A few questions for those in Radio or looking at getting in radio

[entertaining]

I'm going to go back to school. And I'd like to find a place that won't cost more than 15-20k and will work around my schedule. I'd like to make sure that I can get this done quickly. And I would really like to learn from some of the industry professionals. I don't want to sit behind a desk. Any ideas where to start looking?

 

[magpie]

Connecticut School of Broadcasting, now known as CSB School of Broadcasting. Locations up and down the east coast.

Yes, yes, I hear the laughing and scoffing....but I went there and I'm in radio now.

 

[Mark Giardina]

I'm going to go back to school. And I'd like to find a place that won't cost more than 15-20k and will work around my schedule. I'd like to make sure that I can get this done quickly. And I would really like to learn from some of the industry professionals. I don't want to sit behind a desk. Any ideas where to start looking?

Volunteer at your local NPR affiliate. Show the management that you are willing to work hard and learn how to multi-task. See if you can fill-in on some weekend airshift. That's a great way to get your foot in the door.

 

[Mike Sheridan]

You could also get an internship at a commercial station. They will most likely use you first in the promotion department setting up promotions and remotes outside the station. If you do a good job, they might give you a quick training session and turn you loose on the air. It's just that simple these days. The computer does most of the work.

You too can have a great career making $8 an hour, if that's what you really want. People years ago tried to talk me out of getting into radio, but I didn't listen. Things have gotten much worse since those days. Sitting at a desk might be a lot more exciting and creative.

Sorry!

Mike

 

[kd8hho]

Sitting at a desk might be a lot more exciting and creative.

Sorry!

Mike

and thats the sad truth now to.