Duration

1 Year/ 3 Months

Class Schedule

5 Days a Week


EMI

EMI Available

Placements

100% Assistance


Eligibility

10+2

The AAFT Advantage

At AAFT, we equip you with cutting-edge training and unprecedented opportunities, paving the way for your future success.

INR 12 LPA

Highest CTC offered

250+

Industry Expert Mentor

37000+

Alumni Network

120+

Companies Hire From Us

About the Program

At AAFT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, we help our students learn about the crucial aspects of this dynamic field. In this 1 Year Diploma in TV Journalism and Communication, students will learn about directing and producing content for television. Students are given practical exposure through workshops, assignments and masterclasses by industry experts to learn about the elements of mass communication.
Certificate in News Anchoring is a complete package of practical and theoretical knowledge. This 3 months program will follow the latest curriculum and an example of exemplary and effective teaching required in today’s time.

World Class Faculty with Real World Experience

Easy EMI Options Available

 

Hands-on- Training with Practical Projects

Masterclasses by Industry Experts

100% Placement Assistance

US-based curriculum and a credit system

Key Takeaways

  • In-house News Agency and Publication
  • In-house Radio Station and Online TV Channel
  • Master Workshops through Industry Experts
  • Global Festival of Journalism

Our Top Recruiters

Discover where the success stories began - our alumni are thriving at these top-tier organizations!

Why Choose AAFT School of Journalism and Mass Communication?

90% Placed in 2024

Fully Equipped Labs and Studios

In house Radio and TV Channel

1200+ Participating Companies

Beyond the Headlines: Discover the Artistry of Journalism & Mass Communication

At AAFT, we stress more on practical knowledge and the latest industry trends

Career Prospects

  • News Anchor
  • Television Reporter
  • Broadcast Journalist
  • News Producer
  • Video Journalist
  • Scriptwriter for TV News
  • Program Host
  • Media Research Analyst
  • Editorial Producer
  • TV Content Writer
  • Field Reporter
  • Digital News Producer

Placements 2024

Aayushi Tyagi

SOJMC

ABP Network

Deepanker Bajpai

SOJMC

India Today

Kumar Rishi Raj

SOJMC

Aaj Tak

Aradhya Johri

SOJMC

Dharma Media

Jhanvi Shukla

SOJMC

Economic Times

Shivam Mishra

SOJMC

WeYo Media

Learning Objectives

Explore the roadmap to success with our comprehensive learning objectives, carefully curated to guide you towards mastery.

  Diploma in TV Journalism and Communication
Syllabus
  • Learn the basic elements of acting, voice modulation and diction
  • Learn the nuances of TV News Presentation
  • Understand the structure of news channels
  • Understand the fundamentals of acting on TV as well as news anchoring and news reading
  • Understand the essential elements of camera and lighting
  • Learn about camera operation in news production
  • Learn about the types of cameras in TV and news channels
  • Practicing and exploring lighting effects
  • Learn about history, growth and development of editing and sound in film and TV
  • Learn about editing and sound recording for TV News Production
  • Learn the techniques of sound recording and TV News Production
  • Learn the aspects of TV News Production
  • Produce a news bulletin
  Specialization in Diploma in TV Journalism and Mass Communication
  • Introduction to the basics of acting
  • Fundamentals of news presentation
  • TV Acting and News Anchoring
  • Introduction to Cinematography
  • Camera Equipment and Accessories in TV News Production
  • Lighting Techniques in TV News Production
  • Introduction to Elements of Post Production
  • Techniques of Editing in TV News Production
  • Techniques of Sound Editing and Recording in TV News Production
  • TV News Production, News Channel Structures and Practices
  • Producing a News Bulletin
  • Production of a News Bulletin
  Certificate in News Anchoring
Syllabus
  • Learn about the tips and tricks of news anchoring
  • Understand the importance of voice modulation in news anchoring
  • Developing communication and soft skills
  • Learn about the importance to be aware of current affairs
  • Learn to write and report for TV News Production.
  Specialization in News Anchoring
Module I - News Anchoring and Script Writing
  • News Anchoring
  • Script Writing
  • How to Face Camera / Voice Modulation
  • Basics of TelePrompter (TP)
Module II - Basics of Reporting and Video Editing
  • Beats of Reporting; Production and Stages of Reporting
  • Basics of Video Editing Tools and Software
  • Editing of Raw Footage
  • Editing of News Bulletin, Chroma Key
  • Editing of an Interview
Module III - Media and Contemporary Issues
  • Political Scenario
  • Social and Cultural Scenario
  • Media Laws
  • Contemporary Issues

Master Workshops through Celebrities

Prateek Trivedi

Senior Journalist, News 18

Shri Prabhu Chawla

Padma Bhushan Awardee

RJ Raunac

Radio Jockey

Richa Anirudh

Senior Journalist

Student Projects

Ridhima Kumaria Reporting

Panel Discussion

Press Conference

Ayushi Verma PTC

Industry Visits

Visit to AajTak

Visit to Amar Ujala

Visit to the Newlaundry's Media Rumble

Visit to TV 9 Bharatvarsh

Learn from Industry-led Experts

AAFT boasts of a highly qualified and experienced team of professors who hold impeccable industrial acumen after having led successful careers in their respective fields.

