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Journalism and mass communication is very vast. Within time it’s developing and increasing its power and reach more and more. It started from old techniques and today it stands in the world of the internet. Are you looking to become a full time or freelance journalist? It’s okay, we will give all the details here.
Qualities journalist should have
Most of us thought that Anchor just stood or sat in the frame or started doing their job. But no. Journalism field required a full knowledge book for a person. History, present, future and constitution this is all a one journalist should know. What is happening in politics, country and world, journalists should know all.
Journalist should know what is printing is newspaper and telecasting in television. Except from this one should have interest in reading, speaking and writing. Have knowledge of writing without grammatical errors, hindi-English typing and editing can become a journalist.
Why journalism
Only one field gives you power to write press on your identification card or vehicle, it is journalism and mass communication. Does not makes anyone feel special? Journalism is part of democracy. It is to raise awareness and educate citizens. Journalism field gives you power, respect and fame as well. If we talk about anchors, they are like celebrities nowadays. So anyone who is passionate about becoming a journalist can have a secure Career in this field.
Education qualifications to become journalist
There are so many reputed journalists like Rajat Sharma( Anchor at India tv) and Ravish Ranjan(reporter at NDTV) who don’t have qualifications in journalism. All that matters is your knowledge and passion to become a journalist. If we talk about qualification we can pursue bachelor’s in journalism and mass communication, Ma in journalism and any other diploma offered by many government and private institutions. List mentioned below :
1. Ba honours in journalism
2. Ba honours is hindi journalism and mass communication
3. Ma in convergent journalism
4. Ma in journalism and mass communication
5 Diploma :
Hindi journalism
News production
TV journalism
Radio Journalism
Development Journalism
Right Skill = Bright Future
Which university or institution is better
Every university, college and institution have its own values to teach students. Journalism fields have more field work so they conduct both types of classes practical and theory. There are so many options like Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi University, Maharishi Dayanand University, Amity, IIMC, India today institute and many more. All i can say is Everyone who is teaching is Good it’s you who make it better.
Career option after pursuing Journalism
Journalism started from print but now it is more than print. From newspaper to magazine, radio to television and public relation to Advertisement and new media. After pursuing Journalism person have option, mentioned below :
1. Writer
2. News writer
3. Producer
4. Reporter
5. Editor
6. Sub Editor
7. Anchor
8. Reporter
9. Voice over artist
10. Public relation officer
11. Advertisement
12. Typist
13. Freelance
14. Content writer
15. Teacher
And so much more. Journalism and mass communication is a very big and deep field where any deserving person can work.
Salary package
A person with skill can earn a perfect package in the journalism field. Starting from 15 thousand to 1 or more lakh in a month. There are so many journalists who are earning more than 1 lakh per month. Except from this we can earn by doing freelance, editing or proofreading and voice over and many more options. As I mentioned before, salary is totally going to be on the basis of your skills, knowledge and confidence.
Journalism and mass communication is full of opportunity. If you wish to become a journalist, your efforts can make you reach there.
Journalism and media is Diamond
Journalism and media having more than 900 permitted private news/television channels, which creates a lot of opportunities and job prospects for the students pursuing journalism.
Every year about 40-50% students choose journalism as their career to become a journalist in India. Candidates usually study journalism, communication or English to become a journalist. 69% of journalists have a bachelor’s degree and 10% have a master’s degree.
Students can take any stream with English as a major subject in class 12th, and obtain 50% marks (for general) or 45% marks (for reserved categories) to be eligible for a career in journalism can do. After 12th they can do diploma course in English, BA Journalism or Communication or Journalism. However, Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication (BJMC) is the most preferred course to become a journalist in India. After graduation they can do MJMC course or master course in journalism or mass communication.
By: Geetu Katyal
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