Compile a portfolio of writing, graphics and ideas. Gain knowledge of production and printing. Work with college or regional magazines and campus publications. Take technical writing courses for technical areas of interest. Learn how to sell your ideas. Get experience in the field, even if unpaid.
Secure internships. Get practical experience through part-time or summer positions. Develop creativity and learn to take initiative. Join campus or local newspaper or radio advertising staff. Create a portfolio.
A Master’s or Ph.D. may be required for advanced statistical analysis. Need experience with statistics, data interpretation, and writing. Complete a co-op program or internship at a market research firm. It is critical to be computer literate and somewhat mathematically adept since research tends to involve “number crunching.”
Get practical experience, even if unpaid. Perfect public speaking ability. Demonstrate enthusiasm, interpersonal skills, persuasion, teamwork, integrity, good judgment, and intelligence. Develop creativity and initiative. Secure internships, even if unpaid
Prepared by the Career Planning staff of Career Services at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. (2005) UTK is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA /ADEA Employer