Introduction -Career in Journalism in India
There are many prospects for a Career in Journalism in India. But for the same, it demands a command of skill.
All of us know that journalism is concerned with the exchange of messages or news from one place to many people. For details, please refer .https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Journalism
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Details of Career in Journalism in India
Skill for a Career in Journalism
By acquiring skills in different areas, you can start a business or get a source of livelihood in that area. However, it will need attention to the following abilities:
(1) Strong language base
You should develop a command of English and Hindi along with your mother tongue.
(2) Having an informed mind
The purpose of journalism is to take news from one place to all places. Hence, You should take training on technology for presenting the information.
(3) Be confident and patient
A journalist should possess both the above-mentioned qualities. Because the message or news you deliver should have enough power that you don’t panic while delivering it. You should be patient so that even if it takes a long time to find out the true news, you do not panic.
(4) The basis of consciousness
A journalist needs to keep his eyes and ears more open than others. Because you do not know when you will get what news, so you have to become conscious.
(5) Good communication skills
A strong foundation of communication skills is essential for a journalist to read, write and speak. So that people can take an interest in reading, listening and understanding the information being provided by you.
(6) Sturdy base
Your grip and strong mental and physical ability are the pillars of good journalism on the various subjects of your choice. Because you can read the need of giving information on politics, religion, culture, social issues etc. At any time.
(7) Computer knowledge base
Keeping in mind the current environment, you should know how to use a computer/mobile etc.
(8) Typing
Keeping in mind the era of digital electronics, knowledge of typing is a skill for quick and accurate exchange of information.
(9) Impartiality in views
India is a country based on different languages and cultures, hence while writing any message, you should keep in mind that no culture or regional language has rights over you.
(10) Time is valuable
Time is the most precious asset of a human being, hence only useful information should be provided
Different types of journalism
(1) Printing Journalism
This is the oldest form of journalism which provides information via printing in newspapers and magazines.
(2) Electronic Journalism
The field of radio and television comes under this method. Apart from studies in this type of journalism, various other information is also provided in Audio-Video form.
(3) Media journalism
We call it digital or online media (medium). Via this method, journalism is growing in the fastest way. e.g. We are using various ‘apps’ such as Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter etc.
4) Knowledge Contact Journalism
The purpose of this type of journalism is to present the image of a person or institution positively in front of the public and these are business institutions, political organizations, etc.
The career in journalism mentioned above is based on your skills. For details referhttps://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree/journalism
Brief Description of the Career in Journalism:
News reporter
A News reporter’s main objective is that the information and observation of various events, happening at the present time should be available in a suitable way through a suitable medium.
You as a news editor
The main work of news editors in journalism is in the field of printing. which every day we decide who will write which article, and which news and photo will be before others.
photographer
As a press photographer, you capture live photographs to report various happenings or to record lifestyles. Then newspapers, magazines, or online media reproduce these photographs.
video editor
Video editors typically work to edit recorded video into a finished product suitable for broadcast. They use Sound effects, video, graphics, and special effects in making this work.
cameraman
The cameraman’s job is to capture a predetermined film/photo, plan the scenes for audio/video recording, set up the room equipment in the right place, and follow the predetermined camera script. The cameraman has to be proficient in various skills.
The theme is writing
To develop the right material for the article after a thorough study of the topic on which the article is being written. The same material is published on online blogs, magazines, websites, etc.
official news system
It works in different ways in different countries. Various channels in India have the right to go to the political party or leader and ask them and convey the correct information about the progress or obstacles to the public.
In the Netherlands, the broadcaster has to present different programs for different sections of the society, for this they are given a fixed time.
Media House /Media Agency
Media houses/media agencies are marketing organizations.
Education
Journalism teachers work to make students proficient in skills in all areas related to journalism. Because the tasks are many hence, different teachers are appointed for different skills.
radio announcer
Presenting news radio, and presenting different programs is the job of radio announcers.
Television Anchor
Presenting news on Television,and presenting different programs is the job of a Television Anchor
news website
In this new digital age, apart from radio, Television, and newspapers, there are websites to distribute online news. These Web sites contain a large amount of information. However this information may not be considered news by all audiences.
Business Journalism
Production House is also recognized by the name, production company or production studio. It offers career opportunities in the following fields:
- Performing Arts,
- Drama,
- New Media Art Files
- Radio,
- Comics,
- Interactive Arts,
- Video Games,
- Web site,
- Music, etc.
Prasar Bharati
The task of Prasar Bharati is to give maximum frequency to different cultures, sports and youth affairs. For Promoting social justice and ensuring the security of the working classes, minorities and tribal communities.
Publication Design
Publication design is responsible for assisting in creating internal products. Photography and Composition style helps to create catalogues, advertisements, etc. It involves working with creative software to move from a fictional scene to a real scene based on the author’s original concept.
Film Making (Business of Journalism)
A career in journalism has many opportunities in film making and these are mentioned below:
- historian
- journalist
- makeup artist
- various costume designers
- digital videographer
- film archivist
- critic of film
- doing film business
- lighting creator
- independent services
Independent services
It is a special area of Career in Journalism. As an independent service man, you can provide different services to different people according to your skills. However, in independent service, some independent servants charge an estimated fee from the very beginning.
Conclusion
A career in journalism in India is very wide. It demands good communication skills and commitment to the task at hand. Your hobby should be gathering and passing information for constructive purposes.