Centennial College's Sports Journalism program is a unique graduate certificate offering that will prepare you for a career in the ever-changing world of sports media.
During your time in this Toronto sports journalism program, you'll learn the best practices for the field in a diverse and gender-inclusive environment with peers just as dedicated to and as passionate about sports.
From covering local athletes and professionals to telling the stories behind the games, players and fans, you'll develop specialized talents in:
- Sports writing (print, TV, radio, online, social media)
- Broadcast (producing, on-air performance, chase and field producing, radio hosting, updates)
- Digital (using editorial publishing tools, blogging, video, audio, Storify, etc.)
- Social media (Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, etc.)
- News journalism that meets the changing needs of sports coverage (courts, police, etc.)
- Advanced interviewing techniques
- Sports beat journalism
- Print and online imaging
- Hosting in-studio and in the field
- Newspaper and online layout
You'll also have the opportunity to participate in the program's annual trip to baseball spring training, where you'll be able to apply skills and build confidence. Meanwhile, an industry field placement in a sports media organization in Canada or around the world will complement your training.
Companies Offering Jobs
Sportsnet.ca, Sportsnet TV, TSN, TSN.ca, Toronto Sun, Toronto Star, Baseball America, CBC Sports, CBCSports.ca, Mississauga News, National Post, 680 News, ABC News New York, ESPN New York, Miami Herald, MLB.com, Tennis Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, World Fishing Network, Phoenix Coyotes, Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, Toronto Blue Jays, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Orillia Packet and Times, Barrie Examiner
Program Highlights
- As a Sports Journalism student, you'll learn to write and tell stories in an energetic, dynamic and interactive environment.
- Faculty members are experienced in sports journalism and broadcasting professionals and educators.
- You'll develop a portfolio of published sports journalism stories, photos, videos, podcasts, columns, blogs and tweets.
Career Outlook
- Journalist
- Photographer/videographer/podcast/iphoneography
- Writer in digital/print/TV/radio and social media
- Editor across multi-platforms
- Producer across multi-platforms
- Host
- Remote journalist
Areas of Employment
- Local, national and international news outlets
- Magazines
- TV
- Radio
- Online
- Multi-platform outlets

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