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Media Executive

Fit for youth without SEE:
No

A media executive is someone whose main duties include the creation of content that drives the brand and engages customers. A media executive oversees the operational and management of a media company ... learn more

Employment Option

Self Employment Ratio

%

Education

B.A. in Media Studies would be the most apt education for an aspiring media executive. Bachelor in Media Studies is an intensive four-year programme with the scope in final year for concentration in a ... learn more

Diploma
Academic Education

Possible Employers


Publisher

Career in Detail

A media executive is someone whose main duties include the creation of content that drives the brand and engages customers. A media executive oversees the operational and management of a media company in either radio, publishing, TV, film or music.

Media Executives usually do the following

1.Administrate the creation and publishing of relevant, original, high-quality content.
2.Identify and improve organizational development aspects that would improve content
3.Create a regular publishing schedule.

Abilities and other Requirements

requires work related travel

Income and other Facilities

Entry Salary / Income
Rs. (not set) - (not set)

Working Context

ISCO - International Standard Classification of Occupations

Security and Army Professionals
Skilled Urban Skilled Rural
Supporting Operations

The table illustrates the segregation of occupations according to the level of education & experience. The segregation is such that the 'Professionals' have the highest amount of education and/or experience then are the 2 skilled labour (Urban & Rural) and Supporting Occupations with assemblers, operators etc. Security and Army have a wider range of both education and experience and are governmental jobs.

The boxes highlighted are the ones associated with Media Executive . According to ISCO, jobs can have various levels of education and/or experience which thus puts them in different boxes as visualized in the table.

Relevant Education

B.A. in Media Studies would be the most apt education for an aspiring media executive. Bachelor in Media Studies is an intensive four-year programme with the scope in final year for concentration in a chosen field of study. Since Media Executive is based on branding, organization's image etc. one should have had prior experience in such aspects after the completion of their academics.

Education strongly relevant

Duration Fee (Rs) Access without SEE
B.A. Media Studies
Professional
4 Year(s) 0
No
The Bachelor in Media Studies is an intensive four-year program of Kathmandu University. Besides consolidating knowledge in the discipline area, the students will get opportunities to broaden their understanding of the uses of information technology, appreciate the relevance of other allied subjects as useful for a media graduate, have an overview of subjects as diverse as statistics and philosophy, develop a strong base of communication skills, media literacy and an ability to carry out project works independently. Go to education page
BMT
Professional
3 Year(s) 0
No
Bachelor in Media Technology is a three year program under Purbanchal University. The course is divided in six semesters. Each semester carries a load of minimum 18 and maximum 21 credits. However, there are 36 subject-topics in the whole program besides five weeks industrial internship equivalent to 3 credit hours. Go to education page
PGD in Journalism an
Professional
1 Year(s) 0
No
The Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication (PGDJMC) programme has been developed to meet the ever increasing demand for trained manpower in various media organizations.It provides a holistic view of the theoretical as well as practical aspects of journalism and mass communica tion. The programme aims to upgrade the skills and competencies of those who are working in media organizations without a formal training. Go to education page

Education moderately relevant

Duration Fee (Rs) Access without SEE
Dip.Jornalism
Professional
3 Year(s) 0
No
Journalism and Mass Communications have attracted considerable attention to and attendance of working media practitioners as well as potential communicators covering various branches of this field. Given that media in Nepal give high priority to skill-based knowledge, an appropriate course imparting extensive skills, backed by theoretical knowledge, will create considerable interest in potential students pursuing such course in the cross-section of Nepal's media industry, which has grown dramatically since the 1990s. Skill is what counts the most in media houses, and a course catering to such needs will go a long way in generating employment. Go to education page
B.A. Journalism and
Professional
3 Year(s) 200,000
No
BA in Journalism and Mass Communication enable students to appreciate and discuss the importance of studying journalism and mass communication in relation to mass media. They will be able to apply mass communication principles and have insight into communication issues through application in the practical fields. Students gain insight into the history, laws and ethical issues of media functioning, including management and organization understanding of news operation and editing and identify major trends in national and global media, raise issues with information flow system and define systems that govern the role and operation of journalism activity. Go to education page

Ideal Qualities

Sociability, very outgoing: You prefer to interact with many different people, but you are capable of working by yourself if necessary. You should consider looking for jobs which involve interacting with customers and where you are in interaction and which allows you to be in the center of attention. Some options would include jobs that involve maintaining relationships with customers and partners or stakeholders, and organizing events.

