what are the chances of becoming a newsreporter....?

Question

i want to become one but don't know if its very hard to be one
and i need help on how i should get into it.......
and how i apply and stuff
thanks so much..

Answer 1

You can be anything you want as long as you set it as a career goal and take the necessary courses.

You'll want to get a degree in Journalism, so check with your career or guidance counselor to be sure you're taking the right preliminary studies.

If you mean a Television News Reporter...
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Answer 2

I sort of didn't know how to answer this. On one hand, it's a pretty easy profession to get into - if you have the interest, the skills (yes, that means using proper capitalization, spelling and vocabulary) and the work ethic. I wouldn't even worry about a J-school diploma. In all the years I've been hiring for newsrooms, I'd hire a passionate writer who knows how to meet deadlines before another double-degree 'journalist' ever again.
If you have the passion for the work, just gather your materials and write the stories. Most small-town, community papers are always looking for well-written, interesting copy. You may not get paid well - or at all - but you'll get your foot in the door. Once you demonstrate that an editor can count on you and that your copy is decent, you're well on the way...in this profession, I truly believe that experience is the best education.

On the other hand, you have to be willing to work like a dog - long hours, no weekends, and crap pay for the most part. It takes years of slogging away in those small-town markets before you can make your way into daily papers or television newsrooms. Success will all depend on how badly you want it.

Answer 3

You might start with demonstrating better writing skills. Using "stuff" just doesn't cut it. How well have you done in your English classes? Do you like to read and do you read often?

Writing is hard work. Are you willing to take the time to hone your skills or are you just looking for that job in front of the camera?

If you have the innate skills and if you are motivated, there's no question that you could find work in this field. You might start out with your own camera searching down interviews and news events. You can publish to the Internet.

You could go out tomorrow, if you wanted, and interview someone who has expertise about the 9/11 Truth Movement or an on-street interview with someone about whether they believe that events of 9/11 was the consequence of an inside job.

This will teach you what's involved and with the honest feedback from others on the net, you will quickly learn whether or not you destined to become the next CBS anchor person.

Answer 4

First of all, you'll seriously improve your chance to succeed in your endeavor if you have good connections or if someone in your family has an influential position in the media. Then you'll have to work hard to demonstrate your talent if you want to stay in. Diplomas are of relative importance when compared to connections, but a graduation in the field of political science can greatly help.