Photojournalism
Introduction:
Journalism specialisations
like sports, film and television, photo, print etc. 'Photojournalism' was restricted to
still photography, but its scope has now widened and photo journalists even
shoot videos to come up with a good news item/ feature. A journalist can write
about an event or news, as elaborately or in a highly emotional manner as
possible, but if it is accompanied by a photograph the subject matter is much
communicable to the readers or viewers than a news without images. That
explains the worth of photographs in news reporting.
Nature of Work:
Journalism in other words, it is the practice of
creating images in order to tell a news story. It includes collecting, editing
and presenting of news material (pictures) for publication or broadcast to the
news media like newspapers, magazines, television channels, websites and other
journals. At times, a single photograph can convey a news story of thousand
words. It is the skill of the photojournalist to take photos with such impact. Course
in photojournalism covers reporting and drawing, camera operation and lighting,
digital imaging, video capture, computer based image processing etc.
Personality:
Main
attribute required for a candidate interested in this field is photography and
editorial skills. Aspirants in this field also need a keen eye for aesthetic
detail, and a thorough knowledge of cameras and the technicalities involved in
taking pictures, of light, distance and perspective. One must have extra
qualities like an interest in visuals, an attentiveness to colour, shape and
shadow. Apart from these, candidates require creativity, good power of
observation and a curious and perceptive mind.
Professional Courses:
Minimum
eligibility for Bachelor degree in Journalism or mass media is 10+2, and for
Post graduate degree courses is a Bachelor degree in journalism.
Duration:
10+2+Post Graduate +1 year
Eligibility:
10+2
Career Prospects /Companies:
Photojournalist are hired mainly by
newspapers, magazines or any other media houses. Many newspapers and magazines
have built their reputation with the help of excellent photographs taken by
these photojournalists. Photojournalists are also hired by businesses or
individuals to take photos for an event or advertisement. They also get chances
to work for television stations or websites in staff or freelance positions.
They have another option to work as freelance
photojournalists and do work for several companies at a time. Yet another group
start their own photography and photo editing/graphic design business on the
web to gain potential clients and display their skills. Some photojournalists
after advancement in their career, start their own print or online publication.
Remuneration:
Salary of
photojournalist depends on the employer and position held by him/her.
Generally, at the beginning of the career a photojournalist can earn around
Rs.12,000 - 15,000 per month. Experienced ones can easily earn between
Rs.25,000 and Rs.30,000 per month.
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