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Fresh Graduates
Graduates who want to enter journalism, digital media, or content creation professionally.
Rockpillar
Chennai · 6-Month Full-Time Diploma
Become a Digital-First
Journalist in 6 Months
Learn reporting, writing, interviewing, video production, editing, digital publishing, media ethics, and real-world storytelling through a practical full-time diploma program.
6-Month Full-Time Diploma
Practical Journalism Training
Field Reporting
Video Production
Portfolio Projects
Chennai-Based Program
01 At a Glance
Course Quick Facts
Everything you need to know — before you scroll further.
Course Name
Diploma in Applied Journalism for Digital Media
Duration
6 Months
Mode
Full-Time
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Eligibility
Graduates / Aspiring Media Professionals
Focus Areas
Reporting · Writing · Video · Editing · Digital Media · Ethics
Application
Apply Online / WhatsApp Enquiry
Course Fee
₹75,000
₹60,000
20% Early Bird — First 20 Seats Only
02 Is This for You?
Who Is This Course For?
This program is built for people who are serious about media, storytelling, and public impact.
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Aspiring Journalists & Anchors
Students interested in reporting, anchoring, writing, or video journalism.
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Content Creators
Creators who want serious journalism and storytelling skills behind their content.
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Multi-Stream Students
Backgrounds in English, VisComm, Pol. Science, Sociology, History, B.Com, BBA, or Mass Comm.
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Socially Curious Minds
People interested in public issues, society, politics, media, and communication.
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Career Changers
Working professionals who want to shift into media, communications, or digital journalism.
Sounds like you?
03 · CURRICULUM
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
13 core skill areas — practical, hands-on, and industry-relevant.
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News Reporting
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News Writing
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Interviewing Skills
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Video Production
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Sound Recording
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Video Editing
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Digital Storytelling
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Social Media Publishing
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Media Law & Ethics
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Political & Social Understanding
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Documentary Practice
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Media Analytics
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Mobile Journalism
05 Practical Training
Learn Journalism by Doing Real Journalism
This is not a classroom-only course. You will go into the field, talk to real people, and tell real stories — in Chennai.
Field Reporting Assignments
Go beyond the classroom to report on real community and public issues.
Interviews with Real People
Practice interviewing community members, leaders, and professionals.
Public Issue Reporting
Cover civic, social, environmental, and political stories in Chennai.
News Writing Practice
Daily writing exercises modelled on real newsroom workflows.
Camera & Editing Practice
Hands-on training with cameras, sound equipment, and editing tools.
Documentary Storytelling
Develop and produce a mini-documentary from concept to publication.
Chennai Story Projects
Local stories set in real neighbourhoods, institutions, and communities.
Social Media Publishing
Plan, create, and publish journalism content on digital platforms.
06 · SKILLS & TOOLS
Eight skills.One digital toolkit.
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Camera & Mobile Journalism
Camera & Mobile Journalism
DSLR, mirrorless, and smartphone-based video journalism tools.
Multi-camera fluency
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Audio Recording
Audio Recording
Lavalier mics, handheld recorders, and field audio techniques.
Clean field audio
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Video Editing
Video Editing
Non-linear editing software for cutting, transitions, and colour.
Broadcast-ready cuts
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Social Media Platforms
Social Media Platforms
Publishing and distribution across Instagram, YouTube, X, and LinkedIn.
Multi-platform publishing
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Digital Research
Digital Research
Online verification, source checking, and digital investigative tools.
Verified, fact-checked sourcing
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Analytics Basics
Analytics Basics
Understanding audience data and content performance metrics.
Data-driven storytelling
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Content Planning
Content Planning
Editorial calendars, story planning, and newsroom-style workflows.
Newsroom-style workflows
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Online Publishing
Online Publishing
CMS platforms, digital story formats, and web publishing basics.
End-to-end publishingReady to build your journalism career?
07 Our Team
Faculty & Mentors
Learn from practitioners with real-world experience in journalism, digital media, and public communication.
Faculty Details
Journalism & Reporting
Experienced journalist with background in print and digital media. Specialises in investigative reporting and public-interest journalism.
Faculty Details
Video Production & Editing
Filmmaker and video journalist with experience in documentary production, news video, and mobile journalism.
Faculty Details
Digital Media & Social Publishing
Digital media professional specialising in social journalism, content strategy, and analytics-driven storytelling.
Faculty Details
Media Law, Ethics & Politics
Academic and practitioner working at the intersection of media law, press freedom, and socio-political journalism.
Full faculty profiles including names, bios, and professional links will be updated shortly. Contact us to learn more about the teaching team.
08 After CJDM
Career Paths You Can Explore After This Program
A CJDM diploma opens doors across journalism, digital media, content, communications, and beyond.
Digital Journalist
Reporter
Video Journalist
Content Writer
News Researcher
Social Media Producer
Documentary Assistant
Media Analyst
Communications Associate
Podcast Producer
YouTube News Creator
NGO / Policy Communications
09 Why Choose CJDM
Why CJDM Is Different
Most journalism courses teach you what journalism is. CJDM trains you to actually do it.
