Photojournalism at Oakland Community College in Auburn Hills, MI

Communication & Journalism BACHELOR CIP 09.0404

Total Graduates

9

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

67%

6 of 9

Female Graduates

33%

3 of 9

Annual Tuition

$5,340

In-state rate

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Photojournalism.
Degree Level BACHELOR
CIP Code 09.0404
Program Family Communication & Journalism

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 9 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 67% male, 33% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$70,980

10-Year Job Growth

+4%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$56,784+4%
75%
primary100% confidence
$48,224-3.9%
75%
primary100% confidence
Photographers SOC: 27-4021
$34,016+1.8%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$53,235

Peak Salary

$88,725

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (2)

Active Listening
Critical Thinking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Your Future Work Environment

🏢

Mixed

Setting

💪

Moderate

Physical Demands

👥

Small Team

Team Size

✈️

Occasional

Travel

Work Schedule

✓ Regular Hours Flexible

Indoor/Outdoor

50% indoor

Autonomy Level

Moderate

Overtime Expectations

Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare

Customer Interaction

Moderate

Technology & Tools You'll Master

Digital Literacy Required

EXPERT

Technology Intensity

VERY_HIGH

Essential Software

Adobe After Effects Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word

Important Software

Adobe Creative Cloud software Adobe Illustrator Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint Hypertext markup language HTML Microsoft Access Adobe InDesign Facebook WordPress

Beneficial Software

Extensible markup language XML TikTok AJAX Cascading style sheets CSS JavaScript IBM SPSS Statistics Microsoft SQL Server Microsoft Outlook Intuit QuickBooks Adobe Acrobat

Digital Competencies You'll Develop

Advanced software proficiency
System architecture understanding
Automation and scripting
Emerging technology adaptation
Technical problem-solving
💡

Note: This program will equip you with expert level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Photojournalism..

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

A
Artistic
R
Realistic
C
Conventional

creative expression and innovation; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression
  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Creative
Imaginative
Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

Creative design
Artistic expression
Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management

Work Values

Active Listening
Speaking
Writing
Creativity
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy creative expression and innovation; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

2

Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?

3

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

4

Do you value active listening?

5

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Auburn Hills, MI

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $5,340
Out-of-State Tuition $5,340

Program Information

CIP Code: 09.0404
CIP Family: 09
IPEDS ID: