Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
£48,493
Average salary
30 hours
Average weekly hours
1.87%
Unemployment rate
Definition: Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 2471
Jobholders in this unit group investigate and write up stories and features for broadcasting and for newspapers, magazines and other periodicals, evaluate and manage their style and content and oversee the editorial direction of these types of output and publication.
Common tasks include:
- determines subject matter and undertakes research by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, reviewing written work, attending film and stage performances etc.;
- writes articles and features and submits draft manuscripts to newspaper, magazine, periodical or programme editor;
- selects material for broadcast or publication, checks style, grammar, accuracy and legality of content and arranges for any necessary revisions;
- liaises with production staff in checking final proof copies immediately prior to printing.
Qualifications
Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification. A variety of postgraduate diplomas is available. NVQs/SVQs covering various aspects of journalism are available at Levels 3 and 4.
*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.
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Top 12 industries: Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
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Equality focus: Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
Breaking down the official government big data sources by gender, age and region. Hours and pay data based on full time equlivalent roles.
Breakdown by gender
£46,407
Female average annual salary
£51,100
Male average annual salary
27
Female average weekly hours
33
Male average weekly hours
Average pay per hour: Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
Workforce gender: Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
Breakdown by region
£57,357
London - highest annual average salary
£32,850
Yorkshire and the Humber - lowest annual average salary
38
East Midlands (England) - Highest average weekly hours
27
Yorkshire and the Humber - Lowest average weekly hours
Average pay per week (£): Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
Average weekly hours by UK region/nation: Journalists, newspaper and periodical editors
Breakdown by age
20 years
Lowest annual salary (£18,771)
years
Highest annual salary (£0) at this age