Ms. Kaveree Bamzai, a distinguished journalist with over 30 years of experience, joins AAFT as the Industry Dean of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

Ms. Kaveree Bamzai, a distinguished journalist with over 30 years of experience, joins AAFT as the Industry Dean of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Known for being the first woman editor of *India Today*, she has also made significant contributions to *The Indian Express* and *The Times of India*. As an author, her works include *Three Khans and The Emergence of New India*, *No Regrets: The Guilt-Free Women’s Guide to a Good Life*, and *Bollywood Today*. Her insightful reporting and editorial leadership have left a profound impact on the field of journalism. Ms. Bamzai has received numerous accolades, including the MSA Rao Award for Academic Excellence from the Delhi School of Economics and the Chevening Scholarship. She is also a member of the CII Woman Exemplar Jury and a recognized Changemaker with Save the Children. At AAFT, her expertise will enrich the journalism program, offering students unique opportunities for growth and success.

Kaveree Bamzai

Industry Dean

Shikha Tyagi

Associate Director

Ms Shikha Tyagi has 12 years of extensive Academic and Field Experience in Media. She has worked with Prasar Bharti, as a News and Programming Anchor in Doordarshan Uttarakhand.

Dr. Syed Nawaz Ahmad

Dean

After completing his post-graduation in Mass Communication, Dr. Syed Nawaz Ahmad Ahmad did his Ph.D. in Communication. Dr. Nawaz has been a successful radio newsreader, journalist, and academician.

Harinder Kumar

Head of Department

Mr. Harinder Kumar has substantial experience in the television and media industry. He is a talented, professional Video Editor with 23 years of experience.

Geeta Choudhary

Assistant Professor

Ms. Geeta Choudhary is a postgraduate in Journalism and Mass Communication and has over 10 years of experience in Radio and academics.

Lubna Fatima

Assistant Professor

With 6 years of demonstrated experience in the Print and Digital Media industry, Ms. Lubna Fatima has been associated with prominent names like The Times of India, NDTV Good Times, and UNICEF.

Mehak Zaidi

Assistant Professor

An alumnus of the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication AMU, Aligarh, Ms. Mehak Zaidi, has 6 years of industrial and academic experience.

Infrastructure

The AAFT School of Journalism and Mass Communication is equipped with advanced technology that meets international standards. Our facilities include state-of-the-art studios and laboratories equipped with cutting-edge production software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro (FCP) and Nuendo Audio Editing Software. We have suitable studios and equipment to support the RJ training. Our students have access to advanced equipment such as professional DSLR cameras and cutting-edge Mac computers.

Newsroom Simulation

A dedicated space designed to simulate a real newsroom environment, equipped with desks, computers cameras, telephones, and other necessary tools for editorial work.

Photography Studio

Facilities for photography training, including studio space, lighting equipment, cameras, and editing software.

Radio Studio & Channel

A Radio studio with live broadcasting of radio programs like news bulletins, talk shows, music programs, podcasts, etc. It is enabled with high-end recording equipment, soundproofing, mixing consoles, and broadcast software.

Field Reporting Equipment

Cameras, audio recorders, and other equipment for field reporting and practical assignments.

Post Production Lab

Equipped with industry-standard editing software for both video and audio content. We have 326 editing workstation, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro (FCP), Nuendo audio editing software, Sound Track audio editing software, etc.

Broadcast Studio

A broadcast studio with recording equipment, editing software, green screens, and cameras for practical training in video production and broadcasting.

AAFT Noida

Diploma in TV Journalism and Communication

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    Fully Equipped Labs and Studios
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    90% Placed in 2024
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    In-house TV Broadcast and Live Radio Shows
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    In-house Global Film Festivals

Application Process

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*Admission to the program is subject to document verification

Fill up the Inquiry Form

Application Form

Fill out this inquiry form and our admission counselor will get in touch with you.

Personal Interview

A personal interview will then be conducted to screen your application.

Offer of Admission

Post the admission rounds, the admission letter will be rolled out to the selected candidates.


Who can apply?

We attract exceptional candidates who possess a blend of intellectual curiosity, leadership potential, and a passion for Journalism, thereby creating a cohort of promising future leaders.

Eligibility criteria

  • Candidates must have a 10+2 from a recognized university/institution
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 (45% for reserved categories)
  • Candidates need to clear the AAFT Global Entrance Test (GET)

FAQs

1. What is the eligibility criteria for a Diploma / Certificate program in Journalism and Mass Communication?
  • Students who have completed their higher secondary education (10+2) from any recognized Board of Education including CBSE / ICSE / IGCSE / IB or State Board, can apply for admission for Diploma / Certificate program in Journalism and Mass Communication.
  • The duration for Diploma in TV Journalism and Mass Communication is 1 Year.
  • The duration of a Certificate in News Anchoring is 3 months.
  • Yes, students will have access to live sessions with renowned news production houses like ABP Network, Zee News and many more. These sessions provide invaluable insights into industry practices, offering in-depth knowledge about professional work disciplines and the dynamic nature of the news and media sector.
  • Yes, students will get significant exposure to events. They will actively participate in covering live events, press conferences, industry seminars, honing their skills in event reporting, media coordination and content creation.