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What's the most comfortable and steady position to be in when it comes to journalism while still making a difference?

By making a difference I mean having an impact by giving news to the world without constantly feeling like you're "missing a deadline" or stressing about giving news as fast as possible. #journalism #writing

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Neal’s Answer

Hey Sergio,


This is a good question. I would say that writing for a monthly periodical would fit this bill.


Writers of articles for publications such as National Geographic, War War Two and Time offer us insights into world affairs encouraging us to think.


Since these magazines are monthly it doesn't seem that there is a "pressured' dead line.


I was Publications Officers for the Coast Guard Aux. Being responsible for writing and publishing the flotillas monthly newsletter.


I would research material, interview as needed and then write articles.


I wrote many different kinds of articles. Some informative and some just to make one think.


I had more than enough time to meet my deadline.
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Lore’s Answer

Sergio,
You asked this question three and a half years ago. I am answering it now for current and future students who want to have an impact and make a difference as journalists-- but not face the stress of daily deadlines.

For all of you, investigative journalism is an excellent option.

Investigative journalists spend days, weeks and months doing deep research to uncover and write about wrong-doing, injustice and corruption. "Democracy dies in darkness" -- that's the Washington Post's slogan. These journalists' job is to shine a light on things informed citizens should know.

Materials from the Global Investigative Journalism Network will help you understand the important role investigative journalists play in modern society. Here is the group's website:
https://gijn.org/about/investigative-journalism-defining-the-craft/

ProPublica is the gold standard of investigative journalism:
https://www.propublica.org/

This consortium offers a list of places to study investigative journalism:
https://ijec.org/north-america-programs/

Best wishes on your career journeys.
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Isaac’s Answer

Hey Sergio--

I know several journalism majors who went into content marketing for software companies. In such roles, they write and edit blogs, ebooks, and other types of content. It's a great way to use journalism-related skills in a job setting that often provides more comfort and reliable work than other journalism ventures. And the pay is usually pretty good, too! Software companies always have needs for people with good editing and writing skills.

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