Online Journalism

Shortlist
Online journalists research and write website content. They may be full-time or freelance salaried employees. They may work for online journals, professional societies, online companies and government agencies. Some writers are volunteers or contributors and are not paid for writing.
Mentors from the field
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JOSIE LANE
Current position
Journalist, communist & editor for Hindustan Times, DNA & Nat Geo Traveler. She's covered stories from travel start-ups, communities, gentrification, gender issues, and human rights.
Career prospects & criteria
Understand the prospects within the career & the education & other skills you need to make it.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Journalism and Mass Communication
Masters in Journalism and Mass Communication.
What you need to get started
Taking up computer courses to learn to use word processing programs, graphic design software, and the Internet could be valuable.
Soft Skills
Objectivity
Research
People Oriented
Flair for writing
Communication
An eye for editorial
Experience
Networking
Innovative
A knack for storytelling
Time Management
Versatility
Enthusiasm
Stamina
Determination
Confidence
Perseverance
Technical Skills
Writing
Reporting
Editing
Headline writing
Photography
Page design.
Networking Groups
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