We are witnessing a Communications Revolution which has led to a massive expansion in broadcasting with the introduction of more television channels, direct broadcast satellites, T-V./Computer link ups, cable T.V. and rapid growth in both All India Radio and other broadcasting services particularly FM.
The unprecedented proliferation of satellite television channels and the entry of multinational media networks have resulted in a wide spectrum of job openings for directors, producers, engineers, technicians, journalists, writers, researchers, computer animators, actors, V.Js. anchor persons, news readers, script editors, videotape editors, set designers etc.
The popularity of the FM radio in the metros and the proliferation of radio stations have once again made careers in broadcasting an attractive proposition. You could work for the FM stations as a Radio Jockey (RJ), marketing executive, sound engineer or correspondent. All India Radio with its wide network and reach also offers a number of job openings.
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Undoubtedly, the ICE careers are among the top careers of the new millennium. The reach of the electronic media is phenomenal, literally beyond one’s imagination.
Given the vastness of this field, it is hardly surprising that innumerable opportunities exist for anyone with the inclination to enter it.
You can enter mass communication, journalism as well as advertising from any subject stream. However effective communication skills, creativity and general awareness are vital.
Leading Institutions
(a) International Institute of Information Technology Course name: M. Tech (Bioinformatics) Duration: 2 Years Selection criteria: All India: Contact International Institute of Information Technology Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.
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(b) Chitrabani, 76 Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road, Kolkata-700016.
(c) Mass Communication Research Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi-110025.
(d) Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Aruna Asif Ali ( Marg, JNU campus, New Delhi-110067
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(e) Mudra Institute of Communication, Shela, Ahmedabad- 380058.
(f) Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute, F.M. By Pass Road, P.O. Panchsayar, Kolkata-700094.
(g) National Institute of Design, Paldi, Ahmedabad-380007. Course: Diploma in Communication Design with specialisation in Graphic Design, Animation Film Design, Video Programming.
(h) Film and Television Institute of India, Law College Road, Pune-411004.
(i) NIMT Institute of Mass Communication Course Name: Post Graduate Diploma in Audio and Video Journalism: Duration: Admission 2004-2005 Selection criteria: Written Test, GD and Interview. Contact: NIMT Institute of Mass Communication, GT Road, Post Office, Mohan Nagar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.