Journalists research, write, edit and file news stories, features and articles. Their pieces are used on television and radio or within magazines, journals and newspapers, most of which will be both in print and online. Journalists write and assemble news stories that will interest their audience.A Journalist, or Reporter, is responsible for researching and writing informational news articles and stories about real events using a fair and unbiased perspective. Their duties include interviewing experts, gathering first-hand accounts of events and organizing an outline into a cohesive, interesting story.