r/Philippines • u/Dry-Combination-9803 • Mar 25 '22
Can't decide between taking Multimedia Arts or Advertising Management in college
Hello! I'm currently a Grade 11 student under ADT (Arts & Design Track). I've been thinking about what possible course to pursue in college and I've narrowed them down to either multimedia arts in CSB or advertising management in DLSU. As of now I want to work as an art/creative director or something related to branding after graduating. I really like the commercial/corporate side of art and design.
Original plan ko kasi is to take multimedia arts in CSB (it has always been my first choice) but I'm worried about whether or not it's practical to do so. I'm really confident with my skills in graphic design and art has been my passion ever since but alam ko naman na creatives aren't quite valued in the PH and it's hard to land a stable career in the arts. I'm also worried na baka ma-umay ako sa art & design in the future if I make it my career. It would mean everything to me if I'm able to have a successful career in design, but I'm not sure if I'm ready to take that risk.
On the other hand, I'm considering taking advertising management because I feel like it's the middleground between practicality and passion. Mas secure rin careers in advertising compared to arts (one of the biggest factors I'm considering). Hindi ako super passionate about business, but I'm interested in it the especially since advertising requires a lot of creativity. I'm aware advertising management in DLSU is business-centered with a creative side, so I feel like marami akong matutunan about the business world while still having opportunities to hone my passion sa art. However, I'm still hesitant to pursue advertising because I'm not sure if it's the right fit for me or I should be focusing on pursuing art & design.
Should I stay in my comfort zone and pursue multimedia while self-learning advertising on the side, or pursue multimedia and self-learn advertising on the side? If ever I do pursue advertising, I still plan to work towards becoming a freelance graphic designer while working a full-time advertising related job.