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Newspaper reporter 'worst job of 2015'

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 15 April 2015

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Newspaper reporter 'worst job of 2015'
CareerCast.com has identified newspaper reporter as the worst job for 2015, citing a significant decline in print readership. This trend has adversely affected advertising revenues for newspapers.
ISLAMABAD: A scientific list of ‘worst jobs’ prepared by CareerCast.com has ranked newspaper journalist as the worst job of 2015.
“Readership has steadily moved from print publications, whether they be newspapers or magazines, in favor of online outlets,” explained the site. “The resulting decline in advertising revenue has left newspapers—and thus, newspaper reporters—feeling the pinch.”
Out of 200 jobs analyzed by the CareerCast, newspaper reporter landed with a thud at 200. Jobs that are ranked higher include firefighter (192), corrections officer (194) and enlisted military personnel (198).

KEY POINTS:

  • CareerCast ranked newspaper reporter as the 200th job out of 200 analyzed.
  • The shift from print to online media has decreased newspaper readership.
  • Other jobs ranked higher include firefighter and corrections officer.
  • The decline in advertising revenue is impacting the journalism industry.
  • Report underscores the challenges faced by traditional media outlets.

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