In the classroom
Learn the practice of Broadcast Journalism in a well-equipped studio with state-of-the-art facilities. Teaching modules have been designed to cover all aspects of Broadcast Journalism ranging from the basics of journalism and pre-production to editing, writing, anchoring and presentation.
On the field
The Training Programme offers candidates a unique opportunity of real-time experience. The curriculum is woven into an apprenticeship under NDTV mentors in the workplace as a real work day. All mentors are senior NDTV media professionals. While on the job, apprentices will learn how to handle the pressure of big stories, breaking news and demanding deadlines.
- 1. The Programme is designed for 10 months
- 2. First the candidates will go through formal instructions in classrooms and workshops devoted to writing, camerawork, voice training, editing and more. Click here to view the curriculum of the Training Programme
- 3. Then they will be placed as apprentices to train under mentors and finally as interns in different departments of NDTV
- 4. Candidates can apply for the first batch starting in April 2010 or the second batch starting in August 2010
- 5. Each batch has 40 seats
- 6. The total fee for the programme is Rs 1.90 lakhs(plus taxes applicable)
- 7. If required candidates can propose an installment plan for the fee after the final selection is announced
- 8. All apprentices will be certified by NDTV upon completion of the Programme
- 9. Students are evaluated throughout the programme on newspaper sessions, assignments based on news and current affairs, camera and editing skills and news stories.
- 10. During the internship, students will be evaluated on the basis of aptitude, skills and ability with equal weightage of 33% each.