Occupation

232332 Journalist

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
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232332 Journalist

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.

Photojournalists are excluded from this occupation. Photojournalists are included in Occupation 232399 Journalists and Other Writers nec.

Alternative title

  • News Reporter

Specialisations

  • Digital or Online Journalist
  • Newspaper Journalist
  • Radio Journalist
  • Television Journalist

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • 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