News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
SOC Code: 27-3023 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $63,128 | $181,064 | $299,021 | $416,957 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $62,005 | $179,067 | $296,109 | $413,171 |
| Kingston, NY | $59,155 | $175,718 | $292,261 | $408,824 |
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $59,259 | $170,082 | $280,883 | $391,706 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $59,030 | $169,749 | $280,467 | $391,186 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $42,266 | $130,790 | $219,315 | $307,840 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $59,654 | $103,376 | $147,077 | $190,798 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $57,845 | $101,296 | $144,768 | $188,219 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $54,662 | $97,157 | $139,651 | $182,146 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $42,390 | $85,966 | $129,563 | $173,139 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Bloomberg L.P. | 28 | $74,117 |
| Radio Free Asia | 12 | $70,194 |
| SINOVISION INCORPORATED | 9 | $57,719 |
| Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC | 8 | $61,150 |
| Mail Media, Inc. | 8 | $60,645 |
| World Journal, LLC | 7 | $62,664 |
| 9fin Inc. | 6 | $106,667 |
| British Broadcasting Corporation | 6 | $73,827 |
| World Journal LA, LLC | 5 | $43,188 |
| Pacific Culture Enterprises Inc. | 5 | $56,397 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 18 | $71,841 |
| 2023 | 58 | $64,547 |
| 2024 | 126 | $76,527 |
| 2025 | 109 | $1,294,770 |
| 2026 | 8 | $98,120 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.5 | |
| Time Management | 3.5 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Coordination | 3.4 | |
| Active Learning | 3.2 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.2 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 4.8 |
| Communications and Media | 4.7 |
| Law and Government | 3.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.4 |
| Telecommunications | 3.4 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.2 |
| Geography | 3.0 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.0 |
Typical Tasks
- Write commentaries, columns, or scripts, using computers.
- Coordinate and serve as an anchor on news broadcast programs.
- Examine news items of local, national, and international significance to determine topics to address, or obtain assignments from editorial staff members.
- Analyze and interpret news and information received from various sources to broadcast the information.
- Receive assignments or evaluate leads or tips to develop story ideas.
- Research a story's background information to provide complete and accurate information.
- Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about a story.
- Gather information and develop perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews, observation, and experience.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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