Advertising & Public Relations

Career Opportunities in Advertising and Public Relations
IC/US Career Reference Call Number: HF5828.4 .F54
Provides detailed descriptions of over 100 advertising and public relations careers. Entries include salaries, employment/advancement prospects, education and training, experience/skills/personality traits, and tips for entry into the profession.

Making It In Public Relations: An Insider's Guide to Career Opportunities
IC/US Career Reference Call Number: HM1221 .M64
Gives an overview of the public relations field, with commentary on various types of public relations work, including public affairs, entertainment, investor relations, and healthcare communications.

Online Resources

AdAge.com Career Center
Gives job listings for advertising, communications, creative services, marketing, and sales positions.

Advertising Advising Guide
A guide developed by the IUB School of Journalism for students preparing for advertising careers, with information about academic preparation, internships, and portfolios. Gives specifics for what IU has to offer for those interested in advertising.

American Advertising Federation: Job Bank
The AAF is the major professional organization for the field of advertising.  The Job Bank provides information on careers in advertising, student chapters of the organization, and job and internship opportunities.

Career Information: Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations Managers
From CollegeGrad.com, describes the nature of the field, working conditions, and training and qualifications. Also provides links to further information.

Department of Telecommunications
Information for entering Indiana University Bloomington's Telecommunications program.

Advertising/Public Relations majors may also wish to view the Business, Consulting, Liberal Arts, and Marketing web pages.

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