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Newspaper/Magazine Journalist
Definition of Occupation
Collects and analyzes information about newsworthy events to write stories for newspapers and magazines. Receives assignments or evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story idea. Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview, observation and research. May monitor police and fire department radio communications to obtain story leads. Organizes material, determines slant or emphasis and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
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