Journalism

Here are some popular Digital Journalism books you must read along with your regular syllabus:

• No Filter: The Inside Story of Instagram By Sarah Frier.
• Journalism Next: A Practical Guide to Digital Reporting and Publishing By Mark E. Briggs.
• Broadcast News in the Digital Age By Faith Sidlow.
• We The Media By Dan Gillmor.
• Mobile and Social Media Journalism By Anthony Adornato.

The admission process for the Digital Journalism course online is similar to the offline course admission procedure. You'll need to register on your desired college's website, fill out the application form, attach documents, and pay the application fee.
If the college accepts your application, they'll send you a confirmation email, and then you can proceed with paying the admission fee, etc., to get a seat in the program.

Here are some important documents you must carry during the Digital Journalism course admission process, irrespective of the programme level:

• Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• A relevant bachelor's degree (if applicable)
• Valid ID Proof (Adhaar, PAN Card, Passport, etc.)
• Passport-sized photographs
• Migration Certificate

Here's a basic idea of eligibility requirements for MA in Digital Journalism:

• Academic Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
• Score: A minimum of 45% aggregate marks.
• Entrance Exams: Some colleges may conduct or accept entrance exam scores.
• Age Limit: Generally, there is no specific age limit for applying to the MA in Digital Journalism program.

A Diploma in Digital Journalism can open doors for various job opportunities in Media, Advertising, Digital Marketing, etc., sectors. Based on your interest, you can opt for a job profile in the respective field and even take freelance projects after you gain relevant experience in the field.

You can become a Content Writer, News Editor, Digital Marketing Associate, Advertising Executive, Video Editor, Digital Journalist, and more.

The importance of Digital Journalism has increased with the upsurging usage of the Internet and social platforms around the world. Its global reach and accessibility, real-time updates, multi-media storytelling, viewer's engagement, etc., features make it a crucial part of Journalism and Mass Communication.

Here are some important skills you should gain to become a great Photojournalist:

• Technical skills: To effectively operate cameras and editing software, for example, setting the lens, lighting conditions to capture high-quality images, etc.
• Journalistic skills: To effectively yet ethically capture the stories and document in a way that makes the audience understand.

Some popular colleges in India offering Photojournalism and Photography courses include the Asian Academy of Film and Television, Light and Life Academy, The Indian Institute of Digital Art and Animation, National Institute of Photography, Delhi School of Photography, Centre for Development of Imaging Technology, and so on.