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  • IIMC: Advertisement for Post of Consulant & Research Associate

    The Department of Communication Research, Indian Institute of Mass Communication is conducting a project titled “Investment, Employment & Growth in Broadcasting Sector in India”. The Indian Media and Entertainment (M & E) industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. With the introduction of digital distribution platforms like direct-to-home (DTH) and Mobile TV, Indian television industry has undergone a revolutionary change. Newer and innovative trends in all spheres of this industry have raised some pertinent issues regarding the current status and future trends for its healthy growth as an industry. In this context, an assessment of the existing regulatory and standardized operative systems is also required. The broadcasting industry has an immense potential in terms of job opportunities not only in the technology operations, content development but in media education as well. Hence, there is an urgent need to assess these trends and project its requirements for appropriate policies and programme directions.


    The Department requires the following staff on contract on an urgent basis:
    1) Consultant (1 Post)
    2) Research Associate (2 Posts)

    Details regarding the job description, education and experience are given below. Interested candidate may please send updated CV to decore.iimc@gmail.com by 22nd April, 2012 and appear for a walk-in-interview on 23rd April, 2012 from 11 A.M. onwards with requisite certificates and proof of experience and specimen of published articles/papers/books. 

    1) Consultant (1 Post)
    Job Description: This is a senior level research position in the project which requires the incumbent to steer the project through designing tools, collection of data and finalizing the report. 

    Key responsibilities will include:
    1. Directing and engaging in day to day activities of coordinating the media project. 
    2. Provide technical know-how and supervision of the project and staff.
    3. Coordinate and undertake field visits to different cities/states.
    4. Organise data collection, compilation and analysis.
    5. Set-up linkages with Research partners.

    A) Educational Qualification:
    • Masters’ Degree in Communication/Mass Communication or Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Economics) or Marketing/Management/ Sciences with Five years of experience in Media Research/ Media industry/Broadcasting Sector.
    OR
    • Ph. D in relevant areas from a recognized Univ. /Institution.
    +
    • Three years experience of working in Market Research organisation/Media Industry/Teaching and Research at University level.
    *B) Work/Research Experience
    • Work experience in the area of Media Studies /Broadcasting Industry/Development Communication/Research

    C) Skill-Sets
    • Efficiency in M.S. Office (Word, Excel/SPSS and Power point) is essential. 
    • A capacity to write research papers/reports independently.
    • Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods.

    Total consolidate emoluments for the post would be ` 35,000/- p.m.
    * Experience can be relaxed in cases of exceptional candidates.

    2) Research Associate (2 Posts)
    Job Description: This is a position in the Research Project Team.

    Key responsibilities will include:
    1. Assisting the supervisor in the development and implementation of the research project. 
    2. Undertaking filed-work, Data analysis and Report writing.
    3. Develop process for completing projects and responsible for the proper maintenance of up-to-date documentation of such process.
    4. Writing research proposals and papers, reviewing literature.

    A) Educational Qualification:

    • Master Degree in Communication Studies/Mass Communication or Social Sciences/Psychology, Sociology, Economics/Management/Marketing/Sciences with 3 years of Media research experience/industry experience. 
    OR
    • M. Phil. / Ph. D in relevant area from a recognized Univ. /Institution.

    B) Work/Research Experience
    • Work experience in the area of Media Studies /Broadcasting Industry/Development Communication/Research/Market Research.

    C) Skill-Sets
    • Efficiency in M.S. Office (Word, Excel/SPSS and Power point) is essential. 
    • A capacity to write research papers and making research presentations.
    • Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods.

    Total consolidate emoluments for the post would be ` 20, 000/- p.m.


    Interested candidates can send their latest resume to decore.iimc@gmail.com by 22nd april 2012 or can directly appear in the walk-in-interview conducted in Department of Communication Research, IIMC, Aruna Asaf Ali marg,JNU campus, New delhi on 23rd April 2012 from 11 am to 1 pm.

