Graphic and multimedia designers vs Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters Salary (2025)

How do Graphic and multimedia designers and Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £8,333 more per year (25% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricGraphic and multimedia designersNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersDifference
Median Annual£32,999£41,332-£8,333
Mean Annual£35,216£43,544-£8,328
Monthly£2,750£3,444-£694
Weekly£635£795-£160
Hourly£15.86£19.87-£4.01

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileGraphic and multimedia designersNewspaper and periodical journalists and reporters
10th (Entry)£21,571£25,099
25th£27,034£31,240
50th (Median)£32,999£41,332
75th£41,374£53,291
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Graphic and multimedia designers or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
A Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns more. The median salary for a Graphic and multimedia designers is £32,999, whilst a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £41,332 — a difference of £8,333 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Graphic and multimedia designers and a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
The difference is £8,333 per year. Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Graphic and multimedia designers or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
From a salary perspective, Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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