Regular Journalism Courses
Mostly theory-based learning
CJDM
Practical newsroom-style learning from day one
Regular Journalism Courses
Focus mainly on writing
CJDM
Reporting + video + editing + digital publishing — all in one
Regular Journalism Courses
Generic media training
CJDM
Journalism connected with society, politics, ethics, and public interest
Regular Journalism Courses
Certificate-focused
CJDM
Portfolio and skill-focused — you graduate with real work
Regular Journalism Courses
Classroom-only learning
CJDM
Field reporting and real-world storytelling in Chennai
Regular Journalism Courses
Traditional media focus
CJDM
Digital-first journalism and multi-platform content creation
10 Voices
What People Say
Hear from faculty, workshop participants, and early program members.
The integration of field reporting, ethics, and digital storytelling makes CJDM genuinely different from anything else available in Chennai. Students leave not just with skills — but with stories they actually told.
I attended the orientation and was surprised by how practical and real the curriculum is. It's not just media theory — it's about going out and doing journalism that matters.
Rockpillar's approach to journalism education is rooted in public interest. CJDM teaches students that journalism is a responsibility — and trains them to carry it well.
11 Get Started
How to Apply
A simple, 5-step process — from enquiry to enrolment.
Fill Enquiry Form
Share your basic details and interest in the course.
Attend Counselling
Talk to our team about the program, schedule, and fit.
Submit Application
Complete the formal application with your statement of purpose.
Interview / Selection
Short conversation with our admissions team about your goals.
Confirm Admission
Complete enrolment and join the next batch.
Course Brochure
Download the Full Course Details
Get the complete brochure with curriculum, practical projects, career paths, faculty profiles, fee structure, and admission process.
PDF format · Includes curriculum, career paths, and admission details
Not sure if journalism is right for you?
Join our free orientation: Careers in Journalism and Digital Media
Career opportunities in digital journalism
Skills needed to succeed in media
Full course structure walkthrough
Portfolio and outcome demonstrations
Live Q&A with the CJDM team
No pressure — just clarity
12 Fee & Offers
Course Fee & Early Bird Discount
Transparent pricing — no hidden costs. Lock in your early bird rate before seats fill up.
Standard Fee
₹75,000
Full program fee
6 months · Full-time · Chennai
⚡ Limited Offer · Early Bird Fee
₹60,000
Save ₹15,000 — 20% off
- ✓ First 20 students only
- ✓ Full 6-month program
- ✓ No hidden charges
Early bird discount is for the first 20 confirmed admissions only. Check seat availability →
13 FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Still unsure? Browse common questions — or message us on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppAny graduate or aspiring media professional can apply. Students from
English, Visual Communication, Political Science, Sociology, History, B.Com, BBA, Mass Communication, and any
other undergraduate background are welcome.
Yes. The program is designed for beginners with a strong interest in
journalism and storytelling. No prior media experience is required — just curiosity, commitment, and a desire to
tell stories that matter.
The Diploma in Applied Journalism for Digital Media is a 6-month
full-time program.
This is a full-time program. Students attend in-person sessions at our
Chennai campus and go on field reporting assignments as part of the curriculum.
You will learn news reporting, news writing, interviewing, video production, sound
recording, video editing, digital storytelling, social media publishing, media law and ethics, political and
social understanding, documentary practice, media analytics, and mobile journalism.
Yes. Video editing is a core part of the curriculum. You will learn non-linear
editing techniques and produce edited video reports and documentary-style projects.
Absolutely. Field reporting is central to the program. You will cover stories,
conduct interviews, and report on public issues in Chennai as part of your coursework.
Yes. By the time you graduate, you will have a portfolio of real journalism work
including news reports, interview stories, video reports, a documentary-style project, a social media campaign,
feature articles, and a final digital portfolio.
Graduates can explore roles including Digital
Journalist, Reporter, Video Journalist, Content Writer, Social Media Producer, Documentary Assistant, Media
Analyst, Communications Associate, Podcast Producer, YouTube News Creator, and NGO/Policy Communications
roles.
The program connects students with media collaborations and
industry exposure. Please speak to our admissions team for current placement and internship support details.
The course fee is ₹75,000 for the full 6-month program. We are currently offering an Early
Bird discount of 20% — bringing the fee down to ₹60,000 — for the first 20 students who confirm their admission.
Contact us on WhatsApp to check if early bird seats are still available.
Please contact us to find out about upcoming batch dates. We recommend
applying early as batch seats are limited.
Fill in the online application form linked on this page, or reach out to us on WhatsApp.
Our admissions team will guide you through the next steps.
Yes! We strongly encourage it. Register for our free orientation
session — Careers in Journalism and Digital Media — to get a full picture of the program before applying.
Your Journalism Story Starts Here
CJDM is a 6-month practical digital journalism program where you learn to report, write, shoot, edit, publish, and understand society — through real-world media projects in Chennai.
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