At a Glance
- Tasks: Research, write, and produce engaging news stories across various platforms.
- Company: Join leading media organisations like BBC, Reuters, and The Guardian.
- Benefits: Competitive salary with opportunities for rapid career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with diverse career paths in journalism.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by informing the public and shaping narratives.
- Qualifications: Curiosity, strong writing skills, and a passion for storytelling.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Journalists research, write and produce news, features and investigations for audiences. Day‑to‑day work mixes source‑building, interviewing, fact‑checking, writing under deadlines; broadcast presenting (TV/ radio), digital production (podcasts, social video), and increasingly data journalism.
- Research, write and produce news, features and investigations
- Specialise in news reporting, broadcast, political, business/finance, sport, or investigative journalism
- Work across print, online, broadcast and emerging digital/podcast formats
Salary ranges UK Journalist pay starts modest and scales sharply with seniority. Junior reporters at regional/local UK newsrooms start at £22,000–£28,000. National newspaper and broadcaster journalists at the BBC, Reuters, Bloomberg and the FT start at £30,000–£40,000. Senior correspondents and editors at national titles earn £60,000–£100,000+. The very top of UK journalism (newspaper editors, broadcast presenters) earns £200,000–£500,000+.
Years 5–10: Senior Correspondent/Section Editor. London dominates UK journalism — over 80% of national newspaper and broadcaster journalism jobs are London‑based. Regional and local newsrooms pay 20–30% below London but with significantly lower living costs. Trade press and financial journalism pay 20–30% above general national newsroom rates.
Typical entry routes:
- Any degree + postgraduate NCTJ — 1 year.
- BBC / national newspaper trainee scheme.
- Local newspaper trainee + NCTJ.
Skills you'll need:
- Sharp curiosity and persistence.
- Sceptical mindset and fact‑checking discipline.
- Empathic interviewing.
- Clear, accessible writing.
- Ethical decision‑making (UK editors code, broadcasters codes).
- Resilience under deadline pressure and public criticism.
Employers and industries include BBC, Reuters, Financial Times, Bloomberg, Sky News, ITV News, The Times, The Guardian, The Telegraph, Daily Mail, i, Independent, Mirror, Express, regional papers, trade press and specialist publications – The Lancet, New Scientist, Architectural Review, Construction News, Drapers, MoneyWeek.
Career progression:
- Years 0–2: Trainee / Junior Reporter – complete the NCTJ Diploma alongside trainee newsroom work.
- Years 2–5: Reporter / Producer – cover a beat or specialise into broadcast production.
- Years 5–10: Senior Correspondent / Section Editor – lead investigations and senior reporting.
- Years 10+: Editor / Bureau Chief / Anchor – top‑tier leadership roles.
Journalist employer: Academy Education Network Ltd
As a leading employer in the journalism sector, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that fosters creativity and innovation. Our London-based newsroom provides unparalleled access to top-tier media outlets, ensuring that our journalists are at the forefront of breaking news and investigative reporting. With a strong commitment to employee development, we provide numerous opportunities for career progression, from trainee roles to senior editorial positions, all while promoting a culture of ethical journalism and collaboration.
Contact Details:
Academy Education Network Ltd Recruitment Team
