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Anchor is a program host. Anchoring is the art of presenting or delivering a program. It is, in other words introducing the audience to the program.
*Job Profile-
TV news anchors present news in different languages - foreign, national and regional languages.
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Age limit does not matter.
Program anchors specialize in entertainment programs such as award shows, music & dance shows, comedy shows, reality shows, cooking, sports, crime reports or talk shows and debates etc.
Anchor should keep the audience engaged for maximum response.
Anchor needs to be charged up, passionate, enthusiastic and should possess detailed knowledge of issues. The nature of the programme determines the anchor's conduct.
*Skills required-
Good voice modulation, articulation
Knowledge
Excellent language & communication skills
Versatility
Vibrant attitude
Flexible approach towards the profession
Good, Camera friendly appearance
Smart disposition
Good perception
Good timing
Dynamism
Command over pronunciation
Good general knowledge of issues from different fields
Good sense of humur
Spontaneity
Calm and composed disposition
Unique style
Good mental ability
Leadership qualities are an asset
*Training in anchoring, comparing, hosting is offered through media training institutes, acting academies, drama schools etc. Some examples are:
IAAN School of Mass Communication (New Delhi), Asian Academy of Film & Television (AAFT), Pran's Media Institute (New Delhi), Center for Research in Art Of Film and Television (New Delhi), Sadhna Academy for Modern Studies (Noida)
A course for compering is conducted by Xavier Institute of Communications in Mumbai and is called ABCD which stands for Announcing, Broadcasting, Compering and Dubbing.
For All India Radio and Doordarshan selection is made on the basis of a written test. Voice test, screen test and interview for All India Radio and for TV are also taken. The test may involve writing announcements, presentation of scripts for special programs, audiences, etc.
Also refer-
https://www.shiksha.com/getArticleDetail/1913/Tv-Newscasting-Anchoring-For-A-Career
https://www.shiksha.com/career-in-anchoring-article-4611-1
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After acquiring the required degree, one can apply for lectureship in various universities/Institutes across the country. For this, they have to appear for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or the National Eligibility Test (NET) these examinations will be conducted by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
After qualifying in the JRF examination a candidate has the option to pursue a doctorate degree in capacity of a paid research fellowship. For taking up a lectureship position in a particular state, candidates must have to clear the State Level Eligibility Test (SLET) of that particular state.
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Top Companies:-
Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)
National Museum
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