Reporters may have to change their work hours to meet a deadline or to follow developments. Jobs Reporters and correspondents held about 67,000 jobs in 1998. Most worked for newspapers. The remainder worked in radio, television, magazines, and wire services. A bachelor's degree in journalism is preferred.
Some employers hire graduates with other majors.
Experience on school newspapers or broadcasting stations and internships with news organizations is very helpful when seeking a job as a reporter. Reporters and correspondents must write clearly and effectively . They need word processing, computer graphics, and desktop publishing skills. Knowledge of a foreign language is necessary for some jobs. In high school, useful courses include English, journalism, and social studies.