Good journalism informs analyses and shapes opinion. Due to the enormous influence it exerts on the lives of people, jou
rnalism is also referred to as the 'Fourth Estate'. The growing awareness that knowledge is power has also given an impetus to the regional and vernacular press to expand and strengthen its scope in the past few years.
Journalism
Good journalism informs analyses and shapes opinion. Due to the enormous influence it exerts on the lives of people, journalism is also referred to as the 'Fourth Estate'. The growing awareness that knowledge is power has also given an impetus to the regional and vernacular press to expand and strengthen its scope in the past few years.
Today, a large number of accredited journalists, together with countless stringers, critics, commentators, and others seek out, report on and publicize occurrences of consequence happening in the world around us. Their stories are carried out by numerous newspapers, magazines and periodicals, besides radio and television networks. Some of these cover a general mix of political, financial, social, and environmental and sports news. Others focus on the specific needs of professional or special interest groups.
There are a number of separate areas in which journalists work. These include: Newspapers, including dailies, weeklies and tabloids which carry various types of news, comments and analyses of current events. News Agencies and Bureau which are centralized organizations where news from different places is received and then syndicated to other sections of the press. Periodicals which are publications printed at certain set intervals and contain more in-depth coverage of news and information. Most periodicals either feature news and current affairs or are focused at special interest groups such as professionals, women and children, art, computers, sports, theatre and film and so on.
Electronic media which includes the collection and compilation of information and visual material for broadcast on radio and television.
Work
Various elements go into the publication of a newspaper or periodical. Division of duties usually depends on the size of the editorial organization.
Reporting implies coverage of any kind of event to get a story. Wherever possible, reporters research the background of a subject before beginning investigations. They attend press conferences, conduct interviews, and visit sites of major occurrence to gain firsthand experience for their report.
News / features editing is usually a task assigned to journalists with good organizing skills. This is primarily a desk job that involves little or no reporting. News and features editors control reporting staff, allocate assignments and attend editorial conferences.
Sub-editing is detailed copy-editing. Sub-editors are required to re-write stories to fit the assigned space, spruce up introductions and language, proof copy for spelling and punctuation, and sometimes give the story a 'slant' or focus of interest.
Feature writing is more descriptive and detailed than news reporting and can cover any topic of general interest.
Columnists: Like feature writing, columns too are generally handled by experienced journalists who contribute regularly to a publication. These columnists are commentators and critics, who review developments in special areas like politics, sports, consumer affairs, music, art or literature.
Sketches / cartoons range from cartography, graphics and illustrations that enhance a story to caricatures and cartoons that comment on public figures or events.
Photo journalists accompany reporters on assignments to take pictures that support a news story, feature or interview.
Other departments included in the publication of a newspaper or periodical are: production, advertising, legal affairs department, circulation and public relations.
Entry
Entry into journalism is through training in journalism, which could be a diploma or degree course in Journalism or Mass Communication, or through direct appointment as a trainee reporter.
Eligibility:
The eligibility for a course in journalism varies from institution to institution. Generally, journalism is offered as a postgraduate level course, for which the basic eligibility is a Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Journalism is also offered as an undergraduate degree course by some universities, or as part of a wider Programme in mass communication studies for which candidates should have cleared the 10+2 level examination.
The eligibility for a course in journalism varies from institution to institution. Generally, journalism is offered as a postgraduate level course, for which the basic eligibility is a Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Journalism is also offered as an undergraduate degree course by some universities, or as part of a wider Programme in mass communication studies for which candidates should have cleared the 10+2 level examination.
Institutions
Some of the important institutions offering courses in journalism include:
 | Times School of Journalism, Times of India, New Delhi. |
| | Indian Institute of Mass Communications (I.I.M.C.), JNU campus, New Delhi. |
| | Symbiosis Society's Institute of Journalism and Communications, Pune. |
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Personality Traits
A flair for writing; command over the language; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely; open minded, unbiased approach; curiosity; wide-ranging interests; sensibility to atmosphere; an instinct for the story's appeal to people; ability to sum up situations and people quickly; ability to draw people out; resourcefulness; resilience; ability to sift relevant facts from irrelevant information; stamina; courage; willingness to work hard at irregular hours and on holidays; dedication.
