A journalist investigates, informs, and amplifies truth through ethical storytelling. They research, interview, and verify facts, crafting narratives for diverse media while upholding impartiality. Covering politics, culture, or global crises, they expose injustices, hold power accountable, and combat misinformation. Ethical rigor, adaptability to digital tools, and deadline resilience define their work. Amid shrinking newsrooms and polarization, journalists champion democracy by fostering informed debate. They navigate risks—from censorship to conflict zones—to document history’s first draft, driven by civic duty and a commitment to truth.