27-3022.00

News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists

Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for broadcast and other media based on their investigation or analysis of newsworthy events.

7.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
High Risk

This role faces substantial AI disruption

More at risk than 87% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 11% probability of automation for this role
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87%
of jobs safer
19
jobs riskier than this
-3.0%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Software & AI

AI software systems—language models, automation tools, and intelligent algorithms—are the primary vector of disruption for this role.

AI writes faster, cheaper, and never misses a deadline. Associated Press uses AI for earnings reports; news outlets deploy AI for routine coverage. Investigative journalism, source relationships, and accountability reporting are more resistant, but the volume-based journalism jobs — local reporting, sports scores, market updates — are heavily disrupted. Staff reductions at major publications confirm the trend.

Disrupted byGitHub CopilotChatGPT / GPT-4oSalesforce Einstein

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$55,960
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
-3.0%
Declining
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Job Zone 4 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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75% automation risk

"AP already uses AI for earnings reports. Your beat is next."

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →