Creative Communications - Fact Sheet

Overview
Creative Communications is a two-year diploma program that prepares students
for the world of journalism, public relations, advertising, and media production.
With access to industry experienced instructors, media production TV studio, radio
station, and many more tools, this program gives students the skills to obtaining a
career in communications.
Students will obtain skills in creative writing, photography, layout, marketing, design,
and social media. In addition, students also have the opportunity to gain work
experience through the programs mandatory two three-week work placements.

85%

Journalism

Media Production

With an emphasis on clear and

concise writing within tight
deadlines, journalism helps
students build the essential skills
for a career in the newsroom or
any media-based career.

Learn the ins and outs of

broadcasting. From operating
behind the booth to announcing
in front of a camera, the media
production major prepares
students for careers in both
radio and television.

Advertising

Public Relations

of students are employed

95%
of students are satisfied
with education and
recommend the program

The advertising major prepares

students for a future in
advertising agencies, offices,
or small businesses. Students
can work as a copywriter, client
representative, or marketing
specialist.

The public relations major help

students learn how to affectively
communicate with various
audiences. Future careers
include working for non-profit
organizations, government, or
businesses.

How to Apply
Who should apply?
Not all programs are the perfect
fit for everyone. Everyone has
different goals. Future Creative
Communications students have
the following skills:

Submit an application

Write the test

You have the option to apply

online or via paper. Online
application is the quickest way
to apply. Online applications
require a credit card for
the application fee. Paper
applications can be submitted
to the Student Service Centre in
the Exchange District Campus.

If youve passed the application

process, the next step is to
write a test that will test your
reading comprehension, writing
skills, and general knowledge
of world events. This test is
written at a scheduled time at
the Exchange District Campus.

Strong writing
Creativity
Technical skills
Time management

Go to the interview
If youve passed the
written test and take-home
assignment, you will
be contacted for an
interview. This is the
chance for instructors to get to
know you better.
After the interview, you will be
sent a letter indicating whether
youve been accepted into the
program.

Do the assignment
After youve written your test,
youll receive a take-home
assignment package. In this
package, youll be required
to write a photo essay, two
short writing assignments, an
updated resume, and a work
portfolio.

96%

of employers are
more than satisfied
with rrc graduates

Contact us
Exchange District Campus
160 Princess St
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1K9
Hours: 6:00 am - 12:00 am
(204) 632 3960