Where Can You Find Employment for a Music Journalist?

by Steph Flood

Overview

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Music has always been a part of the world's ever-changing cultures. Albums and bands are always coming and going and many journalists are called on to review the music of the times. Music journalism is a niche employment area that is small, but as diverse as the publications that exist today.
Magazines

There is a sea of music magazines that are looking for freelance writers to cover music features, interviews and reviews. Contracts vary from work-for-hire or just getting paid on publication. They may possibly have open staff positions as well.

Newspapers

Newspapers are regular and daily publications that have often need music features and reviews to feed their entertainment sections. Journalists can be hired for freelance work or can be included on staff.
Ezines

Magazines have moved into the online scene during these technological changes. Online publications look for media footage and even audio clips that freelance music writers send to them.
Books

Employment could also be in the form of a book deal and contract from a literary agent or publisher. A music journalist must be experienced and active on projects to meet this criteria.
Hubs

Music journalists can get hired on with a reputable and efficient online hub. These publications usually pay based upon how many viewers visit and the number of times advertisements are clicked.

Overview