Radio and TV Production and Broadcasting

The Mass Communications Department offers programs for students who intend to that cover the basic fundamentals involved in the daily operations of major electronic media, production facilities or media specialists in either the field of radio/audio or television/video. The curriculum is essentially non-technical in nature centering on the operation of equipment and facilities rather than repair or maintenance. Specialized areas of study such as programming, production, announcing, script, commercial and news writing are taught. Subjects specific to individual fields such as radio format design or video directing are covered as well. In addition, all students participate in four semesters of laboratory class work in their field.

• Radio/audio students work as staff announcers and student managers at WJSR-FM radio.
• Television/video students participate in producing student projects in the Jefferson State television studio.

Jefferson State is the only college in Birmingham to offer students these facilities to balance theoretical classroom education with practical laboratory experience in modern digital based studios, for a complete education.

For more information or to arrange a tour call direct: (205) 856-6095

Mass Communication Department
Jefferson State Community College
2601 Carson Road
Birmingham, AL 35215