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Journalism

 
Background
Journalists research, investigate, and write stories about current events, people, and issues for newspapers, websites, magazines, radio, and television. They interview sources, gather facts, and present information in a clear and engaging way to keep the public informed. Journalists work to deadlines and must check their facts carefully to ensure accuracy and fairness.
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Publications
Press GazetteJournalism.co.uk
Books
The Elements of JournalismAll the President's MenOn Writing Well
Movies
All the President's MenSpotlight
Key Figures
Christiane AmanpourJon SnowCarole CadwalladrEdward R. Murrow
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference70.92, 808.02For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
ReporterNews WriterCorrespondentNews Journalist
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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