Alabama 2008 MSA Employment Wage Estimate
Name of Program Radio and Broadcast
| Occupational Title | Entry Level | Experienced |
| Media and Communication Equip. Workers | $15.97/hr | $31.32/hr |
| Film and Video Editors | $8.08/hr | $21.00/hr |
| Camera Operators, TV, Video, and Motion Picture | $9.60/hr | $17.85/hr |
| Sound Engineering Technicians | $6.31/hr | $14.66/hr |
| Radio and TV Announcers | $7.19/hr | $18.97/hr |
| Broadcast Technicians | $8.52/hr | $18.11/hr |
Radio and TV Broadcasting
The Radio and Television Broadcasting program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the radio and television industry. The use of audio and video technology continues to evolve into almost every aspect of small and large businesses.
The program will prepare students for positions in television, radio and video and audio production houses. Students will learn the terminology and the operation of equipment used in the industry. Students will learn to use digital video cameras, professional video and audio editing software, audio mixers and recorders and broadcast style writing.
Occupational Choices
Job opportunities for students enrolled in this program are countless but competitive. Students will have the opportunity to work in radio and television, production houses and businesses with in-house video production staffs.
Average Full-Time Wage
The average full-time annual wage for non-supervisory workers in the radio and television industry is $18,844 to $57,345.*
Awards Available
Specialized Training Certificate in Radio and Television Broadcasting.
Estimated Length & Cost*
| Tuition Award | Length & Fees | Credit Hours | Books | Tools | Supplies |
| Spec. Training Certificate | 3 Terms $2,430 | 27 | $211 | $100 | 0 |
* Tax not included. Prices are subject to change without prior notice; cost of books may vary considerably among suppliers. The length of the program is based on full-time status of 12-15 credit hours per term. Enrollment in transitional level general education courses will alter the length of the program.
*Data obtained from the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2006-2007.