Recruitment- Science Channel

PROJECT-SCIENCE CHANNEL

Applications are invited for engagement of various professionals in VIGYAN PRASAR at Noida/Delhi office for its Science Channels project viz DD Science on Doordarshan National and India Science – 24×7 internet based TV channel” on purely contractual basis from amongst professionals fulfilling the eligibility conditions as prescribed below.

Sl. No.	Professional Position/ Designation	No of Post	Professional Fee per Month	Eligibility
1.	Project Consultant Production	01	Rs.1,20,000– Rs.1,50,000	Essential Qualifications: GraduateDegree from a recognised University/Institution PG Diploma or equivalent in Mass Communication from a recognised University / Institution. At least 15years of experience of overall video production and channel management in a reputed channel/production house. Age: Below 60 years Desirable: Produced popular science and technology related programmes in English and Hindi for any TV/FILM Channel, Organisation etc and requisite skills of planning, execution and delivery of desired no of programmes as per channel requirements.
2.	Project Manager Content(English)	01	Rs.80,000– Rs.1,00000	Essential Qualifications: Graduate Degree from a recognised University/Institution PG Diploma or equivalent in Mass Communication from a recognised University / Institution. At least 8 years of demonstrable Output Desk experience in a TV/Film channel with strong scripting / writing and conceptualisation skills in English in subjects related to science, technology, environment etc. (Research papers do not qualify as exhibits). Impeccable (demonstrable) standards with written English grammar, editing, composition, vocabulary and pronunciation is an absolute MUST. Age : Below 55 Years Desirable: (i) Produced science and technology related films and programmes in English for any TV/FILM Channel, OR written science and technology-related articles in popular publications.
3.	Project Manager Editorial (Hindi)	01	Rs.80,000– Rs.1,00000	Essential Qualifications: Graduate Degree from a recognised University/Institution PG Diploma or equivalent in Mass Communication from a recognised University / Institution. At least 8years of demonstrable Output Desk experience in a TV/FILM channel or national newspaper with strong scripting / writing and conceptualisation skills in Hindi in subjects related to science, technology, environment etc. (Research papers do not qualify as exhibits). Impeccable (demonstrable) standards with written Hindi grammar, editing, composition, vocabulary and pronunciation is an absolute MUST. Age : Below 55 Years Desirable: (i) Produced science and technology related films and programmes in Hindi for any TV/FILM Channel, OR written science and technology-related articles in popular publications.
4.	Project Manager Operations- Content (Engage With Science)	01	Rs.80,000– Rs.1,00000	Essential Qualifications: Graduate Degree from a recognised University/InstitutionPG Diploma or Equivalent in Mass Communication or Public Relations from a recognised University / Institution. At least 8 years of demonstrable experience in a reputed media organisation or PR firm with strong communication and engagement skills in English. Age : Below 55 Years Desirable: (i) Should have organised events and workshops involving students and/or youth on specific topics and themes. (ii) Should have been associated with production of films and programmes in English for any TV/FILM Channel. (iii) Candidate will be required to look after the Engage platform and liaise with schools and institutions, organise on-site TV/Film shoots, studio recordings with teachers and students and coordinate the functioning of the Engage platform in every way.
5.	Project Asst Manager Editorial (English)	01	Rs.60,000– Rs.80,000	Essential Qualifications: GraduateDegree from a recognised University/Institution PG Diploma or equivalent in Mass Communication from a recognised University / Institution. At least 5 years of demonstrable Output Desk experience in a TV/FILM channel with strong scripting / writing and conceptualisation skills in English in subjects related to science, technology, environment etc. (Research papers do not qualify as exhibits). Impeccable (demonstrable) standards with written English grammar, editing, composition, vocabulary and pronunciation is an absolute MUST. Age : 55 Years Desirable: (i) Produced science and technology related films and programmes in English for any TV/FILM Channel, OR written science and technology-related articles in popular publications
6.	Project Asst Manager Digital Marketing	01	Rs.60,000– Rs.80,000	Essential Qualifications: Graduate Degree from a recognised University/Institution Diploma in Digital Marketing OR Certification in Google Analytics. At least 5 years of demonstrable experience in different facets of digital marketing of products / services with a strong knowledge of globally accepted success parameters and audience growth patterns. Age : 55 Years Desirable: (i) Should have a strong linkage with Science and Technology portals
7.	Project Assistant Manager-Production (Video Editor)	02	Rs.60,000 –Rs80,000	Essential Qualification Graduate from a recognised University/Institution. At least 8years experience in a mainstream TV/FILM channel/ mainstream ad agency as a Video Editor with demonstrable expert level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro. (*Web Portal Experience not permissible). Must have in-depth knowledge of VFX, SFX and all other latest practices in the world of video editing. Must have produced documentaries and promos for a TV/FILM channel. Age : 55 Years Desirable: i) A Graduate Degree in a Science subject ii) Industry Diploma in Video Editing from a recognised / reputed institute of not less than 1 year duration. iii) Would have produced programme montages for TV/FILM channels. Note: This position may have a video editing test as a qualifier.*
8.	Project Asst Manager Production (Graphics Designer 3D)	02	Rs.60,000 – Rs.80,000	Essential Qualification Graduate from a recognised University/Institution. Diploma / PG Diploma / Advanced Diploma in 3D Graphics Design from a recognised institution. At least 5-8 years of post-Diploma experience in 3D graphic designing for TV/FILM channels / portals / video production houses / ad agencies. Must have demonstrable creative visualisation skills and good command over basic grammar and spellings in Hindi and English. Age : 55 Years Desirable: i) A Graduate Degree in a Science subject iii) Would have worked for a TV/FILM channel. Note: This position may have a video editing test as a qualifier.
