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Pictures need to be in the right place and names properly aligned. It's a lot of busy work, but every journalist starts somewhere.
S M T W T F S
9:00 - 15:00
§115
N/A
None
0
2
Blog Writer
The Internet is a vast place just screaming for writers to come forth and write about everything on their minds. With a little creativity you can go far.
S M T W T F S
13:00 - 18:00
§228
§456
None
1
3
Internet Movie Critic
Perks like free movie passes and buttered popcorn make the business of reviewing films -- both good and bad ones -- a nice gig.
S M T W T F S
14:00 - 20:00
§287
§574
Charisma: 1
Creativity: 1
2
4
Fact Checker
Every detail and fact needs to be checked and double checked. In a world filled with lawsuits and libel you're the paper's last line of factual defense!
S M T W T F S
09:00 - 16:00
§385
§770
Cooking: 1
Charisma: 2
Creativity: 2
3
5
Obituary Writer
In time every Sim must part with the world and it's your job to honor them...or at least write something interesting. Work on your Creativity to move onto bigger beats.
S MT W T F S
11:00 - 17:00
§457
§914
Cooking: 2
Charisma: 3
Creativity: 3
4
6
Horoscope Writer
Sims around the city read your column every day to see what their future holds. What will the day bring according to you?
S M T W T F S
10:00 - 15:00
§668
§1336
Cooking: 4
Charisma: 4
Creativity: 4
5
7
Sports Columnist
The city is full of great teams and readers want to know your take on them. Stay Charismatic and cook up a few more stories to stay on top.
S M T W T F S
13:00 - 19:00
§874
§1,748
Cooking: 4
Charisma: 6
Creativity: 5
7
8
Investigatory Journalist
You're on the case and nothing bad will cross your desk without investigation. Blow the whistle and keep your readers informed!
S M T W T F S
12:00 - 19:00
§1,168
§2,336
Cooking: 5
Charisma: 8
Creativity: 6
9
9
Magazine Editor
You're the editor in charge of the hottest magazine on the market -- if it's stylish, interesting, or worth reading about, your staff is on it.
S M T W T F S
09:00 - 16:00
§1,460
§2,920
Creativity: 7
Charisma: 9
Cooking: 5
11
10
Media Magnate
It isn't easy being the owner of countless media outlets, but the power and wealth that accompanies the responsibility is more than enough compensation
Pictures need to be in the right place and names properly aligned. It's a lot of busy work, but every journalist starts somewhere.
S M T W T F S
15:00 - 18:00
§57
N/A
None
0
2
Blog Writer
The Internet is a vast place just screaming for writers to come forth and write about everything on their minds. With a little creativity you can go far.
S M T W T F S
15:00 - 18:00
§84
§168
Creativity: 1
3
Internet Movie Critic
Perks like free movie passes and buttered popcorn make the business of reviewing films -- both good and bad ones -- a nice gig.
How to apply: Directly at work place, Newspaper, Computer
Performance options: Writing skill
Promotion Levels
Level
Name
Description
Work Time
Compensation
Performance Factors
Perks (cumulative)
1
Paper Boy
Extra! Extra! Let others read all about it. You have no time to sift through the news section when everyone else is waiting to get their paper. Throw the papers just right to land them on the customers’ doorsteps and the Editor may be able to find a desk job for you.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 2PM
Pay §38/hour
Promotional Bonus N/A
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 3
Other Mood, Writing
2
Automated Spell-Checker Checker
In this high-tech world, it’s still important to have that Sim touch. As an Automated Spell Checker, it’s up to you to know the ins and outs of grammar to ensure the computer never gets it wrong. Touch up your writing skills while you’re at it, but try not to be too verbose.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 2PM
Pay §44/hour
Promotional Bonus §608
Pension §§
Skills Writing:3
Other
3
Freelance Writer
The Editor doesn’t have room on the payroll to give you a permanent position, but she values yours skills as a Freelance Writer. You’ll need to bring in some great scoops to progress, because there’s a long line of writers all competing for the same few inches of the front page.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 2PM
Pay §50/hour
Promotional Bonus §704
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 4
Other Stories
Can Interview
4
Professional Blogger
The internet thing is really blowing up and the Editor wants you to start writing for the Online News Group. The Professional Blogger is able to take advantage of hip new slang, cleverly modified images, and web links to spread news and opinions to readers worldwide. ROFL.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 2PM
Pay §76/hour
Promotional Bonus §800
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 6
Other Stories
Can interview, write articles
5
Anonymous Source Handler
Hot tips are coming off the wire all over town and somebody, namely you, needs to manage the flow of information. Respect the anonymity of others and pass along only the best information and you’ll do well as an Anonymous Source Handler. It’s a good time to work on your charisma, because people that like you talk more generously.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 12PM
Pay §97/hour
Promotional Bonus §1216
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 7 Charisma: 4
Other Stories
6
Investigative Reporter
Papers are flying off shelves, but that’s not enough! You’ve been tasked to bring in dirt on anything of interest ot the newspaper buying public. Dig too deep and you may bite off more than you can chew. Not deep enough, and you’re not worthy of your investigative Reporter badge. It’s a fine line, and you’re the one who must walk it.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 1PM
Pay §126/hour
Promotional Bonus N/A
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 8 Charisma: 6
Other Stories
7
Weather Man
After shedding some light on a few serious issues, the Editor now thinks you’re due for a little time in the sun, with a slight chance of rain. Enjoy it, as the Weather Man is the only job where you can be wrong 100% of the time and still be valued! Bring the weather report to the masses and you just may get the nod to do some real news work.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 1PM
Pay §151/hour
Promotional Bonus 2016
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 9 Charisma: 7
Other
8
Lead Reporter
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Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 1PM
Pay §189/hour
Promotional Bonus {{{bonus}}}
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 9 Charisma: 8
Other Stories
9
Editor-In-Chief
The view of the busting office looks great from the Editor’s chair. It’s never easy juggling placement of the top stories, convincing advertisers to spring for the full pager, or bringing in the best writing talent, but that’s what the news business is all about.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 1PM
Pay §236/hour
Promotional Bonus N/A
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 10 Charisma: 9
Other Stories
10
Star News Anchor
Without peer, [sim name] is in charge.
Tonight’s top story is delivered through your pearly whites, and the town swoons with every word. You’re the most trusted person in town, because you’re the Star News Anchor. Bring in the news, tell it like it is, and always wish everyone a good night.
Days Off S M T W T F S
Hours 8AM to 12PM
Pay §383/hour
Promotional Bonus N/A
Pension §§
Skills Writing: 10 Charisma: 10
Other Stories
Opportunities
Why Did The Journalist Cross the Road?
Received: Work
Goal: Read "Street or Sidewalk: A Cautionary Tale"
Reward: Improve your job performance and relationship with your boss.
Text: Your boss thinks it's of the upmost importance that you read this book, "Street or Sidewalk: A Cautionary Tale." It's "critical" for your education as a journalist. If doing this helps your job performance and makes the boss like you more, so be it.
Check This
Received: Work
Goal: Read "Faster Checking Through the Power of Word Processing"
Reward: Improve your job performance and relationship with your boss.
Text: More reading material, straight from the desk of the Editor. Take the time to read Faster Checking Through the Power of Word Processing," and you'll end up with a boss that likes you more, and better job performance.
Channel Surfing
Received: Work
Goal: Watch TV for 8 hours
Reward: Cash bonus
Text: Television has a powerful effect on viewers and the Network wants you to experience them first hand. . . for data purposes. Watch 8 hours of television - not necessarily at once - and report back with your findings. There will be a decent cash reward for your efforts.