YSU Advertising Degree, Major and Program Information

A program that focuses on the creation, execution, transmission, and evaluation of commercial messages in various media intended to promote and sell products, services, and brands; and that prepares individuals to function as advertising assistants, technicians, and managers. Includes instruction in advertising theory, marketing strategy, advertising design and production methods, campaign methods and techniques, media management, related principles of business management, and applicable technical and equipment skills. Find colleges offering advertising degree.

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Advertising and Promotions Managers
Job Description
Plan and direct advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or give-aways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis. Read more about advertising managers in our career profile section.
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 44,600
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 43,900
- Percent Job Growth: -0.8%
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary
Job Description
Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Read more about postsecomdary communications teachers in our career profile section.
Advertising Sales Agents
Job Description
Sell or solicit advertising, including graphic art, advertising space in publications, custom made signs, or TV and radio advertising time. May obtain leases for outdoor advertising sites or persuade retailer to use sales promotion display items. Read more about advertising sales agents in our career profile section.
Salary and Wages
Youngstown-Warren-Boardman, OH-PA
- Total Employment: 150
- Average Annual Salary: $42,730
- Average Hourly Rate: $20.54
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 166,800
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 178,900
- Percent Job Growth: 12.10%