Journalism and Writing

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Editor

An Editor revises written work for publication, correcting errors, checking facts, and ensuring compliance with client requirements.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Multimedia Writer

A Multimedia Writer creates articles, blogs, and content for digital platforms, requiring strong writing, research, and audience engagement skills.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Advanced

Writer

A Writer creates fiction or nonfiction pieces for print or digital media, specialising in genres, managing time, and meeting deadlines.

Avg yearly income $85,020
Skill level Advanced

Copywriter

A Copywriter creates written content for advertising and promotional purposes, collaborating with clients to meet objectives across various media.

Avg yearly income $93,340
Skill level Advanced

Content Writer

A Content Writer creates material for digital and print platforms, communicates with stakeholders, manages deadlines, and writes on diverse topics.

Avg yearly income $75,140
Skill level Advanced

Content Manager

A Content Manager oversees content production for digital, print, or media campaigns, manages teams, and develops creative marketing ideas.

Avg yearly income $105,456
Skill level Advanced

Content Executive

A Content Executive coordinates media production, specialising in digital, print, or social content, while adapting to trends and diverse audiences.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

Journalist

A Journalist researches, writes, and presents news stories across various media platforms, requiring strong writing and communication skills.

Avg yearly income $79,976
Skill level Advanced

Novelist

Novelists are writers who create fictional works, developing story ideas, writing manuscripts, and pursuing publication through various means.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Author

Authors create and publish books, developing original ideas into stories, and can be self-published or work with agents and publishers.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

Scriptwriter

Scriptwriters create scripts for films, TV, games, and corporate videos, developing original stories or adapting existing content.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

Advertising Copywriter

Advertising Copywriters create persuasive content for ads, websites, and promotional materials, often working freelance or with agencies.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Biographer

Biographers research and write about individuals' lives, often ghostwriting for public figures while also publishing their own works.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Content Specialist

Content Specialists develop and implement content strategies based on consumer trends, collaborating with teams to create engaging multi-channel content.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Feature Writer

Feature Writers are journalists who produce in-depth stories for various publications, covering topics from politics to social issues and culture.

Avg yearly income $91,520
Skill level Advanced

Freelance Writer

Freelance Writers create content for various clients, working independently on projects like articles, marketing copy, and technical documents.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Playwright

Playwrights craft scripts for theatre performances, including dialogue and stage directions, and often engage in casting and rehearsals.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Screenwriter

Screenwriters create scripts for films, TV shows, and video games, writing original stories or adapting existing works into screenplays.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Proofreader

Proofreaders meticulously review text documents for errors in grammar, spelling, and formatting across various types of content.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Travel Writer

Travel Writers create engaging content about tourist attractions and events, inspiring others to explore destinations through articles and blogs.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Literary Agent

A Literary Agent represents authors, pitches work to publishers, negotiates contracts, offers guidance, and manages rights within the publishing industry.

Avg yearly income $74,880
Skill level Advanced

Technical Writer

A Technical Writer creates clear documentation, such as manuals and guides, by collaborating with teams and ensuring content accuracy.

Avg yearly income $111,488
Skill level Advanced

Book Editor

A Book Editor reviews manuscripts for clarity and quality, collaborating with authors on structure, style, and grammar to prepare for publication.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Editorial Assistant

An Editorial Assistant supports content production by proofreading, fact-checking, and coordinating submissions to ensure quality.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Foreign Correspondent

A Foreign Correspondent reports on international events, conducting research and interviews to produce accurate and compelling news stories.

Avg yearly income $114,400
Skill level Advanced

Speech Writer

Speech Writers collaborate with politicians and public figures to craft speeches that reflect their personality, ideas, and values for live presentations.

Avg yearly income $71,084
Skill level Advanced

News Reporter

A News Reporter researches, investigates, and reports on events across media, writing accurate stories, conducting interviews, and meeting deadlines.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Columnist

A Columnist writes insightful articles on topics like politics or culture, requiring strong writing skills and creativity to engage readers.

