Career questions tagged journalism
Journalism is the process of collecting facts to tell a story. Journalism is a part of Mass Communications and focuses heavily on reading and writing. There are multiple different types of careers within journalism to include sports, politics, and local news. ... Read more Show less
How can I start making connections in sports?
I am a middle school student that has always been interested in sports. I love to ask questions and see sport reporting, journalism, and social media as something that I would be interested in.
After earning a college degree, what is the next step for sports journalism?
Is it ideal to seek out internships, or should I let opportunities find me? Is it best to try to get a deal with a news source and pump out work? Or do I shadow experienced sportswriters and hone my skills? The world after college feels so broad, so I would appreciate advice on how to find guidance.
My greatest passion and goal is to be a journalist, but AI makes me unsure about how sustainable writing-heavy careers are. What would you say to someone with that concern”?
I feel like there's so much being said right now about how journalism is a dying field, and this has only gotten worse recently with AI usage. From your perspective, what is something that I should ready to adapt to in the field of journalism? Also, do you think that the writing side of journalism will soon be completely replaced by automation or artificial intelligence?
What is a one of the hardest parts of perusing a story in the field of journalism?
Are there challenges in information or at times consequences of perusing certain stories that are best to be avoided?
As private-owned, print media begins to lose power and news moves to digital, social-media driven means, what ways are journalists working to combat the new ways in which misinformation is being circulated?
I'm an 18-year-old graduating senior looking to study journalism, but feeling unsure about the future of news in the digital age.
What can I do now as a journalism major and college freshman, to try and land my dream job in sports media ?
I am currently a college freshman at Michigan State, and am a journalism major. I want to eventually work in sports media and was wondering what can I do to try and land my dream job once I graduate.
What is the best advice you have ever received regarding maintaining discipline and building useful study habits How did this advice help you become a more successful student? #Spring2026?
Hello my name is Paula! I am currently a senior in high school. I am thinking of studying psychology and minoring in voice performance. I am still not fully committed to a major as I am still keeping my options open. For me one of the biggest struggles in high school was maintaining a tight schedule for studying. I found myself procrastinating assignments and fulfilling them poorly. I wish that for college, since I am able to have a little more freedom with my schedule, my studying habits become stronger and more efficient.
What's the best way to go about exploring my major interests in college as a freshman?
I have a lot of major interests, including psych, acting for theater and screen, TEFL, environmental sustainability & policy, journalism, linguistics, and creative writing. I'm really excited to go to college this fall and explore all of my interests, but I'm wondering what the best way to explore them is and also get the most out of my time at college. I'm going to be attending Western Washington University's Honors College. I'm definitely planning on talking to my academic advisor about it before registering for classes, but I wanted to get some input from here too.
How can I integrate a career in graphic design with communications, marketing, and/or writing?
I'm a senior in high school, planning on going to a community college to major in Graphic Design and then possibly transfer to a university
What are good tips regarding balancing schoolwork and social life during freshman year of college?
I am a twelfth grader attending college in the fall. I plan to pursue communications/journalism as my major.
How do photography and videography as subjects impact sports journalism as a career?
Journalism is a vast subject. Does knowing a skill such as photography or videography help in getting work as a sports journalist? Should my columns and articles use only my images or public images? Are these subjects even important to the core of sports journalism or just a bonus for people more inclined to them.
“In a world where anyone can create sports content online, how do you build credibility and stand out as a trusted voice”?
I’m passionate about pursuing a career in sports media and using my voice to create content that informs and connects with people. I understand that the industry is highly competitive and constantly evolving, especially with the rise of social media and digital platforms. I don’t just want to be another fan sharing opinions—I want to build credibility and become a trusted voice in the space. What specific steps, skills, or experiences should I focus on now to separate myself early, grow a strong personal brand, and position myself for long-term success in sports media?
How do I balance academics with extracurriculars, like band?
I'm currently a senior in high school that has been involved in band classes since middle school. I have auditioned for my college's band and have gotten in on a scholarship, but I am worried on how to balance my academics in a high demanding program. Does anyone have any tips?