General Interest, very high: You are interested in many thing and spend a lot of time on updating yourself on the newest developments in different sectors. You should consider looking for jobs where it is beneficial for you to learn about many different topics.Such jobs can be found among others in art, media, and education

Work activities, rather mental: You prefer your work to be mental in nature, with only some physical activity required. You should consider looking for jobs where you are mostly required to sit in one place and come up with ideas or handle information. Some examples would include desk jobs, handicrafts requiring detailed work without emphasizing heavy work and jobs involving scientific research.

Style of Working, rather applying: You often prefer to implement given solutions and plans somebody made, even though you can also be creative when needed. You should consider looking for jobs that are fairly routine and repetitive. Some examples can be found in health sector, hospitality or control and administration for example.

Information Processing, detailed & global: You are equally capable of focusing on a specific aspect or looking at the entire operation, without any particular preference for either. You should consider looking for jobs that will require you to have some specialized knowledge and also be able to look at the bigger picture at the same time. Some examples would include working in agriculture and economic management.

Flexibility, very high: You prefer to have a constantly changing work routine with only a few things or nothing being the same every day. You should consider looking for jobs that give you considerable freedom in where and what time you work. Some examples would include online jobs, freelancing, and writing.

Value orientation, only idealistic: You believe that your work must have meaning behind it, without any material importance. You should consider looking for jobs that will give you some personal satisfaction while doing it. Some examples would include teaching and doing social work.

Pursuit of Success, high: For you it is important to succeed in your work. You have no problem with dedicating your free time to your work, and you welcome challenges and obstacles. You should consider looking for jobs that will motivate you to do well and succeed. Avoid jobs that will not challenge you to perform better.

Motivation to Create, medium: You are equally capable of coming up with your own ideas or following established ways of doing things. You should consider looking for jobs where you will be allowed to come up with some ideas but you also have the option to follow an existing procedure.

Motivation to Lead, very high: You prefer to lead and direct others in a group. You like to tell them what you want to do and convince them to follow you. You should consider looking for jobs where you can lead a group of people and direct your group’s efforts. Avoid jobs where you will not be able to share your ideas on what you want others to do.

Analysis orientated, very high: You like to spend a lot of time thinking before you make a decision. You believe that it is important to consider everything before acting. You should consider looking for jobs where you are required to think carefully before acting. Avoid jobs where you need to make decisions quickly without much time for thinking.

Ability to Socialize, very high: You are comfortable meeting new people. You have no problem socializing and interacting with different kinds of people, and finding things to talk about. You should consider looking for jobs where you can work with and meet many kinds of people. Avoid jobs where you will not have much interaction with others.

Team oriented, high: It is easy for you to cooperate and collaborate with others. You enjoy working with a team on tasks and projects. You should consider looking for jobs where you will be required to work with a team to perform tasks. Avoid jobs that will require you to work on your own.

Strength of enforcement, very high: You are usually direct and you are capable of confronting others if needed. You have no problem saying what is on your mind. You should consider looking for jobs where you can evaluate and monitor others’ performance. Avoid jobs where you are not encouraged to say what is on your mind.

Ability to cope with pressure, high: You are capable of working under pressure, to the point where you almost enjoy it. You are not easily stressed by daunting tasks. You should consider looking for jobs where you have to work at a hectic pace and perform well. Avoid jobs where you do not have to exert much effort.

Self-confidence, very high: You have a high amount of self-confidence. It is easy for you to present yourself in front of others. You should consider looking for jobs where you will have to make presentations in front of groups of people. Avoid jobs where you will not be encouraged to talk to other people.

1.Administrate the creation and publishing of relevant, original, high-quality content.
2.Identify and improve organizational development aspects that would improve content
3.Create a regular publishing schedule.

Employment Condition

Self Employment Ratio

%

Possible Employers


Publisher

Size of Employment

At the moment there are people working in this job in Nepal.

Job Demand

Shows the demand of the career (1st being the highest and the last being over-saturated).


60 = very high: This job is very high in demand. You can easily find employment or will be able to sell your service easily as a self employed person.

50 = high: This job is high in demand. With a certain talent you will find a job.

40 = medium: The demand for this job is medium. You should have chances in finding a job, but you might need to be flexible regarding your working place or in self employment, might have to compete with a few other professionals about the work.

30 = low: The demand for this job is low. Only a few vacancies are published. Academic proficiency as well as experience is required to be even considered for applying for this sort of jobs.

20 = saturated: There is no more demand for this profession in the labour market. Only if existing staff is released, new people are hired.

10 = over-supplied: There are many graduates already waiting for a job in this profession. You might have to consider a long waiting list or have to prove extraordinary talent to find a job in this profession.

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