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Public Affairs Specialists and Broadcast Journalists
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & CommunicationsService Branches
Work Environment
Public affairs specialists and broadcast journalists work in offices and broadcasting studios on land or aboard ships or sometimes outdoors depending upon the research needed for their articles.
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Military Status
Enlisted
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Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$73,515
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
$25,775 - $250,182
Overview
Public affairs specialists and broadcast journalists publish communication products through radio, television, video, and web content for worldwide distribution. They are responsible for advising leadership, public affairs planning, developing and executing information strategies, and community relations. Some are trained to operate audio and video equipment in both tactical and non-tactical environments.
Military Training
All enlisted service members complete basic military training which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field and covers tactical and survival skills physical training military life and customs and weapons training. Public affairs specialists and broadcast journalists in the Military will gain skills through classroom study and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training content may include:
- News feature and sports writing and research
- Newspaper format and layout
- Photojournalism
- Radio and television programming and production
- Interviewing techniques
- Public speaking
- Media Relations
- Crisis communications
Helpful Attributes
- Ability to keep detailed and accurate records
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Interest in researching facts and issues for news stories
- Strong, clear speaking voice
Related Civilian Careers
- Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys
- Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan
- Public Relations Specialists
- Camera Operators, Television, Video and Film
- Desktop Publishers
- Editors
- Media Programming Directors
- Photographers
- Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
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