Alumni Stories
Ethan Multimedia Sports Producer
Gonzaga Broadcast and Electronic Media graduate Ethan shares his journey to becoming a Multimedia Sports Producer at Fox 13, Seattle.
Tell Stories That Matter—On Air, Online, and Beyond
The Broadcast Journalism minor prepares students to thrive in the fast-paced digital media world while rooted in the legacy media tradition of television and radio. With a focus on ethical storytelling and technical excellence, this program empowers students to create media that informs, inspires, and uplifts communities.
Real-World Media Production
Students in the program gain hands-on experience by producing live shows that stream online and posting video productions to the GUTV YouTube Channel.
In the minor, students take on every role in the broadcasting process, including:
- On-camera anchoring and hosting
- Directing and camera operation
- Audio mixing, recording, and editing
- Field reporting and non-linear video editing
- Live show producing and storytelling
Community-Connected Internships
Through partnerships with Spokane-area television and radio stations, students intern alongside media professionals in fast-paced newsroom environments. These internships provide valuable industry experience and help students develop strong portfolios and build professional networks. Common internships include:
- KHQ-TV
- KREM-TV
- KXLY-TV
University credits are available for internships.
A Minor That Makes a Major Impact
As a minor, Broadcast Journalism complements many majors by adding depth to your education and opens doors to careers in news, production, and multimedia storytelling. Students graduate with the skills, confidence, and ethical grounding to make a difference through media.
Careers in Broadcasting
Gonzaga alumni studying Broadcast Journalism have gone on to work for such companies as:
- CBS News
- Entertainment Tonight
- ESPN
- The Phoenix Suns