Is it necessary to have a proper knowledge of English speaking for journalism?

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ABHISHEK K If you do not go to the end, why to start? | Scholar-Level 17

5 years ago

Hello Mohan journalism is a vast field that requires your command at every topic. If you are opting for this course it doesn't mean you should be good at English. However, it needs proficiency in at least one language. If you prefer to speak Hindi and you want to work with Hindi newspaper or channel then try to polish your Hindi. Work on your vocabulary and command over this language. If one is not good at English that's not a big issue. But one must not be so new to this language, at least you should know a little of this language because many times journalists receive newsletter or invitations from business groups so, at that point,

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Aman Brar Journalist | Contributor-Level 7

6 years ago

If you want to work for an English newspaper/site or TV channel then, of course, you need to be a grammar nazi. If you want to apply for Hindi media then you must have a working knowledge of English. So, a working knowledge is necessary for doing translation work for a Hindi news website. But, it's not compulsory.

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Mrinalani Teotia Worked with India's largest newspaper AMAR UJALA | Guide-Level 11

6 years ago

Hi Mohan,
Look, journalism is a vast field that requires your command at every topic. If you are opting for this course it doesn't mean you should be good at English. However, it needs proficiency in at least one language. If you prefer to speak Hindi and you want to work with Hindi newspaper or channel then try to polish your Hindi. Work on your vocabulary and command over this language. If one is not good at English that's not a big issue. But one must not be so new to this language, at least you should know a little of this language because many times journalists receive newsletter or invitations from business groups so, at that poi

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Harpreet Singh | Contributor-Level 6

6 years ago

No. In India, there are many vernaculars media groups that ask for expertise in regional languages, however, the basic knowledge of English in a plus point. We have many examples of media personalities like Ameen Siyani, Ravish Kumar, Prabhu Chawla, etc., who succeeded by working in regional language.

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vaasvi sahni

6 years ago

No, not exactly but yes, if you are willing to join a big house (news) then you must have knowledge. If you are more into Hindi, even then it is fine as knowledge helps you to take a step forward.