Art & stories · Helping people
What does a
journalist do?
Finds out what is happening and tells the public truthfully.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Interviews people, checks facts, writes or films stories, and works to deadlines.
Skills to practise
Curiosity, writing, courage, fairness.
How to explore this path
Degree or courses in media, plus practice.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Journalist connects with Languages, Social Science. You may enjoy this work if you like with people.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Interview a grandparent and write a one-page story.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Print this activity or save it as a PDF in your chosen language. Downloadable PDF files are in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Journalists find out what is happening and tell people the true story.
What helps?
Asking questions, writing, and being fair.
Learning about the path
You study media or writing, and practise a lot.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?