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Sell or solicit advertising space, time, or media in publications, signage, TV, radio, or the Internet. Includes individuals who obtain leases for outdoor advertising sites or persuade retailers to use sales promotion display items.
Advertising
Certificate of Achievement
Advertising And Sales Promotion
AA Degree
Advertising Arts
AS Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
AS Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
Certificate of Achievement

Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or give-aways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.
Advertising
Certificate of Achievement
Advertising And Sales Promotion
AA Degree
Advertising Arts
AS Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
AS Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
Certificate of Achievement

Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual communications media, such as print, broadcasting, and advertising. Direct workers engaged in art work or layout design.
3D Animation And Modeling
Certificate of Achievement
3D Animation And Videogame Art
AA Degree
3D Animation And Videogame Art
Certificate of Achievement
3D Animation: Art
Certificate of Achievement
3D Animation: TV/Video Communications
Certificate of Achievement

Write advertising copy for use by publication or broadcast media to promote sale of goods and services.
Academic English Certificate
Certificate
Adult English As A Special Language - Advanced
Certificate or Training
Advertising
Certificate of Achievement
Advertising And Sales Promotion
AA Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
AS Degree

Plan, coordinate, or edit content of material for publication. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication. Includes technical editors.
Academic English Certificate
Certificate
Adult English As A Special Language - Advanced
Certificate or Training
Advertising/Public Relations
AA Degree
Applied Communication Skills
Certificate of Achievement
Applied Communications
AA Degree

Create and implement methods to market green products and services.
Advertising
Certificate of Achievement
Advertising And Sales Promotion
AA Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
AS Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
Certificate of Achievement
Advertising/Public Relations
AA Degree

Research market conditions in local, regional, or national areas, or gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or create a marketing campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution.
Advertising
Certificate of Achievement
Advertising And Sales Promotion
AA Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
AS Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
Certificate of Achievement
Asian Business Practices: Global Business Practices
Certificate of Achievement

Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services.
Apparel Design And Merchandising
Certificate of Achievement
Apparel Design And Merchandising (2 Year)
AA Degree
Asian Business Practices: Global Business Practices
Certificate of Achievement
Business Admin. for Transfer
AS Degree
Business Administration: International Business
Certificate of Achievement

Employ search marketing tactics to increase visibility and engagement with content, products, or services in Internet-enabled devices or interfaces. Examine search query behaviors on general or specialty search engines or other Internet-based content. Analyze research, data, or technology to understand user intent and measure outcomes for ongoing optimization.
Advertising
Certificate of Achievement
Advertising And Sales Promotion
AA Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
AS Degree
Advertising, Marketing, And Merchandising
Certificate of Achievement
Advertising/Public Relations
AA Degree

Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.
Academic English Certificate
Certificate
Adult English As A Special Language - Advanced
Certificate or Training
Basic Writing Success
Certificate or Training
Business Communication
Certificate of Achievement
CSIS: Scientific Progamming
AS Degree