Absolute Communication: Real Clients. Real Work. Real Impact.

Absolute Communication is the University of Utah Department of Communication’s signature capstone course, operating as a full-service, student-run advertising and public relations agency. Designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional experience, this course gives upper-division strategic communication students the opportunity to work with real-world clients, produce high-impact campaigns, and build portfolios that open doors to exciting careers.

 

What We Do

In Absolute Communication, students become agency professionals. Over the course of the semester, teams of students collaborate to research, develop, and execute strategic advertising, public relations, and branding campaigns for real businesses and organizations. From pitching creative ideas to presenting final deliverables, students experience the complete client-agency relationship in a high-stakes, high-reward environment.

 

Our services include:

• Brand Strategy

• Advertising Campaign Development

• Social Media Marketing

• Public Relations Strategy

• Market Research and Analysis

 

Real Clients We've Worked With

Absolute Communication has partnered with a wide range of local and national organizations across various industries. Clients benefit from fresh, research-driven perspectives, while students gain invaluable hands-on experience.

Some of our clients include:

 

Want to become a client? Contact Kevin Bischoff, kevin.bischoff12@gmail.com to learn more about how we collaborate with businesses.

 

Pathway to Internships and Careers

Many of our students turn their experience with Absolute Communication into professional success stories. The class serves as a springboard for prestigious internships and full-time roles in advertising, PR, marketing, media, and communication strategy.

Graduates of the program have landed opportunities with:

• Global marketing agencies

• Major media outlets

• Corporate communications teams

• Nonprofits and government organizations

The course not only builds skills—it builds resumes, networks, and confidence.

 

Inside the Classroom: Creativity Meets Professionalism

Absolute Communication is more than a class—it's a real agency environment led by experienced faculty advisors and driven by student passion and innovation. As featured in this story, the program fosters leadership, collaboration, and adaptability. Students take on roles ranging from account executive to creative director, gaining a 360-degree view of agency life.

“This class challenged me in ways a traditional course never could. I now feel completely prepared to enter the industry.”
— Former Absolute Communication student

Interested in Joining Absolute Communication?

If you're a Communication major looking for a dynamic capstone experience that will prepare you for the real world, Absolute Communication is the place to be. Admission is competitive and spots are limited—make sure to consult your academic advisor early and apply on time.