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So, here I am, a fresh graduate from university, trying to make sense of the world with my newly acquired journalism degree. And they tell me, write an article, they said. It will be fun, they said. Well, here goes nothing.

First off, let’s talk about the job market for new grads. Not really sure why this matters, but apparently, it’s a big deal. The market, you see, it’s kinda like a roller coaster, except not fun and it doesn’t end in 2 minutes. It goes up, it goes down, and sometimes it just stops in the middle, leaving you hanging upside down wondering why you even got on in the first place.

• Applying for jobs? Prepare for rejections.
• Interviews? More like interrogations.
• Offers? Don’t make me laugh.

Maybe it’s just me, but I feel like universities should have a course called “Surviving the Real World 101”. I mean, sure, knowing the history of journalism is cool and all, but how about teaching us how to write a resume that doesn’t get thrown in the trash?

And let’s not even start on the expectations vs. reality of being a journalist. Expectation: Travel the world, uncovering truths, making a difference. Reality: Stuck at a desk, rewriting press releases, wondering if your coffee has always tasted like existential dread.

Expectations: Pulitzer Prize by 30.Reality: Pulitzer Prize for best cat meme compilation.

Oh, and the best part? The feedback. “Great article, but can you make it more…viral?” Sure, let me just sprinkle some viral dust on it. Why didn’t I think of that?

In conclusion, being a newly graduated journalist is a wild ride. It’s like, you spend all this time learning about ethics, and sources, and in-depth reporting, only to end up trying to figure out which Kardashian is pregnant again because apparently, that’s what people want to read about.

So, to all my fellow new grads out there, navigating this crazy world of journalism, I say this: Keep your head up, your coffee strong, and your expectations low. And remember, it’s not about the byline or the paycheck. It’s about…actually, I’m not really sure what it’s about. But hey, maybe that’s just part of the adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What’s the Big Deal with Surprises?

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