When it comes time to look for a job, there are a number of cities you can go to work in media. While New York is the center of the media world, it’s far from the only place to find a job or establish a lengthy and successful career. Here’s a rundown of what various cities have to offer in the way of major publications.
New York
New York is unique because it's both a hub for numerous industries, like finance and fashion, as well as for publishing itself. This means that all the major magazine publishers are based here, along with all the big book publishers. Most of the major news networks are also based here.
Los Angeles
L.A. is home to Hollywood, which means it’s a great town to be an entertainment reporter in. And, as one of the major cities in the country, it's also home to a number of other media outlets for those who want to do something other than entertainment journalism.
Washington, D.C.
Because Washington, D.C., is the seat of our national government it’s a mecca for political reporters. If you want to cover national politics -- whether it be the White House or the House of Representatives -- this is the place to be.
Atlanta
Not only is Atlanta the national hub of Delta airways, it's also Ted Turner's home base. Turner, a media mogul, owns a number of major media companies, including CNN, so there's quite a bit of opportunity in this southern city.