Description
Certification Name: Certificate in Digital Journalist
Course Id: CDJ/Q0001.
Eligibility: 10+2 (higher Secondary) or Equivalent.
Objective: The Certified Digital Journalist course is designed to prepare individuals for the evolving demands of journalism in the digital age by combining traditional reporting skills with modern multimedia, mobile, and online tools. The course covers digital news gathering, mobile journalism (MoJo), writing for web and social media, SEO best practices, content management systems (CMS), video and podcast production, live reporting, audience engagement, and data visualization.
Duration: Three Month.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Assessment Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Digital Journalism: Definition and evolution of digital journalism, Key differences from traditional print and broadcast journalism, Roles and responsibilities of a digital journalist, Understanding the digital news ecosystem and audience behavior, Ethics, accuracy, and verification in the digital age, Overview of digital-first newsrooms and workflows.
Module 2: Content Creation for Digital Platforms: Writing for web: clarity, conciseness, and SEO practices, Crafting engaging headlines, intros, and CTAs, Integrating hyperlinks, metadata, and keywords, Creating multimedia-rich articles (photos, videos, embeds), Formatting content for web and mobile consumption, Adapting stories for various digital formats (blogs, newsletters, microblogs).
Module 3: Mobile and Social Media Journalism: Using smartphones for mobile journalism (MoJo), Capturing and editing on-the-go photos, videos, and audio, Live blogging, tweeting, and real-time reporting, Best practices for news on platforms like X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Leveraging trends, hashtags, and social listening tools, Audience interaction and digital engagement strategies.
Module 4: Multimedia and Visual Storytelling: Introduction to visual storytelling formats (infographics, animations, timelines), Creating explainer videos and visual reels, Basics of audio storytelling and podcasting, Tools for multimedia editing (Canva, Adobe, Audacity, Anchor), Combining text, visuals, and audio into digital packages, Designing interactive digital experiences and stories.
Module 5: Digital Tools, Analytics, and Verification: Tools for digital publishing and CMS platforms (WordPress, Medium), Web analytics basics (Google Analytics, social metrics), Measuring reach, impressions, CTR, and engagement, Using fact-checking tools and reverse image search, Verifying digital content: videos, photos, user-generated content (UGC), Staying safe online: digital hygiene and cyber safety for journalists.
Module 6: Career Building and Innovation in Digital Journalism: Building an online journalist portfolio and brand, Freelancing and pitching to digital platforms, Exploring monetization models (ads, subscriptions, creator tools), Collaborating with designers, developers, and editors, Exploring trends like data journalism, AI in news, immersive journalism (VR/AR), Professional networking and continuous learning in the digital space.
Job Opportunities in Digital Journalism – India
This program trains professionals to create, publish, and manage news content across websites, mobile apps, and social media platforms.
Top Roles: Digital News Reporter, Multimedia Journalist, Social Media News Editor, Digital Content Producer, Freelance Digital Journalist
Key Skills: Multimedia reporting, SEO writing, mobile journalism (MoJo), social media strategy, fact-checking, analytics, digital newsroom workflow
Income Range (India):
Entry-Level: ₹3 – 6 LPA
Mid-Level: ₹4 – 12 LPA
Senior / Freelance: ₹12 – 30 LPA (freelance: ₹40,000 – ₹3,00,000+ per month)
Employers / Work Areas: Digital news portals, online media houses, television & broadcast media (digital divisions), OTT & streaming platforms, corporate media & communication departments, government digital media units, NGOs & policy research organizations
Scope & Growth: Career path: Junior Digital Reporter → Digital Content Creator → Senior Digital Journalist → Digital Editor → Head of Digital News. Strong SEO, CMS, analytics, video editing, and social media expertise drive career growth and high earning potential.
