Day 01: 

The Department of Mass Communication and Media at the Central University of South Bihar (CUSB) has commenced a five-day workshop titled “Behind the Mic and Camera: Broadcast Journalism.” The workshop, being held from March 10 to March 14, aims to equip media students with practical skills related to radio and television journalism. The workshop features expert sessions by Dr. Ravi Suryavanshi from the University of Allahabad and Mr. Shinjan Chatterjee from IITM College, Janakpuri. The programme is being conducted under the chairmanship of the Head of the Department, Prof. K. Shiv Shankar. 

The workshop was inaugurated by Prof. K. Shiv Shankar, Professor and Head of the Department of Mass Communication and Media. In his inaugural address, he emphasized the importance of such skill-based workshops for students. He noted that these programmes provide an opportunity to understand the real functioning of the media industry and help bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. He also mentioned that during the five-day workshop, students will be introduced to various aspects of broadcast journalism. Faculty members Dr. Anindya Deb, Dr. Neha Suryavanshi, and Dr. Anuj Kumar Singh were also present on the occasion. During the first session, Dr. Ravi Suryavanshi discussed various aspects of radio and television journalism. He explained the functioning, structure, and writing style used in broadcast media. Emphasizing the importance of language in broadcast journalism, he stated that the language of radio and television should be simple, clear, and effective. He further highlighted that time management is crucial in broadcast journalism; therefore, journalists must present information in a concise and precise manner. In the second session, Mr. Shinjan Chatterjee introduced students to the basic principles of camera operation. He explained camera handling, framing, angles, and different types of shots in detail. She emphasized that the proper use of the camera is essential for producing effective visual content and encouraged students to understand the technical aspects of camera work through hands-on practice. Students actively participated in the workshop, engaging with the experts through questions and discussions and gaining valuable practical insights into the field of broadcast journalism.

Day 05:

Over the course of five days, the media lab and moocs studio were transformed into a functional newsroom. Under the mentorship of the Prof. K Shiv Shankar students were given hands-on experience with Electronic News Gathering (ENG) cameras, teleprompters, and professional microphones. The training also delved deep into post-production, where students mastered various editing softwares to weave raw footage into cohesive stories. The culmination of this rigorous training was witnessed today, March 17, during the official screening of the bulletins at the department’s media lab. Prof. Dr. K. Shiva Shankar expressed his delight at the quality of the productions, noting that the bulletins displayed a high level of technical finesse and journalistic integrity. "The output we see today is a testament to the hard work of our students and the effectiveness of this workshop. It is heartening to see our students ready for the challenges of the modern media landscape," the HOD remarked while addressing the gathering. The event concluded with a certificate distribution ceremony, where Prof. Shankar personally congratulated the participants. The successful execution of the bulletins served as a definitive marker of the workshop's success, leaving students better equipped for their future careers in the broadcasting industry.