This Kuder career cluster offers two different avenues of concentration. Careers in the performing arts, visual arts or certain aspects of journalism, broadcasting and film require courses and activities that challenge students' creative talents. Careers in audio-video communications technology, telecommunications or printing technology require strong backgrounds in computer and electronic-based technology and a solid foundation in math and science.
All pathways in this field require effective communication skills in both written and oral forms. The creative aspects of this cluster are becoming more technologically sophisticated, making this career field more challenging.
Working in this cluster would appeal to students who are strongly drawn to performing, who tend to see the world in terms of color and design, who enjoy expressing themselves through drawing and writing, who are fascinated by the artistic and technical results that can be achieved through computers, who feel strongly about affecting opinions through newspapers, radio or television, or who think entertainment is simply the business of the future.
Almost all of the careers in this cluster would require higher education. This could include special schools for technical skills, private lessons in acting or singing or attaining an associate's or bachelor's degree.
High-school courses would focus on art, music, writing, media, communications, design and computer technologies.
This cluster is broken into six pathways.
Students who want to pursue careers in this cluster should investigate the following Cincinnati Public Schools:
Designed for students interested in journalism, this active hands-on program leads to careers in newspapers and magazines, radio and television broadcasting, and advertising.
It teaches skills in desktop publishing, public speaking, advertising, sales and writing. Students are introduced to communications through classes in journalism, media, computer technology, issue-oriented reporting, feature writing, editorial/critical review writing and brochure design.
Students gain hands-on experience in advertising, web page design, page layout, interviewing and other news-gathering strategies. Students will have opportunities to design and report for the Hughes Tower newspaper and senior memory book. They will also learn skills in photography and film development, as well as have internship opportunities at local media companies.
SCPA is designed to develop the artistic and academic talent in each student.
A team of accomplished arts and academic teachers, with a passion for teaching the arts, works together to provide challenging, college-preparatory curriculum that integrates the arts and academics. Students who attend SCPA will have opportunities to study in creative writing, dance, drama, instrumental music, technical theater, visual arts and vocal music.
Students will have opportunities to showcase their talents in performances and exhibitions throughout the year.
A successful live audition is required for entrance into SCPA.