Resources
School of Communication Resources
- The School of Communication has three Mac labs where students can edit audio and video using iMovie, Audacity, Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, Photoshop, InDesign and Flash. They also have access to an Owl Lab, which is open Monday thru Friday from 10:00am to 10:00pm. Students in lab classes can check out audio and video equipment from the Owl Lab.
- Internships
- Rambler Productions
- Student Activities
Loyola University Chicago Resources
- LUC Career Center: The Career Center goal is to counsel, educate and empower the Loyola student and alumni community. The CDC serves all Loyola students and alumni as a source for career assessment, career education and assistance with the job search. We play an active role in facilitating contact and relations among students, alumni and employers, as well as providing students and alumni with access to job opportunities.
- Ramblerlink: RamblerLink is a web-based recruiting system designed for university career centers. Whether you are looking for a part-time job, federal work-study jobs, an internship or a full-time position after graduation, RamblerLink is your resource for hundreds of job listings. Students and alumni can browse job postings, apply for positions and sign up for interviews and events. All students will automatically be signed up for RamblerLink as soon as they begin at Loyola. Current students should use their Loyola Universal ID and password to log in.
Online Media Resources:
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The Associated Press: The essential global news network, delivering fast, unbiased news from every corner of the world to all media platforms and formats. On any given day, more than half the world’s population sees news from the AP. Founded in 1846, the AP today is one of the largest and most trusted sources of independent newsgathering.
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The Associated Press Stylebook:The online AP Stylebook takes everything you love about the Stylebook -- A-Z guide to usage, spelling and punctuation -- and adds Internet functionality to make it an even more convenient tool.
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Editor and Publisher: Editor and Publisher is the authoritative journal covering all aspects of the newspaper industry, including business, newsroom, advertising, circulation, marketing, technology, online and syndicates.
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MediaBistro: Career and Community for Media Professionals, with Freelance Marketplace, Courses and Seminars
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The Poynter Institute for Media Studies - Classes, criticism, and more.
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The Slot: a spot of copy editors; general copy editing theory, examples of bad usage, and the like
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American Association of Advertising Agencies (4As):
4As is a leader in the marketing communications industry, it is the duty of the 4A's to not just counsel members and share insights on management and agency operations, but also to work as a dynamic force with government, lobbying groups, and other trade associations. |
American Marketing Association:The American Marketing Association (AMA) is the professional association for individuals and organizations who are leading the practice, teaching and development of marketing worldwide. Through relevant information, comprehensive education and targeted networking, the AMA assists marketers in deepening their marketing expertise, elevating their careers and ultimately, achieving better results. |
Asian American Journalists Association:
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Business Marketing Association:Focusing solely on the field of business-to-business marketing, BMA provides a wide range of services, resources and opportunities to help you meet the daily challenges of sustaining business profitability and enhancing your development as a B-to-B marketing professional. BMA has partnered with other organizations to offer professional marketing certification programs to the membership. |
Chicago Filmmakers:Chicago Filmmakers is a media arts organization, providing an opportunity for artists to make films outside the mainstream marketplace, to distribute and exhibit this work, as well as to build audiences and to increase media attention for it. |
Independent Filmmaker Project:IFP Chicago is a non-profit organization, providing resources, information and avenues of communication for independent filmmakers, industry professionals and independent film enthusiasts. They encourage quality and diversity in independent production and assist filmmakers at all levels of experience in realizing their unique vision. |
International Association of Business Communicators:
IABC is the leading resource for effective communication practice. We provide products, services, activities and networking opportunities to help people and organizations achieve excellence in public relations, employee communication, marketing communication, public affairs and other forms of communication. |
National Association of Black Journalists: An organization of journalists, students and media-related professionals that provides quality programs and services to and advocates on behalf of black journalists worldwide. NABJ is committed to the following: strengthening ties among black journalists; sensitizing all media to the importance of fairness in the workplace; expanding job opportunities and recruiting activities, while providing continued professional development. |
NABET/NABET Chicago Local:The National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians–Communications Workers of America (NABET-CWA) represents more than 8,900 workers in broadcasting and related industries. Hold contracts with ABC, NBC, FOX and other networks, as well as local TV stations across the country. |
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| Career Search Databases |
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Career Builder:
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College Recruiter: The mission of CollegeRecruiter.com is to be the premiere information source for college students, graduates and recent graduates who are seeking employment, continuing education and business opportunities. CollegeRecruiter.com is now the leading job board used by students hunting for internships and recent graduates searching for entry-level jobs and other career opportunities. |
Entertainmentcareers.net:
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Job Central:
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Mandy.com: The first database of film/TV technicians and facilities on the web providing various services, job vacancy listing, casting calls, classify, and the ability to search film/TV freelance crew by town area. |
Monster/ Hot Jobs: |
ProductionHUB: |
| Links for More Research |
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Library of Congress' "Thomas" page - Includes links to many U.S. gov't agencies. More importantly, has the Congressional Record online with a search engine.Government Documents University of Michigan Libaries.Project Gutenberg - Free Public Access to eBooks by Project Gutenberg Consortia CenterProject Vote Smart - Features biographies and voting records of national politicians.The Student Journalism Center - Dedicated solely to the student journalist involved in research.The U.S. House of RepresentativesThe U.S. Senate |

