Journalism

Getting into the world of Anchoring and Hosting requires a lot of patience and a strategic process to succeed. One can start by pursuing a degree in Journalism, or Mass Communication & Media. However, something that makes a major difference to your hosting or anchoring job is your soft skills. 

One's camera confidence, personality, and communication skills - all these aspects sum up to become the core aspects of one's anchoring success. Another important factor that factors that's not a part of one's eligibility yet majorly forms a part of one's journalism career includes one's networking skills.

Here are some important documents you must carry during Diploma in Journalism admission process:

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

Yes, a few institutions are offering free Journalism courses online. Among them, the Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism by UNIPUNE is the best choice for students who have completed their bachelor's in a relevant discipline and seeking higher education along with gaining industry experience. This course is free of cost and the degree is recognised by the UGC. 

Here are some popular books recommended for Diploma in Journalism students:

• Handbook of Mass Communication by VK Joshi. 
• Mass Communication in India (for Indian context). 
• The Elements of Journalism by Bill Kovach and Tom Rosenstiel.
• Reporting Techniques by Pamela Shoemaker and Stephen D. Reese.
• Media Ethics: Issues and Cases by Clifford G. Christians et al.
• Writing and Editing for Print Media by William E. Rivers and Bruce A. Jaslow. 

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Yes, there are many Diploma in Journalism college options in India offering great placement opportunities to students:

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

Students who don't wish to complete a full-time education can enroll in the Diploma in Journalism course. The Journalism Diploma courses prepare the candidates for entering into the world of Journalism, Mass Communication & Media by teaching both theoretical and practical expertise in the area of specialization. The course teaches the art and passion of storytelling and how to write a compelling news article. 

Diploma in Journalism is a,

• Journalism Basics: Equips you with the core skills needed to be a journalist, like news reporting, writing, editing, and media ethics.
• Eligibility Criteria: Complete 10+2 education with a minimum of 50% score.
• Entrance Exams: No entrance exam is mandatory. You will get admission based on the merit scores.
• Career Options: In various fields like Entertainment, Media, Digital Marketing, Advertising, etc.
• Specializations: Electronic Media, Photojournalism, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, etc.

Being a Journalist in India, you can polish your skills and use them in other career options that usually do not need a full-time job. Some popular alternate career choices among Journalists are:

• Blogger: Posting articles and blogs on your website about specific topics.
• Social Media Content Creator: Making videos in different niches for social media platforms. 
• SEO Specialist: Improving a website's ranking, etc.
• Communications Specialist: Handling an organization's communication with clients and general public.
• Editor: Editing copies for the webpages.

It is difficult to conclude a specific job profiles as the highest-paying because the salary package is majorly based on aspects like the employer, job location, candidates' relevant experience, and their expertise. However, some top positions such as Senior Journalist, News Anchor, Editor-In-Chief, Marketing Manager, Brand Manager, etc., are high-paying.
To get a good pay, you can also take freelance projects based on your work and you'll get paid according to your goodwill in the market and your portfolio.
All the best.

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