Journalist &Ndash; A Work Full of Passion
by Their are several options for the job seekers to opt in any of the profession, but among them one of the profession which in itself is different from others is "to be a Journalist". It is very interesting and unique, and so requires enough passion.
Ø There will be a good impression of yours in the society.
Ø Being Journalist you can transform the society, by opting this career is so beneficial that you will be entertained by every bureaucrats whether it is public or private as compared to the other professional persons.
Ø Even the political people will be within your reach, the thing which is not possible with a common man or with other professional people.
Ø It is too beneficial because you are directly linked with the masses, to the public, etc.
Ø To be Journalist is bit difficult as you can’t sit idle. You can also consider it as a restless job, but if you have a passion about it, it will give you an immense satisfaction.
Ø Journalist plays a major role in providing pre and post information about any of the happening.
Ø You are always in focus and continuously keep on getting publicity as per your work and performance.
Ø Growth possibilities are very high as compared to any other profession so very soon you can be in a very good position, with good perks.
The Future Prospects
Journalism is highly competitive profession and only the proficient and tough can play a successful innings. Mode of entry is also possible through freelance contributions. Major newspapers/magazines sometimes advertise for trainee journalists who are inducted through a written entrance test and interview. The written test assesses the overall general awareness of the candidate and his/her power of expression. The interview attempts to assess the personality for potential as a journalist. Trainee journalists can climb up in the hierarchy by dint of hard work, application, experience and exposure.
Whatever be the route for entry into journalism, the prospects are good provided one has the personal attributes for the profession and control of language and subject so that what he/she writes is accurate, readable and topical too.
Freelance journalists can earn high emoluments if they are prolific and have a wide readership. There is always a movement of journalists between the different types and sizes of publications, so openings keep coming up but the competition is keen always. It is important to start working in a formal set-up to get the hang of how things happen in reality. Traineeships are usually available for graduates and postgraduates with or without training in journalism though exposure to computers is important. The scope for journalism extends through the various languages in which newspapers, magazines, etc. are published and one could train for journalism in the vernacular too.
Development
For those with talent, perseverance and vision, a rise up the hierarchy can happen fast as ability speaks for itself. The media industry being quite young and very intense, there is a high rate of burn out too among the talented and go-getters. Turnover is relatively high in this occupation as some may choose to opt out of the stressful and hectic life and transfer their skills to other occupations where their skills are valuable – advertising and public relations for example.
On line media is throwing up openings for experienced journalists. Economic ups and downs may easily affect growth in newspaper and broadcasting industries. Quality of experience is the biggest asset for those looking for advancement. Hence, on could plan one’s assignments keeping in mind specific goals to be attained. So in short it can be said that the smarter the journalists are, the better off society is..
BY,
Dr. Devender Kawday
Asst. Professor in Comm., G.S.College of Comm.& Eco. Nagpur.
Email – dev_dini@yahoo.co.in (M) 9423134376.
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