Gain Experience

The Department of Communication Arts encourages students to apply the knowledge and skills they attain through coursework to professional settings. Internships and part-time jobs at television networks, nonprofit organizations, talent agencies, magazines, radio stations, advertising agencies, production companies, government agencies, and other communication-related businesses help student gain work-related experience and explore career options.
SuccessWorks is a resource that assists students in career advising, résumé and cover letter writing, networking opportunities, and interview skills.
Attend Events
Throughout the academic year, students have the opportunity to participate in several communication-focused, career-related events, such as guest speakers, career panels, and the advertising and communications career fair. These events give students the opportunity to network with industry professionals and gain a deeper understanding of different career paths applicable with a Digital Cinema Production Certificate.

Prominent Alumni in Media

Many great media creators have graced the halls of Communication Arts and UW–Madison. Some notable alumni include:
- Joey Soloway, Transparent (Amazon Prime)
- Steve Levitan, Modern Family (ABC)
- Gabe Gronli, Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS)
- Bradinn French, A Black Lady Sketch Show (Max)
- Justine Nagan, POV (PBS)
- Mary Rohlich, Atypical (Netflix)
- Adam Horowitz, Once Upon a Time (ABC)
- Lisa Heller, Vice President Documentary (HBO)
- Kelly Kahl, former President of CBS Entertainment
Communication Arts Alumni Careers at a Glance
After completing a liberal arts education with a communication arts major, communication arts alumni pursue a variety of careers. In a recent survey, communication arts alumni were asked to provide and categorize their occupation. The results are available on the Department of Communication Arts website:

L&S Career Resources
SuccessWorks at the College of Letters & Science helps students leverage the academic skills learned in their major, certificates, and liberal arts degree; explore and try out different career paths; participate in internships; prepare for the job search and/or graduate school applications; and network with professionals in the field (alumni and employers).
SuccessWorks can also assist students in career advising, résumé and cover letter writing, networking opportunities, and interview skills, as well as course offerings for undergraduates to begin their career exploration early in their undergraduate career.
- SuccessWorks
- Set up a career advising appointment
- INTER-LS 210 L&S Career Development: Taking Initiative (1 credit, targeted to first- and second-year students)—for more information, see Inter-LS 210: Career Development, Taking Initiative
- Learn how we’re transforming career preparation: L&S Career Initiative