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To be a journalist there are a number of avenues you can try. If just finishing school, the best thing you can do is start a Communication/Writing degree. Whether this be at university or TAFE - the choice is yours. Many people enter the world of journalism later on in life, after having life experience and something of interest (a hobby) to write about. They work on niche magazines or newspapers that are about their interest. But if you're wanting to work in newspapers, the best way about it is to get some work experience. Do some work for nothing. Get to know people in the industry and find a person you can call a `mentor'. That way they can teach you everything you need to know over a period of time. They're someone you can refer back to and ask advice and guidance. From here, get some of your stories published and continue chipping away. If you ask a newspaper/media business for a job and they say there's nothing going at the moment, get in touch with them once a month. Times are tough at the moment, but there are always movements and you just never know. If you see them often enough, when a position does come available, hopefully they'll think of you first...
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 12y agoRarely. Weekly papers usually don't require a degree. Writers can also get on board at a daily newspaper as a correspondent if you live on the fringes of the circulation area. Editors get to know a writer's strengths and weaknesses very well this way. I've seen a few non-degreed writers be hired as full-time reporters via this route, but it's a tough one. They have to be twice as good as the folks with a degree to earn their respect. There are many ways to get an education, but the only way to really learn how to be a reporter is to get out there and report stories. However, the cold fact is that when newspapers advertise for reporters, they require a bachelor's degree.
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∙ 11y agoyes...yes you can. Media to get into the industry of entertainment and english helps with journalism too you need to have studied english
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∙ 14y agoYes you can. You will have to inquire about the prerequisite coursework that may be required (if any).
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Do you need a degree to be a music journalist?
95
What does it take to become a journalist?
You need to get a degree and have tons and tons of note books you will have to right a lot of stuff
Can you become a journalist with a criminal justice degree?
no
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Usually journalists have degrees in communications or journalism. You can get that from any college/university that offers that degree. There are a lot out there.
The education a fashion journalist needs?
Journalism degree
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To become a journalist, it is best to obtain your bachelors degree in journalism, english or communications. All are great entryways into becoming a journalist.
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Journalist, editor, writer.
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You should probably have a fashion merchandising or journalist degree. However, if you are a good writer with a strong interest or knowledge in fashion, you will do well.
What is the future outlook for a journalist?
The outlook of a journalist is increasing because the need for news has increased.
What Harvard degree do you need to be an editor?
You do not need a Harvard degree in order to be an editor. A good general level of education is very useful and for many newspapers and magazines, a degree in English Literature or Economics is very helpful. Above all, you first need a good stint as a successful journalist.
What degrees do you need to be a music journalist?
95
What certification or license do you need to be journalist?
yes you need a god license
