Program Overview

Introduction to the Broadcast Production Program

The Broadcast Production program at Washington State University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to produce, direct, and operate complex video equipment for multi-camera sports, news, musical performances, and other reality-based programs in the studio or on location.

Program Overview

The program is offered by the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication, Department of Journalism and Media Production. It is available on the Pullman campus and offers various degree types, including Bachelor's, Doctorate, Master's, and Minor.

Degree Types

• Bachelor's
• Doctorate
• Master's
• Minor

Campuses

• Pullman

Program Highlights

• Cable 8, a student-run public television station, provides hands-on experience and application of knowledge.
• The Murrow News Service offers experience in producing professional news stories and provides public-interest journalism to media partners.
• The Daily Evergreen, the student voice of WSU since 1895, is a weekly paper distributed throughout Pullman.
• KUGR, a student-run radio station, broadcasts live music, shows, and sports.
• The Religion Reporting Project is an experiential learning program that broadens understanding of how religious beliefs and practices shape the world.
• The Rural Reporting Project is an immersive learning experience connecting students with rural communities.
• The Murrow Symposium brings industry experts and speakers to campus annually, providing workshops and networking opportunities.
• Award-winning, experienced faculty and advisors guide students.
• The Murrow Center for Student Success Career Ready program offers career advising and preparation services.
• A strong alumni network provides career coaching and mentoring.

Career Opportunities

With a Broadcast Production degree, graduates can work in:

• News casting
• Television and radio production
• Station operations
• Multimedia production
• Program development
• Film production

Transfer Students

WSU accepts credit from Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and CLEP exams, associate degrees, Running Start, and more. Transfer students are considered those who have received college credit post-high school. The Transfer Course Search Tool helps determine what courses are needed to transition to WSU smoothly.

Scholarships

Completing the General Scholarship Application makes students eligible for over 700 WSU scholarship programs. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) must be filled out to be considered for scholarships, grants, loans, and other forms of aid.

Internships, Jobs, and Work-study

The WSU student job board, Handshake, offers hundreds of student-friendly jobs, internships, and work-study opportunities. The Academic Success and Career Center provides advice and more information.

Degree Options

Bachelor's

Journalism and Media Production

• Pullman

Master's

Master of Arts in Communication

• Pullman

Doctorate

Doctor of Philosophy in Communication

• Pullman

Minor

Sports Communication

• Pullman

Related Degrees & Majors

• Broadcast News
• Journalism and Media Production
• Media and Innovation
• Multimedia Journalism
• Public Relations
• Risk and Crisis Communication
• Integrated Strategic Communication