Avg yearly income $74,984
Skill level Advanced

Commentator

A Commentator analyses events across media, specialising in areas like sports or politics, requiring strong communication and expertise.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

Newsreader

A Newsreader delivers news stories via television or radio, preparing scripts, researching events, and coordinating with teams to ensure accurate reporting.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Presenter

A Presenter delivers engaging content across media platforms, researching topics, writing scripts, conducting interviews, and collaborating with production teams.

Avg yearly income $77,844
Skill level Advanced

Reporter

A Reporter researches, writes, and presents news stories across multiple media platforms, investigating events and conducting interviews to ensure report accuracy.

Avg yearly income $73,320
Skill level Advanced

Radio Presenter

A Radio Presenter captivates audiences by delivering engaging broadcasts, conducting interviews, and ensuring quality content through research and collaboration.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced

Arts Journalist

An Arts Journalist writes articles and reviews on arts topics, researching events and interviewing artists to engage readers with cultural trends.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Content Editor

Content Editors refine written material for clarity and engagement, ensuring quality and consistency while collaborating with writers and designers.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

Music Journalist

A Music Journalist writes and edits content about music events, concerts, and artist interviews for media, requiring strong communication skills.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Advanced

Freelance Editor

Freelance Editors independently refine written content for accuracy and quality, collaborating with clients and managing their own business operations.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Media Advisor

Media Advisors manage and enhance an organisation's public image through strategic communication, crafting press releases, coordinating media, and advising on strategies.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Entertainment Journalist

Entertainment Journalists cover popular culture and entertainment, creating articles, videos, and podcasts on topics like celebrities, films, TV, and lifestyle trends.

Avg yearly income $73,580
Skill level Advanced

International Journalist

An International Journalist reports on global news, attends press conferences, conducts interviews, and writes articles, ensuring accuracy under tight deadlines.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Sports Journalist

A Sports Journalist covers sports news, events, and athletes, creating articles, interviews, and video content, while reporting live and collaborating with editors.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Advanced

Critic

Critics review trends in food, fashion, and culture, attending premieres, writing articles, and sharing experiences to express their opinions publicly.

Avg yearly income $64,376
Skill level Advanced

Arts Writer

An Arts Writer creates engaging critiques of visual arts, theatre, music, and literature by attending events, conducting interviews, and writing insightful articles.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Editorial Writer

An Editorial Writer creates engaging content for various media, researching topics, drafting articles, and collaborating with editors to ensure quality.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Creative Writer

A Creative Writer produces engaging content for various platforms, involving research, writing, editing, and collaboration to enhance brand connection.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced

Science Journalist

A Science Journalist reports on scientific research and discoveries, conducting interviews and creating engaging content for various media outlets.

Avg yearly income $69,576
Skill level Advanced

Blog Writer

Blog Writers create SEO-friendly content for websites, handling tasks like research, drafting posts, and analysing audience engagement.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

Tender Writer

Tender Writers specialise in crafting grant and tender applications, researching opportunities, gathering information, and ensuring timely submissions.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Fiction Writer

A Fiction Writer creates engaging narratives in various genres, developing characters and plots while collaborating with editors and refining their craft.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Advanced

Grant Writer

A Grant Writer researches and drafts proposals to secure funding for organisations, requiring strong writing and organisational skills.

Avg yearly income $69,680
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in journalism and writing

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB40820

Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
Online
8 - 18 months
$1,250 - $5,009
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marketing Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant Brand Manager
Event Coordinator Social Media Coordinator SEO Specialist Public Relations Officer Content Manager Communications Officer Marketing Consultant
+ 7 more
10904NAT

Diploma of Social Media Marketing
Online
12 - 24 months
$4,295 - $6,105
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Content Creator Social Media Manager Digital Marketing Assistant
Content Specialist Social Media Strategist Content Marketing Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Content Creator Social Media Manager Digital Marketing Assistant Content Specialist Social Media Strategist Content Marketing Manager + 3 more

