Sports Media and Communication, B.A.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Sports Media and Communication, B.A. go on to work in these industries among others.

Media and Communications

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title	Salary Range
Associate-Ticket and Events	$ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Sports Broadcaster	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Creative Video Producer	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Contributing Writer	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Copywriter	$ 20,000 - $ 29,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title	Salary Range
Station Manager	$ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Communications Specialist	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Social Media Specialist	$ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Program Planner	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Copywriter	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Spectator Sports

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title	Salary Range
Fan Engagement Coordinator	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Public Relations Content Creator	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Corporate Partnership Services Associate	$ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Sponsorship Sales Executive	$ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Events Manager	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title	Salary Range
Fantasy Content Provider-Golf Specific	$ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Learning and Development Manager-Baseball Operations	$ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Director Retail Strategy	$ 150,000 +
Director of Youth Basketball Development	$ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Account Executive	$ 80,000 - $ 89,000

Healthcare

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title	Salary Range
Social Media Specialist	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Patient Experience Representative	$ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Benefits Analyst	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Referral Coordinator	$ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Hospital Sales Account Executive	$ 50,000 - $ 59,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title	Salary Range
Corporate Relations Specialist	$ 120,000 - $ 129,000
Executive Director	$ 110,000 - $ 119,000
Major Gifts Officer	$ 150,000 +
Programmer Analyst	$ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Epic Security Analyst	$ 90,000 - $ 99,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in Sports Media and Communication, B.A. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

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What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

Critical thinking
Oral and written communication
Teamwork
Leadership

Digital technology
Professionalism
Career and self development
Equity and inclusion