BJMC Jobs, Salary, Career, Top Recruiters, Scope 2023

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BJMC is a 3-year undergraduate degree that enables you to gain knowledge and experience of the journalism and media industry. The course focuses on important media aspects like the study of Tribal India, PR Theory, Radio Journalism, Broadcasting etc.

According to the IBEF website, the Indian Media and Entertainment Industry is expected to grow by 13.5% between 2014-2024 and would be worth USD 43.93 Billion by 2024. The digital media sector in India is expected to grow by 20% in 2021 and reach a value of INR 18,938 Crore by 2021.

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BJMC course from a reputable media institute trains the candidates to find jobs in positions such as journalist, photojournalist, news analysts, public relation specialists and many more. The BJMC jobs salary depends upon the profile as well as the experience of the candidates. Check: BJMC Full Form

BJMC colleges include Kalindi College, DCAC, Maharaja Agrasen, Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, etc. The average cost of studying this course is up to INR 3 Lakh per annum.

BJMC Top Recruiters

Every year a large number of top recruiters hire BJMC degree holders by offering them an average pay of not less than INR 5 to 6 LPA. Following are the top recruiters and agencies that offer job opportunities to BJMC graduates after course completion:

Times of India	Indian Express
India Today	Doordarshan
NDTV News	Balaji Telefilms
ABP News	Jagran Prakashan Group
Hindustan Times	Outlook
Zee News	All India Radio
ZEE Network	Star India

BJMC Job Prospects

A BJMC graduate can expect an average salary package that ranges from INR 5-6 Lakhs per annum. There is hardly any limitation of job roles available for BJMC aspirants. The raise or the increment depends upon the skills and experience of an individual.

Career Prospects	Description	Lowest Salary Offered	Average Salary Offered	Highest Salary Offered
Media Consultant	He/She is the one who is hired by the company or the organization for positive press coverage. They basically design media releases to reframe public perception. They present their ideas for a better image of the company and to rank the company as the leading media organization.	INR 2.43 Lakhs	INR 6.43 Lakhs	INR 20 Lakhs
Journalist	A Journalist basically works on his own (freelance). They may also work for a newspaper, radio, or television program. They gather information for broadcasting like political news, sports news, entertainment updates, and alike.	INR 1.02 Lakhs	INR 3.39 Lakhs	INR 7.95 Lakhs
Content Marketing Manager	Implementation of comprehensive content-delivery plans, including print, video, audio, and other forms of content is the main responsibility of a content marketing manager. Their aim is to enhance the marketing strategies for the company.	INR 3.51 Lakhs	INR 6.5 Lakhs	INR 10 Lakhs
Public Relations Specialist	Their aim is to act as a contact person between the employer and the public. They establish good relationships with the clients and try to maintain them for the long term. They are the public faces of the organization.	INR 2.97 Lakhs	INR 5.60 Lakhs	INR 10 Lakhs
Social Media Manager	He basically represents a company across various channels as the voice of the brand and will also give replies to all the comments, compile campaigns, and create content. Their aim is to maximize the reach on the social media pages of the company.	INR 1.78 Lakhs	INR 3.52 Lakhs	INR 7.17 Lakhs
Radio Jockey	Their role is to convey messages amidst songs. They entertain people in many ways like playing music, sharing views, and alike on the radio. They also flash news and updates.	INR 1.8 Lakhs	INR 5.4 Lakhs	INR 7.2 Lakhs
Content Writer	The role of a content writer is to prepare content for the website or the magazine. It could be either awareness content or general writeup. Content writers are required in various sectors like academic content writers, creative content writers, and alike.	INR 1.4 Lakh per year	INR 3.5 Lakh per year	INR 5.6 Lakh per year
News Analyst	News Analyst Role is to produce and publish news at various platforms of media like digital media platforms, print media, and alike. They gather information on news feeds, create videos, take interviews, and alike. They interpret news items.	INR 1.78 Lakhs	INR 6.86 Lakhs	INR 10 Lakhs
Photojournalist	Photojournalists are responsible for writing blogs and articles on the photos they have captured for any magazine or brochure. They either work independently or for popular firms.	INR 2.95 Lakhs	INR 3.5 Lakhs	INR 5 Lakhs

Source: Payscale

Read in Detail: BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication)

BJMC Scope

If you wish to pursue higher studies in the same field, then also there are a number of options available to you. Few of those courses that can be pursued after completion of this course are discussed below:

MA in Mass Communication And Journalism- Master of Arts in Mass Communication and Journalism is a 2-year course after graduation that enables you to have technical and critical knowledge about the media spectrum. An average Fee charged to pursue this course from a reputed college ranges from INR 54,000- INR 3 Lakhs per annum. The course curriculum of MA in Journalism and Mass communication comprises subjects like Photography, Electronic Media, Communication Theory, Professional writing, and other similar subjects.
MA in Journalism- This is a postgraduate degree that mainly focuses on journalism subjects. The aim of the study of this course is to gain knowledge of the role of journalism in modern India. This course is available in both Hindi and English in top universities and colleges. The average fee of this course study is up to INR 1 Lakhs per annum. A good number of colleges/universities/institutes that are offering MA in Journalism courses full time like Chitkara University, Delhi School of Communication, Asian College of Journalism, and many more.
PG Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication- PGD in Journalism and Mass Communication is a 1-year course offered by plenty of colleges and institutes. The minimum eligibility criteria required for this course is graduation from a recognized university. The average tuition fee of this course ranges from INR 30,000- INR 1 Lakh per annum.
MSc. Mass Communication- This course guides students in the area of Media and social media websites. It’s a 2-year postgraduate degree. Admission to this course is offered on the basis of the entrance test followed by the personal interview round. An average fee charged for MSc. in Mass Communication course is up to INR 1 Lakh on yearly basis.

Just like any other undergraduate degree, BJMC graduates also get increments with the work experience. For raise in pay or for senior most positions, it’s better to pursue masters first. One can go for higher studies in the same field to get remarkable career opportunities.