Digital Marketing: Foundations
Online
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Digital Editor Social Media Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant
Marketing Assistant Content Writer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Digital Editor Social Media Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant Marketing Assistant Content Writer + 2 more

Bachelor of Screen Production
On Campus
36 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Designer Television Producer VFX Artist
Director of Photography Film Editor Studio Executive Film Director Filmmaker Camera Operator Film Producer Cinematographer Videographer Screenwriter Video Producer
+ 11 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Designer Television Producer VFX Artist Director of Photography Film Editor Studio Executive Film Director Filmmaker Camera Operator Film Producer Cinematographer Videographer Screenwriter Video Producer + 11 more
CUA40118

Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing
Blended, On Campus
12 - 24 months
$11,521
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Proofreader Technical Writer Editor
Writer Copywriter Content Writer Blog Writer Fiction Writer Freelance Editor
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Proofreader Technical Writer Editor Writer Copywriter Content Writer Blog Writer Fiction Writer Freelance Editor + 6 more
CUA50118

Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$15,817
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Freelance Editor Science Journalist Fiction Writer
Grant Writer Writer Editor
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Freelance Editor Science Journalist Fiction Writer Grant Writer Writer Editor + 3 more
CUA60620

Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Digital Cinema)
On Campus
12 months
$7,356
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Film Editor Director of Photography Video Editor
Screenwriter Video Producer Cinematographer Film Producer Camera Operator Film Director Television Producer
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Film Editor Director of Photography Video Editor Screenwriter Video Producer Cinematographer Film Producer Camera Operator Film Director Television Producer + 7 more
CUA51020

Diploma of Screen and Media (Radio and Podcasting)
On Campus
4 - 12 months
$6,012
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Radio Presenter Radio Producer Podcaster
Broadcast Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Radio Presenter Radio Producer Podcaster Broadcast Technician + 1 more
CUA41220

Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Radio & Podcasting)
Traineeship
4 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Broadcast Technician Content Creator Podcaster
Radio Producer Radio Broadcaster Scriptwriter Digital Producer Radio Presenter Sales Assistant
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Broadcast Technician Content Creator Podcaster Radio Producer Radio Broadcaster Scriptwriter Digital Producer Radio Presenter Sales Assistant + 6 more
CUA41220

Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Journalism)
Traineeship
4 months
$12,560
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Freelance Writer Editorial Assistant Content Writer
Journalist Production Assistant Multimedia Writer Social Media Coordinator Content Creator
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Freelance Writer Editorial Assistant Content Writer Journalist Production Assistant Multimedia Writer Social Media Coordinator Content Creator + 5 more
CUA51020

Diploma of Screen and Media (Journalism)
On Campus
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Science Journalist News Reporter Feature Writer
Photojournalist Journalist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Science Journalist News Reporter Feature Writer Photojournalist Journalist + 2 more

Bachelor of Journalism
On Campus, Online
3 years
$48,097 - $107,040
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Journalist Communications Adviser Content Writer
Content Creator Feature Writer Freelance Writer Broadcaster Media Officer Media Researcher News Reporter Foreign Correspondent Editorial Assistant Science Journalist Critic Radio Presenter Reporter Arts Journalist Public Affairs Consultant Media Advisor Music Journalist
+ 17 more

Bachelor of Communication
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$49,057 - $113,160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Music Journalist Media Advisor Content Editor
Presenter Radio Presenter Digital Content Coordinator Public Affairs Consultant Editorial Assistant Public Relations Executive Speech Writer Columnist Newsreader Communications Coordinator Media Consultant Content Specialist Editor Podcaster Community Engagement Officer Communications Manager Change And Communications Manager Communications Adviser Journalist Content Writer Content Executive Media Buyer Publisher
+ 23 more

Bachelor of Media
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$47,520 - $48,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Radio Broadcaster Journalist Broadcaster
Digital Editor Digital Media Manager Newsreader Columnist Commentator News Reporter Studio Executive Entertainment Journalist Sports Journalist Sports Broadcaster Critic Radio Presenter Presenter Reporter Arts Journalist Music Journalist Content Strategist
+ 17 more

Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
On Campus
3 years
$50,400 - $52,313
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fiction Writer Music Journalist Media Lawyer
Media Advisor Arts Journalist Content Editor Reporter Radio Presenter Arts Writer Critic Sports Broadcaster Sports Journalist International Journalist Entertainment Journalist Editorial Assistant Book Editor Foreign Correspondent Publishing Coordinator News Reporter Presenter Commentator Newsreader Digital Editor Broadcaster Journalist Radio Broadcaster Content Writer Editor Multimedia Writer
+ 26 more

Bachelor of Arts (Advertising)
On Campus
3 years
$50,976 - $107,040
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Advertising Manager Advertising Specialist Creative Director
Media Buyer Advertising Copywriter Media Planner
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Advertising Manager Advertising Specialist Creative Director Media Buyer Advertising Copywriter Media Planner + 3 more

Bachelor of Arts (Applied Linguistics)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$50,766
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
French Teacher Foreign Language Analyst Japanese Translator
Japanese Interpreter Japanese Language Teacher Language Tutor Language Teacher Language Analyst Interpreter Translator Writer Applied Linguist
+ 8 more

Bachelor of Arts (Communications and Media Studies)
On Campus
3 years
$50,976 - $96,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Journalist Public Relations Officer Communications Coordinator
Sponsorship Manager Media Researcher Digital Editor
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Journalist Public Relations Officer Communications Coordinator Sponsorship Manager Media Researcher Digital Editor + 3 more

Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$27,942 - $79,920
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Travel Writer Screenwriter Proofreader
Technical Writer Literary Agent Publishing Assistant Scriptwriter Author Biographer Advertising Copywriter Playwright Speech Writer Columnist Book Editor Content Writer Publisher Novelist Writer Grant Writer Fiction Writer Music Journalist Arts Journalist Entertainment Journalist Critic Arts Writer
+ 22 more

Bachelor of Arts (Cultural Studies)
On Campus, Online
3 years
$39,135 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arts Writer Critic Music Historian
Archaeological Consultant Cultural Anthropologist Academic Researcher Cultural Advisor Social Researcher Arts Administrator
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arts Writer Critic Music Historian Archaeological Consultant Cultural Anthropologist Academic Researcher Cultural Advisor Social Researcher Arts Administrator + 6 more
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More about journalism and writing courses

If you are passionate about storytelling and want to carve a niche in the media industry, exploring Journalism and Writing courses in Australia is a fantastic way to start. With 79 courses available, there is a diverse range of options to suit different skill levels and interests. For beginners, the Digital Marketing: Foundations course is an excellent introduction. It provides foundational skills necessary to thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

For those with previous experience or qualifications, the advanced courses cater to a variety of professional interests. Courses like the Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication or the Bachelor of Journalism offer in-depth knowledge and skills tailored for the dynamic world of media. Additionally, the ever-popular Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing can significantly enhance your writing prowess across multiple platforms.

Studying locally is also an option with reputable training providers such as RMIT University and The University of Sydney, both of which offer comprehensive courses in Journalism and Writing. These campus-based programs not only provide face-to-face interaction with experienced instructors but also foster a creative community that can be invaluable as you embark on your career.

Upon completing your Journalism and Writing training, numerous career paths await you. Graduates can pursue roles such as a Audio Visual Technician, Radio Producer, or even a Film Editor. These positions allow for creative expression and have a significant impact on storytelling across various media forms.

Our comprehensive list of courses also highlights other significant job roles in the industry including Camera Assistant, Sound Engineer, and Stage Technician. Each of these roles requires different skill sets, making it essential to choose the right course that aligns with your career aspirations.

The rich tapestry of Journalism and Writing courses available on Courses.com.au ensures that aspiring writers and journalists have access to comprehensive training. With an array of qualified trainers and campus-based options throughout Australia, you’re sure to find a program that fits your needs and bolsters your career trajectory in the exciting world of media.

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