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Reporters and Correspondents
SOC 27-3022.00
Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation. Report and write stories for newspaper, news magazine, radio, or television.
8
Skills
8
Knowledge
4
Job Zone
Yes
Green
Top Skills 8
Reading Comprehension4.2
Active Listening4.2
Writing4.1
Speaking4.0
Critical Thinking3.8
Social Perceptiveness3.6
Active Learning3.5
Time Management3.4
Knowledge Areas 8
English Language5.0
Communications and Media4.6
Law and Government4.0
Telecommunications3.0
Computers and Electronics3.0
Geography3.0
History and Archeology2.9
Public Safety and Security2.9
Key Tasks
1Receive assignments or evaluate leads or tips to develop story ideas.
2Research a story's background information to provide complete and accurate information.
3Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about a story.
4Establish and maintain relationships with individuals who are credible sources of information.
5Report news stories for publication or broadcast, describing the background and details of events.
Also Known As
Anchor
Art Critic
Blogger
Book Critic
Book Reviewer
Broadcast Journalist
Bureau Chief
Business Reporter
Business Writer
Columnist
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