    Interview details are also available on IIMC website i.e. www.iimc.nic.in
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  • Work opportunities

    To
    Professor Mrinal Chatterjee


    Dear Sir
    Further to our telephonic discussion on 5th April 2012, I hereby introduce our company "Luminous Infoways", a web services company which has wide varieties of clientle. Please check in the following links:-
     
    We develop websites, portals, Internet based utility softwares/ solutions and also maintain websites and their contents. We need quality human resources for our business to deal with various contents creation, editing and presentation on various platforms. We believe that some potential students of journalism would prefer this as their career opportunity. They would be deployed for content management, documentation, report generation, reporting, sharing learning, compilation, editing and similar activities. Both English and Odia domains are open for them. Bhubaneswar is our main location, where as the candidates must have preparedness to be deployed elsewhere in India. 
     
    Please recommend some of your potential students for our purpose.
     
    We would happy to comply your queries if any.
     
    Regards
     

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  • Freelance copy writers needed

    Dear All,
     
    Freelance copy writers needed for E-TV. Persons with some experience in Electronics media domain please contact Sri Sanjay Pathak (mobile: 9391041911) immediately.
     
    Mr. Pathak is presently in Bhubaneswar. He will leave for Hyderabad on 20th. He intends to finalise it before that.
     
    MC
    91 94370 26194
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  • फारवर्ड प्रेस को चाहिए, अनुवादक-सह-सहायक संपादक

    आवश्यकता है द्विभाषी (अँग्रेज़ीहिंदी) पत्रिका फारवर्ड प्रेस के लिए अनुवादक-सह-सहायक संपादक की

     

    · दोनों भाषाओं में धाराप्रवाह लिखने की क्षमता हो

     

    · पत्रकारिता अथवा साहित्यिक पृष्ठभूमि वाले को वरीयता

     

    · अनुवाद करने से पहले मूल भाषा में कॉपी एडिट और रीराइटिंग करना आना चाहिए

     

    · अनुवाद समसामयिक मुहावरे में हो

     

    · समयबद्ध रूप में काम कर पाने की योग्यता

     

    · कंप्यूटर पर सहजता से काम कर पाए माइक्रोसॉफ़्ट वर्ड तथा इंटरनेट का इस्तेमाल आता हो

     

     

    · “फॉरवर्ड विचाररखने वाला तथा पत्रिका के विज़न और मूल्यों से मोटे तौर पर सहमति आवश्यक

     

    · बाकी बातें समान रहने पर, दलितबहुजन (ओबीसी/एससी/एसटी) उम्मीदवार को वरियता

     

    अपने सीवी तथा संभव हो तो, अँग्रेज़ी तथा हिंद लेखन के नमूनों के साथ 25 अप्रैल 2012 तक निम्नलिखित ईमेल पते पर संपर्क करें: aspire.prakashan@gmail.com


     
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  • Pressman PR seeks Asst Manager in Bangalore

    Pressman PR, the specialist public relations division of Pressman Advertising Ltd, is an established agency with national presence, providing branding building & PR services to Corporates (especially in the IT, Financial Services, Education, Healthcare, and Lifestyle sectors) with focus on media relations.

     

    Requirement: Assistant Manager in Bangalore (Female)

     

    An young, dynamic female candidate with good communication and presentation skills. Responsibilities would primarily be handling existing clients and co-ordination with media.

