Description

Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters investigate and write up stories and features for broadcasting and for newspapers, magazines, news website and other periodicals.

Tasks

• Determines subject matter and undertakes research by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, reviewing written work, attending film and stage performances etc responds to stories as they break writes articles and features and submits draft manuscripts to newspaper, magazine, new website, periodical or programme editor engage with the public and disseminate news stories, lifestyle and opinion pieces through social media builds contacts in their field to ensure a supply of news sub-edits other journalists' stories

Educational Requirements

Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification. A variety of postgraduate diplomas is available. Vocational qualifications covering various aspects of journalism are available at Levels 3 and 4.