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The Communication and the Arts Community is a space where you can gain information about various areas of creative, expressive, and communication focused professions. Are you a great active listener? Do you enjoy being artistic? Are you a strong writer? These interest areas and more will apply to various opportunities that you’ll learn about in this community. Examples of jobs you may learn about in this community include digital marketers, journalists, musicians, graphic designers, and many others. You’ll receive information of relevant campus information, event opportunities, internships, jobs, industry trends, and professional development resources.
Many students are interested in pursuing areas within communication and the arts at GVSU, but aren’t sure how to get started. Here you'll find tools to help you learn more about GVSU majors and various career pathways in communication and the arts.
Getting involved and gaining experience is a great way to explore your interests, “test out” ideas, and learn more about the world of work. Getting involved can look differently. The important thing is to get excited and try something!
Some jobs and industries may require you to go beyond a bachelor’s degree to consider graduate level programs and/or licensure. For some students, they may choose to start a graduate program immediately after undergrad, while others may choose to take a gap year to gain experience before pursuing an advanced degree.
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Many students are interested in pursuing areas within communication and the arts at GVSU, but aren’t sure how to get started. Here are some tools to help you learn more about GVSU majors and various pathways in communication and art careers.
Areas of interest might include advertising, public relations, copywriting, editing, journalism, broadcasting, social media, event planning, or client relations.
Areas of interest might include written and visual storytelling, advertising, creative design, directing, producing, interviewing, or photography/film.
This area might include storytelling, film/video, music, dance, theater, photography or creative writing.
Click on each career guide to obtain information about internship & volunteer sites, job titles, and skills relevant to these areas.
Check out department websites for course offerings and curriculum guides, additional career resources, relevant events, and more!
Many students are also interested in adding a nonprofit or business minor. Check out these advising centers for more information.
Minors and certificates can be a great way to demonstrate to employers that you have training in a specific area or skill set.
Check out what alumni are doing in communication and the arts to inform your own career journey.
I had countless amazing experiences while at GV, but I will always hold my Fiction Filmmaking I experience close to my heart. I not only was able to make a film that I was passionate about, but met people who felt the same way.
My favorite memory is attending chapter meetings every Sunday with my Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority sisters.
I absolutely loved Kleiner late night. I lived in Kistler, and my friend group would spend hours in Kleiner studying, dancing, and joking around. This really shaped my sense of belonging at GVSU.
Find more Communication & the Arts Alumni on LinkedIn!
Don't have a LinkedIn profile? Read these tips to learn more!
Getting involved and gaining experience is a great way to explore your interests, “test out” ideas, and learn more about the world of work. Getting involved can look differently. The important thing is to get excited and try something!
On-campus student organizations with a professional goal are an excellent way to explore your future career and get involved in your field. For more information on the organizations below use the GVSU LakerLink.
January 23, 2025 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman 2nd Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Mercantile Bank! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and meet potential employers?...
January 30, 2025 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman 2nd Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Green Pest Management! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and meet potential employers?...
February 10, 2025 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Are you preparing for the upcoming Winter GVSU Career and Internship Fair, but not quite sure where to start? The Career Center will be hosting a drop-in event to help you refine your resume,...
February 13, 2025 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman 2nd Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Total Quality Logistics! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and meet potential...
February 18, 2025 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The GVSU 2025 Summer Job Fair is an excellent place for your summer job or internship search and to start networking with organizations looking to connect with Grand Valley students and alumni of all...
1/2/25
Letter and Script Engraver (Banknote) Apprentice
for job 9555351
Bureau of Engraving Printing - Department of Treasury
Expires: 1/6/25
1/2/25
Financial Technician ARS - FMAD (Virtual) Spring 2025
for job 9553297
USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS)
Expires: 1/9/25
1/2/25
Managment and Program Analyst ARS DAAFM (Virtual) Spring 2025
for job 9553039
USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS)
Expires: 1/9/25
1/1/25
Business Development Associate- Entry Level
for job 9552512
Steel Peak Wealth Management
Expires: 1/7/25
12/30/24
Digital Media Coordinator
for job 9550574
City of Bozeman
Expires: 1/6/25
Check out opportunities for testing out the world of work via paid and unpaid experiences with a low time commitment.
Some jobs and industries may require you to go beyond a bachelor’s degree to consider graduate level programs and/or licensure. For some students, they may choose to start a graduate program immediately after undergrad, while others may choose to take a gap year to gain experience before pursuing an advanced degree.
Some common post-undergraduate pathways in Communication and the Arts may include:
Other common post-undergraduate pathways include:
Office Address: 200 Student Services
Phone: (616) 331-3311
Email: [email protected]
Lisa is a Career Advisor who works with students, faculty, and employers in the communications, humanities, and liberal studies programs. She also works closely with our first and second year students as they begin exploring the world of work.
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