News Journalist Salary in District of Columbia

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How much does a News Journalist make in District of Columbia? The average News Journalist salary in District of Columbia is $56,166 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $49,560 and $65,297. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC	Avg. Salary $56,166	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Parcel Return Service, DC	Avg. Salary $56,166	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Washington, DC	Avg. Salary $56,166	Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC	Avg. Salary $56,166	Date Updated April 24, 2024

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Multimedia Journalist

St. Joseph News-Press - Saint Joseph , MO

News-Press NOW is the place to get it. Our journalists provide coverage of Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas for a newsroom with a broadcast operation that includes three network affiliates ...

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Executive Editor

Cardinal Productions - Roanoke , VA

This is a hands-on position for an editor who understands that even daily stories need explanatory information, and that to fulfill our mission our news content demands a mix of long-form journalism ...

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Director, Social

NBCUniversal - Los Angeles , CA

A very strong sense of entertainment news, journalistic integrity, and how social media can tell stories in the entertainment news space is key. This leader will oversee a team of social media ...

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Multi-Media Journalist

Bonneville Seattle - Seattle , WA

One of America's top news radio stations is looking to grow our reach and impact by adding Multi-Media Journalists to the team! If you're experienced, hard-working, driven, and have a strong desire ...

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Multimedia Journalist

Standard Media Group LLC - Cape Girardeau , MO

FOX23 (KBSI) & MY49 (WDKA) is looking for a Multimedia Journalist/Reporter to help us win the news of the day! We're looking for our "go to" reporter, who loves storytelling and serving the local ...

LinkedIn - 4 days ago

Multimedia Journalist

WZMQ-TV 19 CBS - Marquette , MI

WZMQ-TV is committed to providing quality news and public service support to the community. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Multimedia Journalist at WZMQ-TV 19 CBS in ...

LinkedIn - 34 days ago

What does a News Journalist do?

Common responsibilities of a News Journalist

Edit necessary video to include in newscasts produced under your charge.

January 03, 2023

Deliver news reports, including live reports, demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance and voice quality.

January 14, 2023

Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms.

January 26, 2023

Post daily to all digital platforms and social media including attaching images and streaming video.

February 14, 2023

Develop, write, produce and present news stories daily live on television and for web and social media.

March 04, 2023

Participate in story selection process through meetings, daily contribution of lead story ideas centering on safety and security is required.

March 05, 2023

Create and execute a digital and social strategy for the department that emphasizes digital-first for sports-related stories.

March 26, 2023

Gather, create, produce, manage fresh content and graphics for news and social media platforms.

May 15, 2023

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About District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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