Occupation
Journalist
Journalists find, check, and write stories for newspapers, magazines, websites, and wire services. Much of the work is unglamorous: building contacts, reading documents, chasing responses, and making sure every claim can be stood up before publication.
Also known as: Reporter · Correspondent · News writer
Occupation content
Part of Arts, design, media and communications
What the work involves
- Develop contacts and monitor sources for potential stories
- Research records, data, and background before approaching an interview
- Interview people on and off the record and take accurate notes
- Write and file copy to a house style and a deadline
- Work with editors on cuts, headlines, and legal or ethical questions
- Follow up published stories and correct the record when needed
How people commonly enter
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, politics, or a related subject
- Postgraduate or accredited journalism qualification
- College diploma in journalism or media
- Trainee reporter or editorial assistant role with on-the-job training
Typical training: Bachelor's degree
Licensing: Not typically licensed
Typical work context
Fast paced · Varied work · Public facing · Remote capable · Involves travel
Related interests
Artistic (creative) · Investigative (analytical) · Enterprising (leading)
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Skills to practise
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Official sources
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- US Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Outlook Handbook: News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists · United States
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- O*NET OnLine - News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists (27-3023.00) · International
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- UK National Careers Service - Explore careers job-profile index · United Kingdom
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