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9780816070442

Communications, the Arts, and Computers

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  • ISBN13:

    9780816070442

  • ISBN10:

    081607044X

  • Edition: 1st
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2008-09-01
  • Publisher: Facts on File
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Summary

Describes jobs available to high school graduates in communications, the arts, and computers.

Author Biography

Fred C. Pampel is currently a professor of sociology at the University of Colorado, Boulder.

Table of Contents

How to Use This Bookp. vii
Introductionp. ix
Grip, Stagehand, Set-Up Workerp. 1
TV/Film Camera Operatorp. 9
Phone/Cable Installerp. 18
Photographer's Assistantp. 26
Singer, Dancer, Performerp. 36
Model, Product Demonstratorp. 45
AutoCAD Technician, Graphic Production Technician, Digital Imaging Technicianp. 54
Computer Help-Desk Specialistp. 62
Webpage Designerp. 71
Computer Network Technicianp. 79
Handicraftspersonp. 88
Putting Your Best Foot Forwardp. 97
Indexp. 109
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Excerpts

A career in the field of communications, the arts, or computers can be satisfying for those with technical abilities or an artistic flair. Over time and with dedication, on-the-job training can prepare workers for many of these positions, opening up many additional opportunities. Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Communications, the Arts, and Computers covers 11 jobs in these exciting industries.
Career profiles include:
AutoCAD technician
Computer help-desk specialist
Computer network technician
Grip, stagehand, set-up worker
Model, product demonstrator
Phone/cable installer
Photographer's assistant
Singer, dancer, performer
Stagehand
TV/film camera operator
Webpage designer
and more.

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