If the idea of working in an exciting and creative field appeals to you, then you may find media, publishing and journalism to be your cup of tea! There is a wide array of job roles and careers in these fields.
As a publisher or journalist, you can either work in an organisation or work independently as a freelancer. There are plenty of universities around the world that offer courses in media and journalism. Depending on what media you want to specialise in, you can choose TV and broadcasting or print publishing among others.
It is also possible to get an apprenticeship in journalism. You will not always be dealing with a topic that interests you, but as a journalist you will need to push yourself and take risks. Whether you're reporting about mobile phone insurance or climate change, the same level of dedication will take you far.
The industry is very competitive and largely saturated. In recent years, even the freelance market is crowded and competitive. Getting unpaid internships is also not easy and one needs to show talent, capability and dedication to be able to sustain a job in this industry.
As I said before, there is a vast variety of job roles in this sector. Jobs in publishing, media and journalism don't just include reporters, presenters and editors. There are numerous other interesting roles which can be exciting and rewarding.