What Type of Major Should I Be Interested In for a Backup Plan?

College Search & Selection
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<p>I'm applying to a bunch of schools for Film Production & Cinematography, but I've been rethinking my future and although Film is my passion and I'd love to work in the field when I'm older, what would be some smart decisions for a backup? I'm looking at schools like Emerson, Purchase, RIT, BU, etc. and I'd like to know if I should minor in something, major in something, any suggestions overall?</p>

<p>I'm just mainly looking for like, an alternative, basically like what would pretty much look good for a general job or something in the communications field if Film didn't work out for me? Thanks for your help!</p>

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<p>BUMP! please help me out here, i'm freaking out</p>

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<p>Business - it goes without saying</p>

<p>Psychology - can lead to work in human resources and some other business-related fields</p>

<p>Teacher's certification - added to your theater/communications type degree</p>

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<p>Communication, marketing, business, finance...those plus your film major could perhaps get you into the business side of the movie business if filmmaking doesn't work out for you.</p>

<p>After the first couple of years out of college, though, your work history and accomplishments carry a lot more weight than your college major. Employers care more about what you've done than what you've studied once you're not an entry-level employee. And <em>many</em> people get jobs in fields unrelated to their major. Start asking the adults in your life what their college major was, vs. what they do for a living. You may be surprised.</p>

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<p>accounting -- there is always work for accountants. It could be a good entry into the movie business too -- and it IS a business..</p>

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<p>Journalism.</p>

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<p>And Hollywood accounting is among the most creative ever devised.</p>

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<p>touche, barrons :)</p>