What is a Broadcast Journalist?

Broadcast journalists are the frontline of television and radio journalism. They are thought of as the face and voice of a news story. Broadcast journalists must feel comfortable with thousands, sometimes millions of people looking at their face or listening to their voice. As well as an expertise in researching and reporting on stories, the broadcast journalist possesses some other particular qualities. Unlike a print journalist, the broadcast journalist needs to be able to stay calm under pressure. Often, he or she will be reporting live from the scene where a story is taking place. There can be many distractions around the reporter, and an ability to stay focused is a major benefit. The first step in becoming a broadcast journalist usually takes place behind the scenes. Broadcast journalists may begin their career at a small television or radio station. They may start off working the equipment that is used in the broadcasting. Sometimes, they can start off doing small slots, such ...  more