Job Prospects
| | Newspapers |
| | Magazines and Periodicals |
| | News agencies / bureau |
| | Regional press bureau of international papers / agencies / networks |
| | Ministry of Information and Broadcasting |
| | Press sections of public and private sector companies |
| | As free-lance journalists |
Today, a large number of accredited journalists, together with countless stringers, critics, commentators, and others seek out, report on and publicize occurrences of consequence happening in the world around us. Their stories are carried out by numerous newspapers, magazines and periodicals, besides radio and television networks. Some of these cover a general mix of political, financial, social, and environmental and sports news. Others focus on the specific needs of professional or special interest groups.
There are a number of separate areas in which journalists work. These include: Newspapers, including dailies, weeklies and tabloids which carry various types of news, comments and analyses of current events. News Agencies and Bureau which are centralized organizations where news from different places is received and then syndicated to other sections of the press. Periodicals which are publications printed at certain set intervals and contain more in-depth coverage of news and information. Most periodicals either feature news and current affairs or are focused at special interest groups such as professionals, women and children, art, computers, sports, theatre and film and so on.
Electronic media which includes the collection and compilation of information and visual material for broadcast on radio and television.
Work
Various elements go into the publication of a newspaper or periodical. Division of duties usually depends on the size of the editorial organization.
Reporting implies coverage of any kind of event to get a story. Wherever possible, reporters research the background of a subject before beginning investigations. They attend press conferences, conduct interviews, and visit sites of major occurrence to gain firsthand experience for their report.
News / features editing is usually a task assigned to journalists with good organizing skills. This is primarily a desk job that involves little or no reporting. News and features editors control reporting staff, allocate assignments and attend editorial conferences.
Sub-editing is detailed copy-editing. Sub-editors are required to re-write stories to fit the assigned space, spruce up introductions and language, proof copy for spelling and punctuation, and sometimes give the story a 'slant' or focus of interest.
Feature writing is more descriptive and detailed than news reporting and can cover any topic of general interest.
Columnists: Like feature writing, columns too are generally handled by experienced journalists who contribute regularly to a publication. These columnists are commentators and critics, who review developments in special areas like politics, sports, consumer affairs, music, art or literature.
Sketches / cartoons range from cartography, graphics and illustrations that enhance a story to caricatures and cartoons that comment on public figures or events.
Photo journalists accompany reporters on assignments to take pictures that support a news story, feature or interview.
Other departments included in the publication of a newspaper or periodical are: production, advertising, legal affairs department, circulation and public relations.
Entry
Entry into journalism is through training in journalism, which could be a diploma or degree course in Journalism or Mass Communication, or through direct appointment as a trainee reporter.
Eligibility:
The eligibility for a course in journalism varies from institution to institution. Generally, journalism is offered as a postgraduate level course, for which the basic eligibility is a Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Journalism is also offered as an undergraduate degree course by some universities, or as part of a wider Programme in mass communication studies for which candidates should have cleared the 10+2 level examination.
The eligibility for a course in journalism varies from institution to institution. Generally, journalism is offered as a postgraduate level course, for which the basic eligibility is a Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Journalism is also offered as an undergraduate degree course by some universities, or as part of a wider Programme in mass communication studies for which candidates should have cleared the 10+2 level examination.
Institutions
Some of the important institutions offering courses in journalism include:
| Times School of Journalism, Times of India, New Delhi. |
| Indian Institute of Mass Communications (I.I.M.C.), JNU campus, New Delhi. |
| Symbiosis Society's Institute of Journalism and Communications, Pune. |
| |
|
Personality Traits
A flair for writing; command over the language; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely; open minded, unbiased approach; curiosity; wide-ranging interests; sensibility to atmosphere; an instinct for the story's appeal to people; ability to sum up situations and people quickly; ability to draw people out; resourcefulness; resilience; ability to sift relevant facts from irrelevant information; stamina; courage; willingness to work hard at irregular hours and on holidays; dedication.
Job Prospects
| Newspapers |
| Magazines and Periodicals |
| News agencies / bureau |
| Regional press bureau of international papers / agencies / networks |
| Ministry of Information and Broadcasting |
| Press sections of public and private sector companies |
| As free-lance journalists |
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