     

    Experience: 1 to 2 years; Freshers can also be considered (Bangalore-based candidates preferred)

     

    Skills and Qualification: A graduate with a PG in Communications/PR/Advertising/Marketing/Journalism

     

    Salary: Based on qualification and experience

     

    Contact: M.Vijaykumar, Sr.VP and Branch Head

     

    Email: vijaykumar@pressmanindia.com

     
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  • Creative Inc needs Copy Writer in Delhi

    Creative Inc, a leading advertising and brand management agency, handling some of the topline B2C and B2B brands, is looking for a Creative Copy Writer (English).
    Location: Nehru Place, New Delhi
    Experience: 0-5 years
    Job Description/ Responsibilities: Excellent editorial capabilities. Adept at converting briefs into relevant/effective ideas/concepts.
    Must be creative with great writing skills and impeccable grammar. Ability to conceptualize and work across various media; brochures / posters/ corporate identity, BTL, ads, dm campaigns, scripts, etc. i.e. 360 degrees communication
    Candidate profile: Delhi/NCR based only need apply. Mass communication/MA English/ BA English/any graduate, great communication skills, team player with a general flair for creativity. Ability to perform under pressure, meet stringent deadlines and produce error-free copy is a pre-requisite.
    Compensation offered: The best
    To apply: Contact Avantika Sharma at careers@creative-inc.net
    Contact Number: 011-41634301/011-41625477
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  • Summer Course in Film Appreciatin at Pune

    A four-week full-time course in FILM APPRECIATION will be held at Pune from 4th June to 30th June, 2012 under the joint auspices of National Film Archive of India and Film & Television Institute of India.
    This is an intensive course designed to promote comprehensive understanding and insights into the nature of cinema and other related forms and practices. These include recent developments like independent films, digital art and diverse practices that come under the broad umbrella of New Media.
    The course is primarily designed to meet the needs of teachers/scholars interested in introducing film study activities in educational institutions, media practitioners, film society organisers, researchers, Govt. officials handling films and serious cinéphiles.
    Advance copy of the duly filled in application in the prescribed format can be submitted through e-mail to nfaipune@gmail.com.
    Hard copy of the application alongwith administrative fee of Rs.200/- by Crossed DD payable to Accounts Officer, FTII, Pune should reach the following address on or before 24.04.2012 :
    The Director
    National Film Archive of India

    Law College Road

    Pune – 411 004

    For more details please visit-

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  • Looking for content developers for publication house

    At Sanket Communications Bhubaneswar, we are looking for content developers(both experienced and fresher) for our annual volumes(magazines and Coffee table books), newsletters and upcoming ventures. 
    The candidates will be required to write and copy edit  features and stories for our publications and newsletters. The candidate must have a good grasp of English language and a flair for writing. Journalism pass-outs who are keen to write about travel, Jewelery, fashion trends, sports, and life style changes are encouraged to apply.  Experience is preferable but freshers can also apply.
    Salary: As per the industry norms 
    Contact Person
    Mrs. Sangeeta Tripathy
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  • Oneindia.in Has Multiple Desk Openings in Bangalore

    Oneindia.in requires the following in Bangalore.

    Chief Sub Editor [3]

    Sub Editor [6]

    Experience

    Chief Sub Editor  — Should have minimum 5 years of experience in Newspaper/Television/Website

    Sub Editor — Freshers (If your course curriculum did not include hard news writing and news analysis, please do not apply)

    Chief Sub Editor [News]

    1. Should be able to work with the News Editor to generate good news articles. Lead the news team.
    2. Should have minimum 5 years of experience in  Newspaper/Television/Website. Experience should be in news desk or news oriented features desk. Candidate should be interested in social and political topics.
    3. Should have proven ability to write news as and when it happens and edit stories written by subs. Co-ordinate the news team with a vision to improve the popularity of their section.
    4. Must have a passion for Internet journalism.
    5. Strong rewriting skills. Candidate has to edit news and general content written by team.

    Sub Editor

    1. Should have strong passion for journalism and writing.
    2. Should have good awareness of current affairs.
    3. Editing and reporting news.
    4. Strong rewriting skills. Candidate has to rewrite/rehash news stories and general content to the deadlines.
    5. Should be following social, political and economic issues of the country on a day today basis.
    6. Computer knowledge and a passion for Internet journalism.

    Salary: Best in the industry

    Contact person: Malathi A

    Email: malathi.a@oneindia.co.in

    Source: Jobs Media

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