They may also be self-employed. Writers research and write books, scripts, plays, essays, speeches, manuals, specifications and other non-journalistic articles. Editors review, evaluate and edit manuscripts, articles, news reports and other material for publication and broadcast, and co-ordinate the activities of staff. Journalists research, investigate, interpret and communicate news and public affairs through newspapers, television, radio and other media. Specialists in public relations and communications develop and implement communications strategies and information programs, publicize activities and events, and maintain media relations on behalf of clients.
Translators adapt written material from one language to another.
Interpreters translate oral communication from one language to another. Sign-language interpreters translate sign language to spoken language and vice versa. Education, Training and Experience People in this group usually require a college diploma or a university degree in their area of work. Many recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree. They may require certificates and membership in their professional organization.