Feature Reporter (Magazines)
たんぼうきしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who handles magazine article production, conducting on-site reporting and interviews to write engaging articles.
Description
Feature reporters (magazines) visit regions, companies, cultural facilities, etc., both domestically and internationally to produce story-driven articles for readers. They handle on-site reporting, interviews with relevant parties, photo shooting, information organization, and creation of reporting notes. In the planning stage, they collaborate with the editorial department to formulate reporting plans. They compose articles based on materials obtained from shooting and interviews, considering page layouts and coordination with other media, and perform writing and revisions. Schedule management, budget adjustments, compliance with laws and reporting manners are also important. In recent years, skills in collaboration with digital media, SNS posting, and multimedia content production are required.
Future Outlook
Although the magazine market is shrinking, demand for reporters who can handle in-depth reporting and digital collaboration for content expansion in multimedia is expected to remain stable or increase.
Personality Traits
Able to act independently / Curious and inquisitive / Excellent communication skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Desk Work / Freelance / On-Location Work / Partial Remote OK / Publisher Employment
Career Path
Assistant Reporter → Feature Reporter → Senior Reporter/Desk Assignment → Editor (Desk) → Editor-in-Chief
Required Skills
Interview Skills / Journalistic Ethics / Reporting Planning and Execution / Research / Writing Ability
Recommended Skills
Data Journalism / Foreign Language Proficiency / Photo and Video Shooting / SEO Writing / SNS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to changing reporting environments and situations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To avoid misinformation and create accurate articles. |
| Communication Skills | To communicate effectively with subjects during reporting and interviews. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To come up with attractive angles and article structures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To proactively discover and pursue reporting themes. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To quickly understand and acquire information in various fields. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and adjust reporting schedules, routes, and budgets. |
| Problem Solving | To respond to sudden troubles or changes on-site. |
| Stress Tolerance | To endure deadlines and harsh reporting environments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little numerical analysis work. |
Aliases
- Magazine Reporter
- Reportage Writer
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