News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
What is a News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists?
News analysts, reporters, and journalists are professionals who gather, investigate, and disseminate information to the public through various media channels, including newspapers, radio, television, and online platforms. Their primary role is to inform people about current events, trends, and issues that impact society, while also providing context and analysis to help audiences understand the significance of the news. They often conduct interviews, research stories, and fact-check information to ensure accuracy and credibility. In addition to reporting on breaking news, they may also cover specialized topics such as politics, economics, health, and culture. The work of news analysts and journalists is crucial in promoting transparency, accountability, and a well-informed public, as they strive to uphold journalistic ethics and the principles of objectivity and fairness in their reporting.
Tasks
- 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.
Technology Skills
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Video creation and editing software
- Adobe After Effects
- Apple Final Cut Pro
- Grass Valley EDIUS
- YouTube
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Data base user interface and query software
- FileMaker Pro
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Statistics databases
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Web page creation and editing software
- Social media sites
- Web content management system CMS software
- WordPress
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Analytical or scientific software
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- Nielsen Arianna
- Nielsen Marketbreaks
- Statistical analysis software
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Desktop publishing software
- Adobe InDesign
- Microsoft Publisher
- QuarkXPress
Tools Used
- Digital camcorders or video cameras
- Satellite core equipment
- Mobile phones
- Notebook computers
- Digital cameras
Knowledge
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
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Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
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Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
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Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Skills
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Social Perceptiveness
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Abilities
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Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Speech Clarity
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
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Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
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Speech Recognition
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Work Activities
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Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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Communicating with People Outside the Organization
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Detailed Work Activities
- Report news to the public.
- Coordinate reporting or editing activities.
- Write informational material.
- Analyze information obtained from news sources.
- Determine presentation subjects or content.
Work Interests
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Artistic
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
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Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
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Enterprising
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$31550.0 - $160360.0
New job opportunities are less likely in the future. : Below Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.