51113

Journalists

TEER 1 — Usually require a university degree

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Art, culture, recreation & sport

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Definition

Journalists research, investigate, interpret and communicate news and public affairs through newspapers, television, radio and other media. They are employed by radio and television networks and stations, newspapers and magazines. Journalists may also work on a freelance basis.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Collect local, national and international news through interviews, investigation and observation
Write news stories for publication and broadcast
Receive, analyze and verify news and other copy for accuracy
Arrange for and conduct interviews as part of research and for radio and television programs
Research and report on developments in specialized fields such as medicine, science and technology
Prepare regular feature columns and stories on specialized topics
Write editorials and commentaries on topics of current interest to stimulate public interest and express the views of a publication or broadcasting station
Write critical reviews of literary, musical and other artistic works based on knowledge, judgement and experience.
Journalists may specialize in print, broadcast or Webcast media, in particular issues such as political affairs or entertainment news, or in a particular geographic area.

Example job titles

•book reviewer
•broadcast journalist
•columnist
•correspondent
•cyberjournalist
•investigative reporter
•journalist
•network reporter

Overview

Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, Journalists are classified under code 51113 (TEER 1). This category includes professionals who research, investigate, interpret, and communicate news and public affairs for newspapers, television, radio, and digital media. Common job titles classified under this NOC code include reporter, correspondent, news anchor, and columnist. Employment in this occupation is usually found in print and digital publishing houses, radio and television networks, and independent production companies.

To qualify under NOC 51113, candidates must typically meet specific employment requirements, which usually include a university degree or college diploma in journalism, communications, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience. Key duties involve collecting local, national, and international news through interviews and research, writing news stories, analyzing copy for accuracy, and potentially writing commentaries or editorials on public affairs.

As a TEER 1 occupation, journalists may be eligible for various Canadian skilled immigration programs, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program managed through the Express Entry system, as well as several Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official guidelines, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration consultant.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.