News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists

Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.

$60,280

Median Annual Pay

Jobs growth:

-4% projected 2024–2034

Bachelor's degree

Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

News analysts, reporters, and journalists gather, verify, and present information to keep the public informed about local, national, and international events. They spend their days researching story ideas, conducting interviews with sources, attending press conferences, and investigating leads through observation and fact-checking. In the newsroom or working remotely, they write articles, develop scripts, or prepare on-camera reports under tight deadlines, often revising their work multiple times based on editorial feedback.

Programs That Prepare You

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