Journalist

Description

Collects and analyses facts about newsworthy events through interviews, investigations and observations, and then writes stories for publication in news media on platforms such as newspapers, radio, television, online platforms or combinations of these platforms.

Description

Research and compile news stories, write and edit news reports, commentaries and feature stories for presentation in print and electronic media, and compose written material to advertise goods and services.

Tasks include

• Investigates and gathers information about current events through research and observation
• Analyses and verifies facts to ensure accuracy and credibility of news stories
• Writes news stories for publication or broadcast in a news medium
• Monitors news sources and stays updated on current events to identify potential news stories
• Develops ideas or material for stories, columns or commentaries by analysing and interpreting news, current issues or personal experiences
• Attends press conferences, events and other gatherings to gather information and conduct interviews