How do I choose a major that’s suited to my interests and also provides financially stable career paths? #Spring2026
I’m a high school senior who’s interested in English, journalism, and business, but I’m not sure how to create a good major/minor combo that will give me entry level job stability.
What is the future hold for future journalism majors?
With the state of ai and people losing their positions around the world, what does it entail for journalism majors?
What is the most valuable piece of information you learned while becoming a journalist? #spring26
Job application tips, writing skills, etc.
What should I keep in mind while taking up sports journalism?
I am in 11th grade and interested in pursuing sports journalism as a career. Are there any important information sources or things to know or keep in mind as I pursue this? Thanks
Is it better to work in the film industry with a journalism degree or a business degree??
Hello, I want to work in the film industry but for unfortunate reasons i can't enter film school. I wanted to know is it better for me to study business or journaling in university if i want to work in the film industry.
What role do you think AI will play in the future of Journalism Will it have a more negative or positive impact on the field??
With AI becoming so prevalent in the world today, I wonder what impact it will have on the future of journalism.
What more should I have on my resume by the end of college?
I speak a second language, have an internship, and started and ran the student newspaper for my school, as well as four years of show choir and jazz choir, and I was part of the National Honour Society. I will be a freshman in college next year. What else can I do?
What kind of jobs are there in the media and journalism field?
What kind of jobs are there in the media and journalism field? I'm planning to go into this as my major, but I'm not sure what specific jobs I can get into, and I don't want to study a dead field.
What are the realistic prospects of finding a job in the field of Broadcast Journalism with the recent development of AI? #fall25
Specifically, looking to enter Sports Broadcasting or Investigative Writing.
How will I be able to secure a career with a journalism degree that will support me financially and make me happy? #Fall25
I hear that journalism majors don’t have a lot of job opportunities and I want to major in journalism because it relates to my passion for writing. I am passionate about writing because I love the creativity of writing and the freedom of expression it gives. I want to know that my major will help me get a job that relates to my passion and will help me be financially stable. I know that journalism isn’t a strong career path and I plan to possibly minor in communications to add to my journalism degree because of the networking and career opportunities.
What does a step by step journalistic process look like for researching a story? #Spring25
I plan on going into the field of journalism and am curious about what the specific process is when researching a story on a daily basis. #Spring25
After considering the amount of violence that Journalists go through on the daily, I still want to be one but I want to be safe and I wonder why type of Journalists would I need to be in order for me to be safe?
I decided to be a journalist after coming to the conclusion that I'm awful at math. Then, I did some research and realized the work that these Journalists put in and I value the way they still stand tall when times are tough.
What kind of jobs can I have in college if I want to pursue journalism? How will I be able to find jobs or internships that may help me in the long run?at kind of jobs can I have in college if I want to pursue journalism How will I be able to find jobs or internships that may help me in the long run??
I'm a high-school student wanting to pursue a career in journalism but i'm nervous about how i'll be able to gain experience while getting my education in college.
Career Help!! I would love some help if anybody can recommend any pathways to look into. Thank you so much!?
Hi there, I am in Year 11 (sophomore year) and I am struggling to connect to any jobs that match my interests but also match my personality and lifestyle. I love psychology, history, research, journalism, and statistics. I am very passionate about climate change and human rights, so I would love a career in which I can help others (I am also a very empathetic person so that also contributes to my desire to help others). I know that I want a good work-life balance - possibly a career where I can make my own business - and possibilities to earn a decent salary. I also can be quite anxious, so working in a corporate 9-5 setting sounds like my nightmare!! I would love some help if anybody can recommend any pathways to look into. Thank you so much!
How do I find a job that I am truly passionate about?
I am interested in journalism , design, marketing, and photography. But I don't have a dream job. Or even a job that I could aim for. I want to be able to make a living, but going into college I want to be working toward something.
What field is military journalism?
How is there any way to go to a path in military where me journalism can do? i want to share the soldiers stories and hearts with the world as a journalism. how i do that if I just started college in journalism. what i do first. any tips. i dont know my path really. I just had a change of path at sudden so feels lost.
What’s something work in journalism that surpris you once you actually got in field?
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