News Reporter

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Ideal for those passionate about storytelling and current events.
Shape public opinion by delivering impactful news stories.
Experience the thrill of live reporting and uncovering the truth.

💰 Earn $59K-$134K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 24–48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 -2.7% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

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.

Write commentaries, columns, or scripts, using computers.
Coordinate and serve as an anchor on news broadcast programs.
Examine news items of local, national, and international significance to determine topics to address, or obtain assignments from editorial staff members.
Analyze and interpret news and information received from various sources to broadcast the information.
Receive assignments or evaluate leads or tips to develop story ideas.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Shaky (Decreasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

2 to 4 years

Job Openings

4,500 Annually

Median Earnings

$90,770 in California

$57,500 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Influencing or leading others
Thinking and problem solving

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Writing
Monitoring
Operations Monitoring

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Receiving recognition

Deep Dive

News Reporter

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years