Course

TV Journalism

Category

Postgraduate

Overview: 

Television journalism is a dynamic and fast-paced field that plays a vital role in informing the public and shaping discourse. This specialized postgraduate program at JIMMC Kanpur prepares students for every aspect of TV broadcasting—from field reporting to news production and newsroom leadership.

With a strong emphasis on practical training and ethical journalism, the course enables students to master the skills needed for today’s competitive television media landscape.

The curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of television journalism, combining theoretical knowledge with real-world practice.

  1. Introduction to TV Journalism

An overview of the history, evolution, and significance of television news. Students explore how TV journalism influences public opinion and democratic processes.

  1. TV News Production

Hands-on training in technical production skills including:

  • Camera operation
  • Sound recording
  • Lighting
  • Non-linear video editing
  1. News Reporting

Covers the principles and practices of accurate, responsible, and impactful reporting:

  • News gathering techniques
  • Fact-checking protocols
  • Interviewing skills

     

  1. News Writing

Focuses on crafting clear, concise, and engaging TV news scripts. Students learn to write:

  • Hard news stories
  • Features
  • Investigative reports
  1. TV News Broadcasting

Develops on-air presentation and field skills for:

  • Studio anchoring
  • Live reporting
  • On-location coverage
  1. Newsroom Management

Introduces students to the inner workings of a TV newsroom, including:

  • Editorial judgment
  • Team coordination
  • Workflow and resource management
  1. Media Laws and Ethics

Familiarises students with the legal and ethical framework governing TV journalism, with topics including:

  • Defamation and libel
  • Right to privacy
  • Broadcasting regulations and codes of conduct
  1. Specialised Reporting

Explores in-depth reporting techniques for specific beats such as:

  • Political journalism
  • Business and economic reporting
  • Sports journalism

     

This diploma is ideal for aspiring TV reporters, anchors, producers, and news editors who want to build a career in television news media with a strong ethical grounding and professional skill set.

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Career Options:

News Presenter, News Producer, Production Executive, Reporter, News Editor, Video Journalist, Content Writer, Proof-reader and numerous others.

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