Finding the right job may be easier then you think.
A look into the different kinds of jobs for aspiring journalists.
Bandar Albuliwi
Issue date: 4/6/05 Section: New Major
Looking to secure a job in the field of Journalism? Not sure which field is right for you? Well that's not a problem.
Many people who are interested in the field of Journalism aren't particularly sure which journalistic job is right for them. Most journalists go months, maybe even years without knowing which particular field intrigues them the most. One of the first questions you need to ask yourself is whether you prefer broadcast or print.
Broadcast
Broadcasting is a fast-paced and dynamic industry that is continually changing. Careers in broadcasting can be exciting, unique and rewarding. As with all forms of business, broadcasters seek to recruit qualified individuals who want to learn and grow with the changes of the industry. A typical broadcast journalist in Albany, NY makes an annual salary of $28,867.
Radio Jobs
Radio Announcers are a radio station's "voice" and are often the people with whom the public identifies. This person introduces the news, weather and reads commercial copy and public service announcements. This person is also involved in the overall public presentation of the station.
Television Jobs
News Anchors are the most visible members of the news staff. These are the people that appear as the "up front" personalities on local newscasts. Ideally, the news anchor is a complete journalist, familiar with reporting, on-scene live coverage and skilled at writing, and in some cases, producing news packages.
News Reporters are the key "front-line" people in the news department. They are on-the-scene at every kind of event. Local news reporters must be excellent writers, capable of working quickly and accurately to sum up the key elements of a news story and make it understandable and relevant to the audience.
News Writers monitor news feeds, prepare news packages for voicing by anchors or reporters, research story information, book guests for live interviews on news shows and produce segments of news programs.
Sports Journalists handle the play-by-play coverage of local sporting events.
Weather Reporters handle the up-to-the-minute coverage of local weather patterns.
Print
Print journalism is a fast-paced and dynamic industry that is continually changing. Careers in print journalism can be exciting, unique and rewarding. Employers seek those who are excellent writers and who are willing to learn and grow with the changes of the industry. A typical print journalist in Albany, NY makes an annual salary of $28,867.
 Media Credit: Caroline Balkonis University of Albany students attending class. |
Many people who are interested in the field of Journalism aren't particularly sure which journalistic job is right for them. Most journalists go months, maybe even years without knowing which particular field intrigues them the most. One of the first questions you need to ask yourself is whether you prefer broadcast or print.
Broadcast
Broadcasting is a fast-paced and dynamic industry that is continually changing. Careers in broadcasting can be exciting, unique and rewarding. As with all forms of business, broadcasters seek to recruit qualified individuals who want to learn and grow with the changes of the industry. A typical broadcast journalist in Albany, NY makes an annual salary of $28,867.
Radio Jobs
Radio Announcers are a radio station's "voice" and are often the people with whom the public identifies. This person introduces the news, weather and reads commercial copy and public service announcements. This person is also involved in the overall public presentation of the station.
Television Jobs
News Anchors are the most visible members of the news staff. These are the people that appear as the "up front" personalities on local newscasts. Ideally, the news anchor is a complete journalist, familiar with reporting, on-scene live coverage and skilled at writing, and in some cases, producing news packages.
News Reporters are the key "front-line" people in the news department. They are on-the-scene at every kind of event. Local news reporters must be excellent writers, capable of working quickly and accurately to sum up the key elements of a news story and make it understandable and relevant to the audience.
News Writers monitor news feeds, prepare news packages for voicing by anchors or reporters, research story information, book guests for live interviews on news shows and produce segments of news programs.
Sports Journalists handle the play-by-play coverage of local sporting events.
Weather Reporters handle the up-to-the-minute coverage of local weather patterns.
Print journalism is a fast-paced and dynamic industry that is continually changing. Careers in print journalism can be exciting, unique and rewarding. Employers seek those who are excellent writers and who are willing to learn and grow with the changes of the industry. A typical print journalist in Albany, NY makes an annual salary of $28,867.
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