As with any talent based career I would say practice makes perfect. I was granted an internship at Clear Channel Radio during my 3rd semester in the radio program and was hired when the semester was over. My current title is Director of Marketing Services for Clear Channel Radio. I also hold a Sunday evening on-air position on Rock 96.7 called the New Music Show. I have been promoted 3 times in 4 years and have met many of my favorite rock artists. Work hard and dedicate yourself because it will pay off. It has for me. - Kacie Marshall, MJC Alum

Radio Broadcasting

Radio students at MJC learn in an environment designed to be as close to the "real world" of professional broadcasting as possible.  The Radio Broadcasting program is designed to teach students skills in production, announcing and writing. These courses are put to work on the campus radio station. MJC Pirates' Radio is located in the Performing and Media Arts Center and operated daily by broadcasting students as a model commercial broadcast station employing FCC standards and practices. The Modesto area provides advanced students ample opportunities to internships, part-time employment and independent directed studies.

Skills Recognition Award: Radio Broadcasting

To earn a Skills Recognition Award, the student must complete the following coursework. Each course must be completed with a grade of C or better.

REQUIRED COURSES - Complete 13 units
RATV 131 [1] Introduction to Radio Production (3)
RATV 132 [2] Advanced Radio Production 1 (4)
RATV 137 [NP] Radio Programming and Broadcast Announcing (3)
RATV 138 [NP] Writing for Radio and Television (3)

ELECTIVE COURSES - Complete 4 units

Select one course from the following:
RATV 133 [3] Advanced Radio Production 2 (4)
RATV 199 A-D [3] Radio Internship (1-4)

If necessary, select one course from the following:
RATV 101 [NP] Basic Voice & Articulation (3)
RATV 134 [NP] Television Studio Production (3)
RATV 150 [NP] Introduction to Mass Communication (3)
CMPGR 287 [NP] Introduction to Multimedia (3)

Total Units for Skills Recognition Award (17)

A.A. Degree: Radio Broadcasting

To earn an Associate in Arts Degree in this major, the student must complete the requirements detailed in the Career Technical Education Pathway (p.71) or the University Preparation Pathway (p. 69) which include completion of the requirements below (Student should consult with Radio Broadcasting advisor regarding choice of Elective Units.) Students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university
should consult with a Radio Broadcasting faculty advisor to ensure that all required transfer courses are completed.

REQUIRED COURSES - Complete 13 units
RATV 131 [1] Introduction to Radio Production (3)
RATV 132 [2] Advanced Radio Production 1 (4)
RATV 137 [NP] Radio Programming and Broadcast Announcing (3)
RATV 138 [NP] Writing for Radio and Television (3)

ELECTIVE COURSES - Complete 7 units
RATV 101 [NP] Basic Voice and Articulation (3)
RATV 133 [2] Radio Production 2 (4)
RATV 150 [1] Introduction to Mass Communication (3)
THETR 120 [NP] Oral Reading and Interpretation (3)

UNITS IN A.A. Major (20)

Consult the MJC College Catalog for the latest listing of degree and skills recognition award requirements.

To learn more contact:

Arts, Humanities & Communications Division Office
Performing and Media Arts Center 205 - East Campus
435 College Ave
Modesto CA  95350

209.575.6081