This is a guide to a career in the broadcast media with advice that is supported by behind the scenes tips from those already working in this area. It answers qustions such as: how do I choose a course that will help me?; what are the jobs?; how do I get useful work experience?; what is it like to be a freelance?; what are the areas of opportunity; how do you find out about jobs that are not advertised?; which qualifications or training will help me build my career?