A Journalist is a person that gathers information in various forms like text, audio or pictures. Moreover, they play an important role in keeping people informed. Journalism is basically storytelling with a purpose. They use various mediums like print, television, radio, online outlets or any other medium to distribute their final pieces as well as portray their work.

Furthermore, one has to have a keen eye for detail, communication skills as well as stay updated with current affairs in order to become a journalist. They can go to work at any corner of the World in the search of a story. One has to be active as well as on top of events and all the happenings around the globe in order to cover them.

For Bachelor’s

• Aspirants need to pass 10+2 with at least 50% aggregate in any stream from a recognised board. 
• Students can opt for a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, English, Public Relations or any other related field.

 For Masters

• Candidates can opt for Masters in Journalism, English or any other related field. 
• A Masters Degree is not a necessity to be in this field. Seeking an internship can help you gain great expertise. 

 For Diploma

• Seekers need to pass 10+2 with at least 50% marks from an esteemed organization. The duration of a diploma course is between 6 months to 1 year.

The field of Journalism aims to provide in-depth knowledge and enhance the skills of the students. To do such a task, this field presents innumerable job profiles:  

• Reporter
• Journalist
• Trainee Correspondent
• Correspondent
• Desk Editor
• Content Writer
• News Reporter
• Multimedia Journalist
• Editor
• Social Media Manager
• Business Reporter
• Freelance Reporter

There are many recruiters from leading companies who enlist potential students in the Journalism field. Following are some Recruiters from where students can find an employment opportunity in India: 

• Aaj Tak
• ABP News
• NDTV India News
• News 18 India
• Republic Bharat
• Rajya Sabha TV
• New Delhi Times
• Inc42 Media
• Tarun Bharat
• Adobe

The salary range may vary from company to company, but the salary of a Journalist is very impressive only in India.

• Interpersonal Skills
• Technical Skills
• Patience
• Accuracy
• Ethical
• Eye for Detail
• Determination
• Research Skills

Journalists are basically storytellers, they do everything on their own from start to end like gathering information to producing the final work. Journalism is a broad career field with immense opportunities depending on their area of expertise, size of the organization, type of employer and much more. 

Moreover, with the advancement of technology, the digital media is rising and growing everyday. As the demand for digital media is blooming, so are the career opportunities for Journalists because people want to stay updated all the time and believe in instant information. Needless to say, this career is thriving, one must be tech savvy in order to work digitally.

• Creative Outlet
• Exciting Work Environment
• Job is Valued
• Chances of Traveling
• Learn New Things
• Growth in Character

• Strict Deadlines
• No Fixed Schedule
• Competitive Field
• No Work Life Balance
• Dangerous
• Stressful