9.	Project Asst Manager (Production– English)	01	Rs.60,000 – Rs.80,000	Essential Qualification Graduate from a recognised University/Institution. At least 5 years experience in a mainstream TV/FILM channel as an Executive Producer / Senior Producer with demonstrable expert level proficiency in post-production, packaging and rundown. (Web Portal Experience not permissible). Must have impeccable spoken and written English skills with flawless grammar. Must have produced TV/FILM programmes, packages and promos for a TV/FILM channel. Age : 55 Years Desirable: i) A Graduate Degree in a Science subject ii) PG Degree/Diploma in Mass Communication / Journalism / TV/FILM Channel Management from a recognised / reputed institute of not less than 1 year duration. iii) Would have produced documentaries for TV/FILM channels.
10.	Project Asst Manager (Production– Hindi)	01	Rs.60,000 – Rs.80,000	Essential Qualification Graduate from a recognised University/Institution. At least 5 years experience in a mainstream TV/FILM channel as an Executive Producer / Producer with demonstrable expert level proficiency in post-production, packaging and rundown. (Web Portal Experience not permissible). Must have impeccable spoken and written Hindi skills with flawless grammar. Must have produced TV/FILM programmes, packages and promos for a TV/FILM channel. Age : 55 Years Desirable: i) A Graduate Degree in a Science subject ii) PG Degree/Diploma in Mass Communication / Journalism / TV/FILM Channel Management from a recognised / reputed institute of not less than 1 year duration. iii) Would have produced documentaries for TV/FILM channels.
11.	Project Asst. Manager – Science Communication (Hindi)	01	Rs.60,000 – Rs.80,000	Essential Qualification M.Sc / MPhil / MTech / MCA from a recognised University/Institution. At least 5 years post-qualification experience in science communications in a popular science publication, web portal or TV/Film channel or in a science research organisation. (Research experience will not be admissible.) Must have impeccable spoken and written Hindi skills with flawless grammar. Age : 55 Years Desirable: Should have written project proposals for scientific organisations. Should have dealt with senior management for documentation purposes relevant to science and technology.
12.	Sr. Project Technical Officer – (IT)	01	Rs.55,000-Rs.60,000	Essential Qualifications: BE/BTech/BSc Computer Sc from a recognised University/Institution. OR Graduate from a recognised University/Institution and a full-time diploma in computers/networking of duration not less than 1 year. (SEO course is not permissible) Minimum post-qualification experience of 5 years. Proficiency in website management tools, CMS-driven operations, data backup, mysql, image optimisation, CDN operations etc. Extensive proficiency in Google Analytics and Webmaster Tools
13.	Sr. Project Technical Officer (Graphic Designer)– Engage	01	Rs.55,000-Rs60,000	Essential Qualification Graduate from a recognised University/Institution. Industry Diploma in 3D graphic designing from a recognised / reputed institute of not less than 6 month duration. At least 3-4 years post qualification (after diploma) experience in a mainstream TV/FILM channel / mainstream ad agency as a 3D Graphics Designer with demonstrable expert level proficiency in 3D montage creation, motion infographics, animations etc (*Web Portal Experience not permissible. 2D Design Experience Not Permissible). Must have in-depth knowledge of VFX, SFX and all other latest practices in the world of multimedia. Age : 55 Years Desirable*: i) A Graduate Degree in a Science subject would be preferred. iii) Would have produced programme montages for TV/FILM channels.
