Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing for New Media

Since there are many specific careers within the field, the requirements to become a professional writer can vary depending on the chosen specialization. In general, a writing-focused degree may be helpful. Some writers choose to pursue a bachelor’s degree in English, specializing in technical or creative writing. Others may choose a journalism or communications degree.^{(See disclaimer 4)} If you are seeking writing skills that can be applied across many different industries and mediums, earning a professional writing degree is worth considering. GCU’s professional writing program offers a variety of courses for a thorough exploration of content creation for multimedia channels.

If you love to write about a broad range of topics, or if you are still exploring your niche, then a degree in professional writing may be for you. As a professional writing new media major, you will be exposed to various writing styles, content platforms and industries to provide opportunities to hone your language skills and find your voice.

New media in journalism is any professional online communication that tells the facts of a story. Journalists write and publish their work using multimedia tools, such as videos, podcasts, blogs, online newspapers, and even social media platforms.^{(See disclaimer 1)}

Technical writing and creative writing serve two different purposes. Technical writing is written to inform in a concise, formal and logical manner. Creative writing, on the other hand, is meant to entertain and educate, mainly through emotional connection and storytelling.^{(See disclaimer 5)} New media majors will explore both forms of writing.

Professional writing skills are important for anyone who uses written communication in their career. When you have strong writing skills, you can help provide clarity and get your message across. Whether your goal as a writer is to encourage the reader to buy a product, inform an audience about current events or evoke a certain emotion, clear writing is the key to organizing your thoughts and communicating your message.^{(See disclaimer 6)}