Need a little help here - what is 'communications'?

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In a job description, it says experience in 'communications'. Now, i'm not so sure what this means. What sector(s) constitute as 'communications'? Is it restricted to producing literary things, such as websites, pamphlets? Or more....?

the_dog_trainer_guy · Accepted Answer

The act of communicating; transmission. 

The exchange of thoughts, messages, or information, as by speech, signals, writing, or behavior. 
Interpersonal rapport. 
communications (used with a sing. or pl. verb) 
The art and technique of using words effectively to impart information or ideas. 
The field of study concerned with the transmission of information by various means, such as print or broadcasting. 
Any of various professions involved with the transmission of information, such as advertising, broadcasting, or journalism. 
Something communicated; a message. 
communications A means of communicating, especially:
A system, such as mail, telephone, or television, for sending and receiving messages. 
A network of routes for sending messages and transporting troops and supplies. 
communications The technology employed in transmitting messages. 
Biology The transfer of information from one molecule, cell, or organism to another, as by chemical or electrical signals or by behaviors. 
Anatomy 
An opening or connecting passage between two structures. 
A joining or connecting of solid fibrous structures, such as tendons and nerves.

c_schumacker · Answer

I'm not sure about the context but I think they are referring to things similar to what is covered in a typical communications degree in college.  These are people who are interested in going into broadcasting - through various media, as on-air talent and the production thereof.  

Ironic that "communications" would be left ambiguous.

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Need a little help here - what is 'communications'?

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