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Journalist
What 15 fast-growing companies ask for — updated September 2026
Across 132 active Journalist postings, Communication is the most-requested skill — in 44% of listings, ahead of Written Communication and Creativity. 15 companies are hiring right now, led by TEGNA Inc.. 27% of Journalist roles now call for AI skills, and 11% are remote.
132active postings
27%ask for AI skills
11%remote
15companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Communication | 44% | |
| Written Communication | 38% | |
| Creativity | 29% | |
| Organization | 27% | |
| Digital Content | 21% | |
| Content Creation | 20% | |
| Media | 19% | |
| Photography | 17% | |
| Artificial Intelligence | 14% | |
| Flexibility | 14% | |
| Collaboration | 14% | |
| Generative AI | 13% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| TEGNA Inc. | 63 |
| The New York Times | 17 |
| eScribers | 15 |
| Axios | 11 |
| Prevail | 7 |
| Financial Times | 4 |