Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Journalism)

The scenario for media and journalism in India has been favorable over the last few decades. Contrary to the trends seen in the Western world where readership of newspapers has fallen drastically, India has seen a rise in the readership of newspapers and magazines leading to a rise in the number of newspapers, dailies, periodicals, and journals being published in India.

Currently there are above 400 television channels specifically for news and current affairs. With the numbers of services in print and broadcast media increasing, the number of job opportunities has increased too in India. Some of the job profiles are:

• Reporter
• Feature Writer
• Sub Editor
• Proof Reader
• News Editor
• Columnist
• Fashion Content Developer
• Screen Writer
• Illustrator
• Business Editor
• Investigative Journalist
• Photojournalist
• Correspondent
• Journalist etc.

Some of the popular employment areas are listed below:

• Publishing House
• Advertising Agencies
• Broadcasting Corporations
• Media Houses
• News Agencies
• Press Information Bureau
• TV Channels
• Radio Telecasting Companies
• All India Radio
• Doordarshan
• Newspapers
• E-Magazines and Websites

Top Employers for BA Journalism

With the reach of media expanding globally, there are humongous opportunities for individuals aspiring for a career in media and broadcast journalism. While job opportunities are not less, it is vital to know the top players in the industry. To begin a career on the right foot is always a sign of a distinguished career. Here are the top employers in India who hire BA Journalism degree holders for various positions:

• Times of India Group
• Dainik Bhaskar Group
• HT Media
• Bennett Coleman & Company
• Zee Entertainment Enterprise
• HT Media
• India Today Group
• Anandbazaar Patrika
• Reliance Media & Entertainment.