14.	Sr. Project Technical Associate (India Science)	01	Rs.50000-Rs 55,000	Essential Qualifications: BE/BTech/BSc Computer Sc from a recognised University/Institution. OR Graduate from a recognised University/Institution and a full-time diploma in computers/networking / OTT of duration not less than 1 year. (SEO course is not permissible) Minimum post-qualification experience of 3 years. Proficiency in website management tools, CMS-driven operations, data backup, mysql, image optimisation, CDN operations etc. Extensive proficiency in Google Analytics and Webmaster Tools
15.	Project Associate (Reporter-English)	01	Rs.35000-Rs.45000	Graduate in a Science Subject from a recognized University. At least 3 years experience in television journalism or in a web portal with demonstrable video content. Must have impeccable spoken and written English with flawless grammar. Must be a go-getter and have a fair idea about gathering information from multiple sources. Below: 55 years Desirable : PG Diploma in Mass Communication or Journalism from a recognized University/ institution. Demonstrable evidence of having made documentaries / video reports for a television channel or web portal.
16.	Junior Project Associate – (Cameraman)	02	Rs.25,000 –Rs.35,000	Essential Qualifications: (i) Graduate from a recognized University or equivalent (ii) At least 05years’ experience in operating state-of-the-art latest generation television camera at outdoor shoots, real studio as well as Chroma studio setting. (iii) Should have demonstrable track record and portfolio of good camera shoot angles and frames (iv)Show know the essentials of going LIVE and also backing up video data. Age : Below 55 years Desirable Qualifications: (i)Good working knowledge of PCR functioning and audio management for video recording. (ii)Well versed in basic videography hardware and accessories.
17.	Junior Project Associate – (PCR Technician)	01	Rs.25,000 –Rs.35,000	Essential Qualifications: (i) Graduate from a recognized University or equivalent (ii) At least 05 years’ experience in operating a studio PCR with state-of-the-art latest generation television cameras and lights. (iii) Should have demonstrable track record and portfolio of good programmes shot through the PCR. (iv)Show know the essentials of going LIVE and also backing up video data. Age : Below 55 Desirable Qualifications: (i)Well versed in basic videography hardware and accessories.
18.	Junior Project Associate – (Accounts)	01	Rs.25,000 –Rs.35,000	Essential Qualifications: (i) Graduate from a recognized University or equivalent in Commerce (ii) At least 03 years’ experience in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance, or similar field. (iii)Proficiency in computers and advanced knowledge of Tally software, Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel Age : Below 55 Desirable Qualifications (i) Working knowledge of maintaining records and files ,preparing draft, holding meetings, Excellent verbal and written communication skills (ii) Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Other Terms and Conditions:

1. Application will be accepted in prescribed format only in online mode. Last date of submission of application is 21^st June 2020.
2. Vigyan Prasar will in no case be responsible for non-receipt of their applications or any delay in receipt thereof on any account whatsoever.
3. Only Indian nationals are eligible for applying.
4. The crucial date for determining the eligibility in terms of prescribed qualification and experience will be the last date of submission of applications.
5. The selection will be based on academic qualifications, experience and performance in interview. Eligible candidates may have to appear for skill Test / Personal Interview.
6. Candidates working in Government organization / PSU/ must route their application through proper channel.
7. Please do attach (as per the requirements stated in online performa) all educational, experience certificates in support of essential and desirable qualifications and age.
8. Documents in support of qualification, experience and Age etc. have to be produced in original if called for interview.
9. Though, maximum age limit is prescribed against each post, emphasis will be to select young professionals for the project. Director, Vigyan Prasar may relax age and experiences in case of the candidates otherwise found suitable.
10. In case of false or insufficient information / lack of proof to ascertain the eligibility of the applicant, their candidature can summarily be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
11. Mere fulfilment of criteria and submission of applications shall not confer any right to be called for interview / selection. No further communication in this regards will be entertained.
12. Call letters and intimations relating to this recruitment will be sent to shortlisted candidates by e-mail only. Applicants should ensure that the e-mail ID given in the online application is maintained active. Considering the prevailing scenario, the candidates may require to undergo skill test and interview on online platform as decided by Vigyan Prasar.
13. The appointment against the above positions will be purely on temporary basis initially for a period upto November 2020. The contact may further be extended in line with extension of the project period and also on the basis of performance of the candidate. The professional fee will however be governed by the new extended project sanction in case of extension beyond November 2020.
14. The monthly professional fee payable for contractual positions shall be determined on the basis of applicants’ expertise, experience and professional standing.
15. Vigyan Prasar reserves the right to cancel /withdraw /postpone this recruitment notice.
16. Rules related to working hours/leave/increment etc will be applicable to all selected candidates as per norms determined for the Project.
17. Engagement of professionals will be on full time basis and their place of work will be New Delhi/ Noida.
18. Canvassing in any form shall lead to immediate disqualification.
19. No TA/DA shall be paid for appearing in Skill test /Interview.