Supporting thousands to grow better
Journalism Career Support (JCS) creates an ecosystem combining knowledge, wisdom and ambition to grow. It supports others to grow. This is a fast moving social media network that influences more than 10000 journalists from the different parts of India and abroad. JCS is a crowd-supported group that alerts the Journalists and journalism students about opportunities in media, thus assisting them to plan and build their careers.
JCS has been popular in the media fraternity for the last seven years. It was started as a career guidance group for the students of Institute of Journalism, Press Club, Trivandrum, the premier journalism institute in India run by journalists. Eventually the door was opened to all the journalists and journalism students.
This platform is monitored by a successful team of journalists who have many years of experience in media. JCS family believes in the progress and growth of journalists.
Our Mission
- To mentor aspiring journalists by providing comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and a supportive community.
- To equip them with essential skills, ethical standards, and critical thinking abilities to navigate the evolving media landscape.
- To promote journalism as a catalyst for accountability, enlightenment, and positive change through collaboration and the inclusion of diverse voices.
Our Vision
CS envisions being at the forefront of the global media community, empowering and equipping future generations of journalists to uphold integrity, foster innovation, and create meaningful impact. We strive to cultivate a media landscape that champions truth, diversity, and social justice on an international scale.
Features of JCS
Advanced Topics
Advanced topics in journalism focus on specialized skills and knowledge areas such as investigative reporting, media ethics, data journalism, international journalism, and multimedia storytelling. These subjects delve deeper into research techniques, digital innovations, media law, and adapting to evolving platforms, preparing journalists for complex and high-impact storytelling.
Expert Teachers
Expert teachers in journalism bring extensive industry experience and academic knowledge to the classroom. They guide students through practical skills, ethical decision-making, and the latest media trends. With backgrounds in reporting, editing, or digital media, they provide mentorship, foster critical thinking, and prepare students for dynamic journalism careers.
Our Courses
Video courses in journalism provide flexible, interactive learning through visual content, offering instruction on key skills like video editing, multimedia storytelling, and broadcast reporting. Students engage with practical tutorials, industry insights, and real-world examples, making video courses an effective way to master digital journalism and visual communication techniques.
Who We Are..?
The Plan of the JCS is to make the platform wider that can be accessed by all the journalists around the country. Furthermore, the society will be providing the onsite and offsite training for the working journalist to attain their goals by competing with the upgrading technologies and work frames. We will be cooperating with all the educational institutions that aims on media studies to achieve the goals.
Content Development
75%
Creative Content
90%
Visual Media
80%
Online Media
80%
Our Management Team
Radhakrishnan S
Founder, Director & Patron
Currently working as the Assistant Director, Manorama School of Communication, brings 37 years of professional media experience and nearly a decade of academic experience in media studies. Began career as a reporter with Malayala Manorama and has worked with various publications both within India and internationally.
R Sumesh
President
Graduate in English Literaure from M G College Thiruvananthapuram. Completed PG Diploma in Journalism from Institute of Journalism, Press Club, Thiruvananthapuram. Presently working as a senior journalist in Janayugam daliy. Participated in Digital Media India workshop conducted by Wan Ifra in Delhi 2017.
Deepak Paul
Vice President
Former journalist at Mathrubhumi news Currently Working at Ministry of National Guards Health Affairs, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Pradeep GN
Joint Secretary
Former Journalist at Indiavision and News 18 Kerala Currently working with Mathrubhumi Daily as reporter at Kasragod
Ajith Aravindan
Joint Secretary
Former Senior PRO in Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation Ltd. Former Communication Professional in C-DIT Former Journslist Trainee in Kerala Currently working as I&PR Professional, Govt. of Kerala
Our Happy Clients!
I found the journalism career support extremely helpful and insightful. The guidance on building a strong portfolio, improving reporting and writing skills, and understanding modern newsroom requirements gave me a clear direction. The personalized advice on internships and networking opportunities was very practical and easy to follow.
Sunitha Ramdas
Student Journalist
The mentorship sessions were motivating and helped boost my confidence in pursuing journalism as a career. It would be even more beneficial if there were more hands-on workshops, mock interviews, and opportunities to connect directly with industry professionals. Overall, the support has been valuable in clarifying my career path, and I feel better prepared to enter the field of journalism.”
Krishna Vinod
Student, Journalist
I particularly appreciated the emphasis on digital journalism, multimedia storytelling, and ethical reporting, which are crucial in today’s media industry.
Sheeba Arun
Student, Journalist