I like the sound of doing media, but would it restrict me to journalism? Would I even be able to get a job in that? Is media one of those subjects that employers laugh at? Thanks!

hehe noo,
media controls the world, my mom is a journalist and believe me she knows how to make people angry or happy,

the problem in the world is the powerful propaganda, so be careful and think about every step you make, made or about to make

Go for it!

American studies is what makes us laugh in the UK