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Reporters and Correspondents

Also known as: Anchor, Art Critic, Blogger, Book Critic, Book Reviewer, Broadcast Journalist, Bureau Chief, Business Reporter, Business Writer, Columnist

Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation. Report and write stories for newspaper, news magazine, radio, or television.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Post-Secondary Certificate5%
Associate's Degree5%
Bachelor's Degree82%
Doctoral/Professional Degree5%
Level 105%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

3-6 months5%
6 months - 1 year18%
1-2 years32%
2-4 years27%
4-6 years14%
Over 10 years5%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None9%
Up to 1 month45%
1-3 months18%
3-6 months14%
6 months - 1 year9%
1-2 years5%

How AI Impacts Each Task

27 tasks analyzed

Receive assignments or evaluate leads or tips to develop story ideas.

Research a story's background information to provide complete and accurate information.

Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about a story.

Establish and maintain relationships with individuals who are credible sources of information.

Report news stories for publication or broadcast, describing the background and details of events.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

DependabilityIntegrityAttention to DetailStress ToleranceInitiativeAchievement/EffortPersistenceAnalytical ThinkingAdaptability/FlexibilitySelf ControlCooperationIndependence
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