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WOWK-TV

Multi-Media Journalist

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

The Multi-Media Journalist writes, shoots, edits, voices and reports on and off camera, and feeds ... Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events. * Shoots and ...

WOWK-TV

Report I, MultiMedia Journalist

Houston, TX · On-site

This role is ideal for a journalist who takes initiative, thinks creatively, and understands how to shape stories differently for broadcast, digital, streaming, and social audiences. We value ...

DePaul

Part-time Faculty, Journalism

Chicago, IL · On-site

$4K - $5K/wk

Part-time Faculty, Journalism Full-time Faculty Positions Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will ...

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How much do broadcast journalist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for broadcast journalist in the United States is $42,513.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $42,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

A successful Broadcast Journalist needs a solid background in journalism, strong writing and reporting skills, and typically a degree in journalism or communications. Familiarity with editing software, broadcast equipment, and newsroom content management systems is essential. Excellent verbal communication, critical thinking, and the ability to perform under tight deadlines are standout soft skills. Mastering these abilities ensures accurate, engaging news coverage and adaptability in a fast-paced media environment.

What are broadcast journalists?

Broadcast journalists are media professionals who gather, investigate, write, and present news and information for radio, television, or online platforms. They conduct interviews, research stories, and report news in a clear, engaging manner for the public. Their work often involves working under tight deadlines, sometimes on location, to ensure timely and accurate news delivery. Broadcast journalists play a key role in informing the public about current events and issues.

What Is a Broadcast Journalist?

A broadcast journalist is responsible for reporting news and other information to the public over the radio, television, and through online media outlets. As a broadcast journalist, it is your job to provide this information in an unbiased, factual manner. Qualifications include excellent oral and written communication skills. A broadcast journalist sometimes travels to different parts of the world to provide eyewitness accounts from scenes of major events.

What are some common challenges broadcast journalists face when working under tight deadlines?

Broadcast journalists often work in fast-paced environments where news stories must be researched, verified, scripted, and presented quickly. Tight deadlines can make it challenging to ensure accuracy while maintaining the speed required for live or breaking news coverage. Effective time management, strong communication with editors and production teams, and the ability to adapt rapidly to new information are crucial for success. Additionally, journalists must be comfortable working under pressure and ready to pivot if a story changes at the last minute.
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Infographic showing various Broadcast Journalist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, and 57% Part Time. Highlights an 11% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 88% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,513 per year, or $20.4 per hour.
Part Time Faculty - Journalism

Part Time Faculty - Journalism

Loyola Marymount University

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$2K/wk

Part-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

The Journalism Program at Loyola Marymount University is seeking lecturers to teach undergraduate courses in reporting, news writing, feature writing, sports journalism, investigative journalism, photo journalism, audio journalism, broadcast television and video journalism. There may not be openings at this time, but your application will be kept on file. Current applications will be reviewed as openings occur. The position, when needed, is assumed to be a one-semester appointment, normally to teach 1-2 courses.
Courses taught by instructors often take place once weekly in the evenings to accommodate the schedules of working journalists. Typical responsibilities: prepare and distribute a course syllabus; prepare and lead class sessions; hold regular office hours and answer student questions; develop, distribute, and/or grade discussion materials, homework, quizzes, and other course materials; grade midterm examinations; edit and grade student stories; maintain and timely submit class records, such as attendance and grade reports; attend meetings and training, as needed; and comply with all university standards and requirements.
Qualifications:
Applicants should be working journalists (on staff or freelance) or full-time journalism educators. Applicants should ideally have a master's degree in journalism (or a doctorate in a related field). Teaching or mentorship experience is preferred. Applicants should be well-versed in the principles that support ethical journalism, have a clear sense of the American media landscape and possess a strong commitment to the value of journalism in a free and democratic society.
If interested, please submit a resume and a cover letter describing your journalism and teaching experience (if any) and indicating journalistic subjects you may be qualified to teach. Direct questions to Katherine Pickert at kpickert@lmu.edu.
Minimum salary is $2,517 per unit taught.
Faculty Regular
Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)

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