Radio Arts and Entertainment

Program Overview

The BCIT Radio Arts and Entertainment diploma program is designed to equip students with essential skills in performance, production, and storytelling. This program prepares students to create engaging content across various platforms, including on-air hosting, podcast production, and social media management. With a focus on dynamic storytelling and high-quality production techniques, students will gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment. The program emphasizes the importance of authentic and compelling narratives, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to thrive in the ever-evolving media landscape.

Program Structure

The Radio Arts and Entertainment diploma program is a two-year full-time program that runs from September to May each year. Here are some key details about the program structure:

• Program Length: 2 years
• Credits: 110 total credits
• Delivery: In-person classes at the Burnaby campus
• Practicum: Includes a five-week practicum with industry-related companies
• Additional Options: Opportunities to explore Broadcast and Online Journalism, Television and Video Production

Students will engage in various roles throughout the program, including performing, writing, publishing, shooting, recording, and editing. The program is designed to adapt to changing industry conditions, ensuring students receive relevant training that meets current demands.

Featured Experiences

• Hands-on experience with simulation labs that provide a creative learning environment.
• Practicum experiences in diverse media settings, businesses, and community organizations.
• Opportunities to produce content for multiple platforms, including social media, podcasts, and radio.
• Collaboration with industry professionals to gain insights and skills relevant to the media landscape.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources to enhance learning and production quality.

Career Options

Graduates of the BCIT Radio Arts and Entertainment diploma program can pursue a variety of career paths in the media industry. Here are some potential job options:

• News/Sports/Entertainment Anchor: Present news and entertainment stories on television or radio, engaging audiences with compelling narratives.
• On-Air Music/Talk Host: Host radio shows, engaging listeners through discussions, interviews, and music programming.
• Audio/Video Producer: Oversee the production of audio and video content, ensuring high-quality output for various media platforms.
• Social Media Coordinator: Manage social media accounts, creating content and strategies to engage audiences and promote brand awareness.
• Podcast Host/Producer: Create and produce podcasts, developing engaging content that resonates with listeners.

These roles highlight the diverse opportunities available to graduates, allowing them to leverage their skills in performance, production, and storytelling across multiple media platforms.

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