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A job of tv news reader is very simple yet challenging , you are placed on a monitor ( auto-script CRT tv ) your job is to read that live rolling news without making any blender . off course they give training for that and they test you before placing you on-air . so develop a good language skill , to say in layman terms you should be very good in reading . news reading job is equal to reading a text book in the elementary school class room , the only difference is in school you do that in front of many students but in the studio, you read before the monitor .
Lastly, you don't have to be great at languages , ability to read words with proper expression is enough . ( give sad expression when telling sad news and slightly have glowing face when reading good news )
Go to your local news website of any of your favourite news channel and locate " careers " link , there you can find every detail about news reading job .
You should have a basic degree with a good score , preferably MBA, MCA is best . doing media related diploma courses is not compulsory but it will be a added advantage if you have one .
Here is what they expect from you as a News reader -
A university degree or equivalent.
5+ years of relevant experience, demonstrating knowledge of the broadcasting industry and an understanding and awareness of issues and events particular to India or at least Tamilnadu .
Excellent reporting, interviewing and writing skills including live coverage, from in-studio as well as in the field
Credible, effective and authoritative on-air presence and presentation.
Ability to analyse a wide range of subjects and make complex issues easily understood.
Demonstrated ability to generate lively discussions on air, and through social networks
Ability to generate original and innovative material. Interest in a diverse array of subjects.
Established track record in breaking news, strong news judgment and demonstrated the ability to gather from a variety of sources and platforms, and to file to a variety of platforms.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and team playing skills as well as creativity and flexibility.
Ability & willingness to work various shifts and overtime.

Hi Aditya,
Mass Communications is a general course geared towards the media sector. Specializations include Journalism, Film-Making and Advertising. People with a degree in Mass Communications get recruited by news and entertainment television, magazines, production houses for TV, ad-film production houses, advertising agencies and independent film makers. While it is not necessary to have a degree to get a job in these areas, it is highly desirable and many companies prefer candidates with professional degrees. Most of the reputed institutes only offer post graduate courses. Undergraduate courses are very useful but should ideally be combined with a post graduate degree. However, if you are very sure of your choices, you can simply join a job after your undergraduate degree and work your way up. Degrees have limited relevance in the media sector.
No formal training is required in Radio Jockeying since it is a talent based field. To develop confidence and flare in this field, one needs to have exposure. RJ hunts or talent search are often conducted by FM channels to bring out original unique talent. There are a number of universities and institutes that offer courses in communication and broadcasting and a couple of institutes offering training on how to handle auditions and conduct short term workshops that focus on pronunciation, reading styles, music appreciation and creative thinking. But in the field of Radio Jockeying, only few institutes offer specialized courses and most of them have been started by well known anchors. To become a good RJ one should have the following qualities- An attractive voice, good command over English, Hindi and the regional language, Confident, smart etc.
After training, you can venture into careers like Radio Jockey, Webcaster, Podcaster, Voice-over Artiste, Narrator, Announcer, Newsreader, Script Writer, Producer, Mobile Jockey, Internet Jockey, Voice for animation etc.
Hope this information helps. Please feel free to revert.
Wish you luck.