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Journalist
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Investigate and report news stories that inform the public and hold power accountable
$35,000 – $100,00060% Remote4 careerDetailPage.levels
Junior Reporter → Reporter/Correspondent → Senior Reporter → Editor/Bureau Chief
$100k
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60%
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Journalists research, investigate, and report on news events for print, digital, broadcast, and podcast audiences. They hold power accountable, inform public discourse, and tell stories that matter. In 2026, journalists navigate AI-assisted reporting, newsletter-based independent journalism, fact-checking in an era of deepfakes, and multi-platform storytelling. Industry Demand: evolving — traditional media shrinks but independent and digital journalism grows
💰 Salary Range
Entry
$35K
Senior
$100K
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