Journalists and Reporters

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What do Journalists and Reporters do?

Journalists and reporters research, investigate, interpret, and communicate news and public affairs through newspapers, television, radio, and other media.

How to become: Journalists and Reporters

A university degree or college diploma in journalism is usually required.

Experienced reporters and journalists may advance to editorial positions (print media) or become producers (broadcast media).

Many recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree, and almost 3 in 20 have a graduate degree.

Where to study for a career as: Journalists and Reporters

Humber Polytechnic
Toronto, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Journalism Diploma; Co-op; Advanced
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Long Island University
Brooklyn, New York, US

Related Program(s):
Journalism (BA) Bachelor
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Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Journalism Diploma
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University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Philosophy and Journalism Bachelor; Honours
English Language and Journalism Bachelor; Honours
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University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, US

Related Program(s):
Journalism (BA) Bachelor; Co-op
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University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Pre-Professional Transfer | Journalism Bachelor; University Transfer
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Modified on September 05, 2024

How much do Journalists and Reporters make?

Low:
$41,600
Average:
$66,560
High:
$94,994

Job openings for Journalists and Reporters

Job Seekers:
18,400
Job Openings:
15,700