The career path to becoming a journalist is very specific, and starts early. Writing is the major skill needed to be a touted reporter, so it is necessary …show more content…
The average starting pay level for sports journalism in Wisconsin is $17,890 per year, and $19,650 per year nationally (WISCareers NP). Once I accumulate a following, I take my talents to the next level and apply at ESPN for a job opening either in front, or behind the camera. There I will have to work my way from behind the scene on stage, from minor to major roles, and eventually becoming a major contributor as a major sports analyst. While in the spotlight I will reach the national top pay level of $74,000 per year, and I will eventually surpass it as I reach celebrity status (WISCareers NP). As a key member of ESPN, I will receive major opportunities that otherwise would not be available. I will have the opportunity to travel to major league stadiums to cover games, attend championships, report internationally at the Olympics, and meet both current, and former athletes while getting paid. Once I gain seniority at ESPN, I will be living any diehard sports fan’s …show more content…
To start my career, I will work from my home during the day, as I try to create a reputation as an esteemed reporter. Early in my career I will only travel to cover live events when I feel necessary, and when I can afford the expense of travel. Since the trips will be on my own dollar, it is unlikely that I will make many trips outside local, or regional games. When I take my talents the next level, I will spend all my time, year round, in Bristol, Connecticut, at the ESPN studios. There, I will spend a lot of time behind the scenes in the office, working at night producing, and writing as I wait for my shot at fame. As I begin to get roles in front of the camera, I will start at night during less desirable hours as I work to gain experience at the next level. As I excel, I will be promoted and constantly shifted to more prime or desirable hours, in order to increase my exposure. Eventually, I will be working for the five o’clock prime time SportsCenter; only then will I gain the opportunities for major travel. As a senior member of the reporting crew I will travel to major sporting events to give a detailed report as a primary