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Adventure Journalism Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Editor

Dickinson, ND

$60K - $65K/yr

Description At The Dickinson Press , we believe great journalism starts with passionate people ... adventure. It's a place where the charm of small-town living meets the beauty of the Great Plains ...

Editor

Dickinson, ND · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

At The Dickinson Press , we believe great journalism starts with passionate people, strong ... adventure. It's a place where the charm of small-town living meets the beauty of the Great Plains ...

Editor

Dickinson, ND · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description At The Dickinson Press , we believe great journalism starts with ... adventure. It's a place where the charm of small-town living meets the beauty of the Great Plains ...

News Director

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr

... round adventure with skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing in the winter months. Job Summary ... Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, accountability, and journalistic excellence. * Guide ...

News Director

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr

... round adventure with skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing in the winter months. Job Summary ... Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, accountability, and journalistic excellence. * Guide ...

Your adventure begins now-unleash your potential with MANTECH! ***This is for a future opportunity ... Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Public Affairs, Journalism, or a related field. In lieu of a ...

News Director

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr

... round adventure with skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing in the winter months. Job Summary ... Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, accountability, and journalistic excellence. * Guide ...

Producer

Traverse City, MI · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Make quick decisions under pressure while maintaining accuracy and journalistic integrity * Help ... Hiking, skiing, boating, and outdoor adventure * Incredible restaurants, wineries, and local ...

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How much do adventure journalism jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for adventure journalism in the United States is $60,979.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is adventure journalism?

Adventure journalism is a field of reporting that focuses on covering stories related to exploration, outdoor activities, and extreme experiences. Adventure journalists often travel to remote or challenging locations to document expeditions, environmental issues, and unique human experiences. They combine storytelling with firsthand participation in adventurous activities, such as mountain climbing, diving, or trekking. This type of journalism aims to inform, inspire, and sometimes advocate for environmental or cultural awareness. Adventure journalists typically work for magazines, websites, or media outlets specializing in travel, sports, or nature.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Adventure Journalist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Adventure Journalist, you need strong storytelling and writing abilities, investigative research skills, and often a background in journalism or communications. Familiarity with digital photography, video editing software, and content management systems is typically required to capture and share compelling stories across multiple platforms. Adaptability, resilience, and excellent interpersonal skills help you navigate unpredictable environments and build rapport with diverse subjects. These skills enable Adventure Journalists to document unique experiences effectively and engage audiences with authentic, immersive content.

What is the difference between Adventure Journalism vs Travel Writing?

AspectAdventure JournalismTravel Writing
Required CredentialsJournalism degree or writing experience, sometimes certifications in outdoor or adventure activitiesWriting skills, travel experience, sometimes certifications in travel or tourism
Work EnvironmentOutdoor expeditions, adventure locations, media officesTravel destinations, hotels, tourism boards, personal or commercial travel settings
Employer & Industry UsageMedia outlets, magazines, online platforms focused on adventure and outdoor activitiesTravel magazines, blogs, tourism agencies, guidebooks

Adventure Journalism and Travel Writing both involve storytelling about locations and experiences. However, Adventure Journalism focuses on reporting outdoor adventures and extreme activities, often requiring specialized skills and certifications. Travel Writing covers a broader range of travel experiences, emphasizing personal narratives and destination descriptions. While they share overlapping skills, Adventure Journalism is more specialized in outdoor and adventure contexts, whereas Travel Writing encompasses general travel experiences.

What are some typical challenges adventure journalists face when reporting in remote or extreme environments?

Adventure journalists often encounter unpredictable weather, difficult terrain, and limited access to communication or medical support while working in remote or extreme locations. These factors require a high level of preparedness, adaptability, and risk assessment. Additionally, they must balance storytelling with safety, ensuring that their reporting does not compromise their well-being or that of their team. Working closely with local guides, photographers, and editors is essential to successfully capturing compelling stories under challenging conditions.
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Infographic showing various Adventure Journalism job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, 53% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $60,979 per year, or $29.3 per hour.
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (Bluefield) - WVVA

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (Bluefield) - WVVA

GRAY TELEVISION

Bluefield, WV • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Gray Television rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 65 rated media


Job description

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WVVA:

Imagine living in the "Nature’s Air-Conditioned City" of Bluefield, WV, nestled amidst the majestic Appalachian Mountains! WVVA isn't just a station; it's your gateway to adventure. We're centrally located to major markets and surrounded by a playground of world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of breathtaking hiking trails, exhilarating skiing, and so much more. We don't just work here; we love living here!

Job Summary/Description:

Bring your storytelling A-game to WVVA (a Gray Local Media station) in Bluefield, WV, as a Multimedia Journalist! We’re looking for an ambitious, resourceful journalist who’s hungry to chase original, hard-news stories viewers won’t see anywhere else.

If you’re a high-energy storyteller who loves creating content for TV, web, and social media, you’ll fit right in. You’ll get hands-on training in every part of TV news production, along with opportunities to anchor and work with modern, industry-leading equipment.

We invest in training and technology so our journalists can grow, and our newsroom can keep leading the market. If you’re driven, curious, and ready to learn with a talented team, we’d love to hear from you.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Pitch and produce original, leadable stories daily for on-air broadcasts and digital platforms.
• Investigate tips and information using strong research and critical thinking to uncover the deeper story.
• Shoot, write, edit, and upload video, photos, and stories optimized for TV, web, and social media.
• Cultivate local sources and develop relationships that provide timely, community-focused reporting.
• Report on air, coordinate live shots, and occasionally anchor as needed.
• Perform reliably under deadline pressure while exercising sound news judgment and ethical standards.
• Collaborate respectfully with newsroom teammates and contribute to a fast-paced, audience-first environment.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or related field preferred.
• Prior experience as a multimedia journalist and on-air anchor preferred.
• Excellent news judgment and the ability to tell compelling stories across platforms.
• Familiarity with broadcast newsroom workflows; experience with ENPS and Edius a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass a driver's record check.

If you’re excited to join a team dedicated to excellence and local journalism, apply at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings. Please include your résumé and a link to your work reel with your application. No phone calls, please.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WVVA-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.


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