How much does a Music Journalist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Music Journalist in the United States is $24 as of September 01, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $22 and $27. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Music Journalist

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Weigel Broadcasting - Milwaukee , WI
... Journalist . Join our news team in a dynamic, inclusive, fast-paced newsroom where we bring our ... Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on ...
Lensa - 33 days ago
Phoenix New Times - Phoenix , AZ
... music, arts and culture, and more. * A journalist with a track record of crafting breaking stories on deadline with crisp writing and the ability to tell stories about people impacted by what you're ...
LinkedIn - 33 days ago
Shore Fire Media - New York , NY
We're looking for someone with a deep passion for music, startup and internet culture, and new ... with journalist and clients • you are a voracious consumer of media and news • you have ...
LinkedIn - 40 days ago
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises - Fort Worth , TX
... and music programs. Telemundo Communications Group, Inc. is an operating subsidiary of NBC ... This is a great opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best journalists in the market
LinkedIn - 49 days ago
World Science Festival - New York , NY
... arts, journalism and education. Founded in 2008, WSF is viewed by many as the premier platform ... With formats spanning innovative works of theatre, film, dance and music, immersive live and ...
LinkedIn - 88 days ago
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Average Hourly Wage

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Music Journalist in the United States. The average hourly rate for Music Journalist ranges from $22 to $27 with the average hourly pay of $24. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $22 to $28 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $25.

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