The job market for law library or news media library positions is not great. As a non-degree technician and laid off from a law library in 2007, it has been an incrediably difficult situation. I also have a journalism background. Many law libraries (nationwide) face reduced budgets and are restructuring. Part of the problem is technology greatly reduces the need for print material collections. For example, on-line legal research via Lexis or Westlaw enable lawyers to find and print information without books. Many law firms have discontinued or eliminated their libraries and reduced library staff. As for newspapers, there are similar trends with electronic resources such as databases and the internet. Many publications will be electronic only. There are still library support jobs and need for librarians but advanced technology and database skills will increase marketability.

I don't know your background but I think a support position is a good start. I suggest a course in legal research. As for newspapers, a Journalism background is essential. Good luck!