Anchoring & Reporting Career Guide: Roles, Salary 2025 & Future Scope

News Anchor

A News anchor presents news stories on television or radio. They are often the face of the news program delivering updates, introducing segments and engaging with the viewers.

INR 6 LPA

News Reporters

A news reporter gathers, researches and write news stories for various media outlets. They often cover specific beats such as politics, crime, sports or they work on field assignments.

INR 2.8 LPA

Investigative Reporter

Investigative reporters conduct in-depth research and reporting on complex issues, often uncovering information that is hidden or not readily accessible to the public.

INR 7.6 LPA

Foreign Correspondent

Foreign correspondents report from overseas locations, covering international news stories and providing insight into global events from different perspectives.

INR 5 LPA

Sports Reporter

Sports reporters specialize in covering sports events, teams and athletes. They provide updates, analysis and commentary on various sports topics.

INR 3.8 LPA

Weather Anchor

Weather anchors present weather forecasts and provide updates on meteorological conditions. They often work alongside news anchors and meteorologists.

INR 7.9 LPA

Digital Journalist

Digital journalists create and manage news content specifically for digital platforms, including social media, websites and mobile apps.

INR 5.3 LPA

Editorial Director

Editorial directors oversee the content strategy and editorial direction for news organizations. They ensure that the content aligns with the organization’s goals and standards.

INR 22 LPA

Producer

Producers coordinate the production of news segments and broadcasts. They manage the logistics of news programming, including content, timing and technical aspects.

INR 8.4 LPA

Television News

• News Anchoring
• Field Reporting
• News Production
• Technical Operations

Radio

• Radio News Anchoring
• Radio Reporting
• Audio Production
• Program Management

Digital and Online Media

• Digital Reporting
• Content Creation
• Social Media Management
• SEO Analytics

Print Media

• Reporting
• Editing
• Photojournalism
• Layout and design

News Agencies

• Investigative Journalism
• Stringers
• Freelance Reporting

Academic and Training

• Media Education
• Research

Master’s in Journalism

Aimed at deepening the understanding of journalism practices, ethics and advanced reporting techniques. Some programs also offer specializations in investigative journalism, data journalism and multimedia journalism.

Masters in Media Studies

This course Focuses on the broader media landscape, including media theory, media law and media management.

Diploma Course in Media and Communication

A Diploma program offers foundational training in media practices, including content creation, digital media, and communication strategies.

Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism

This course provides advanced skills in investigative reporting, multimedia journalism, and digital storytelling, preparing students for dynamic roles in various media platforms and industry settings.

NDTV

Times Now

Zee News

India Today

ABP News

Network 18 group

Republic TV

Hindustan Times

The Hindu

TV 9 Network

1.

Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC)

INR 5 LPA

2.

Jamia Millia Islamia

INR 8.66 LPA

3.

Symbiosis  Institute of Media and Communication (SIMS)

INR 20.8 LPA

4.

Asian College of Journalism

INR 4.6 LPA

5.

St. Xavier’s College

INR 6.5 LPA

6.

IMS Ghaziabad

INR 8.74 LPA

7.

Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies

INR 4 LPA

8.

International Institute of Mass Media

INR 3 LPA

9.

KCC Institute of Legal and Higher Education

INR 6.5 LPA

10.

K.R.Mangalam University

INR 6 LPA