South Carolina's Advertising pathway develops creative professionals for the advertising and promotional industry. The state's growing advertising and marketing agencies create opportunities.
Students study advertising strategy, creative design, digital marketing, campaign development, and media planning. They work on advertising projects and create professional portfolios.
Graduates work as advertising coordinators, copywriters, digital marketers, or creative specialists. Employment opportunities exist with advertising agencies, marketing firms, corporate communications departments, and media companies throughout South Carolina.
Advertising at a Glance
3
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
South Carolina advertising standards cover advertising concepts, creative strategy, digital platforms, media planning, and campaign development. Standards integrate current advertising trends.
Students complete advertising campaigns, creative projects, and media analysis. State standards emphasize creative problem-solving and persuasive communication.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Advertising 1 |
| Advertising 2 |
| Digital Advertising |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - PowerPoint
- ✓Adobe Certified Professional - Photoshop
- ✓Adobe Certified Professional - Illustrator
- ✓Adobe Certified Professional - InDesign
- ✓National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
- ✓Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Certificate
- ✓Google Analytics Certification
- ✓Microsoft Office Specialist - Word
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Advertising Coordinator
Entry LevelSalary range: $85,990 - $137,060
Adjusted for cost of living: $92,284
Digital Marketing Specialist
Entry LevelSalary range: $48,600 - $98,530
Adjusted for cost of living: $52,157
Copywriter
Entry LevelSalary range: $42,820 - $75,690
Adjusted for cost of living: $45,954
Advertising Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $85,990 - $137,060
Adjusted for cost of living: $93,357
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern with advertising agencies, marketing firms, corporate communications departments, and media companies throughout South Carolina.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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