Different Types of Journalists

14 Mar 2025

Industry Insights
Journalism is a dynamic field that consists of more than your evening newscaster. Whether you are looking to start a career in this field or a PR looking to make the right connection, there's a form of journalism suited for every interest.

Journalism comes in all shapes and sizes and knowing all the different types there are can be useful to anyone in the industry or anyone who uses journalists for their work. 


Print Journalism: This includes newspapers, magazines, periodicals and journals.

Broadcast Journalism: This journalism covers radio and television.

Digital Journalism: These journalists share their coverage online and on social media platforms.

Photojournalism: These journalists share stories through photographs and work with various platforms to share their images.

News Journalism: Focuses on the direct and factual reporting of events.

Investigative Journalism: These journalists dedicate extensive time to thoroughly researching a single subject.

Feature Writing Journalists: These journalists often share stories about people, cultural trends, or profiles of notable individuals.

Opinion Journalism: This form of journalism aims to shape public conversation by providing insights and critiques on a variety of subjects.

Sports Journalism: These journalists report on events, athlete profiles and sports news, blending a love for sports with journalism to provide engaging stories and insights.


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