About This Recruitment
Doordarshan Kendra, Kolkata (DDK Kolkata) is calling for applications to empanel casual assignees for various roles related to content production, editing, and commercial work. The notification covers nine different categories, including Archive Assistant, Video Assistant, Social Media Editor, and others. This engagement is on an 'as and when required' basis, which means these are not permanent employment positions but assignments given as per necessity. The last date to apply online is 16 October 2026 until 6:00 pm. Candidates must apply through the Google Form provided on the official website.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must be between 21 and 40 years old as of the notification date. Educational and professional qualifications vary by category. For example, Archive Assistants need graduation and computer skills, while Post Production Assistants require degrees or diplomas in multimedia or video editing. Some roles demand experience in media production or digital marketing. This recruitment is open to candidates who meet the specific educational and experience requirements for each category listed in the notification.
| Sl. No. | Category | Essential |
|---|
| 1 | Archive Assistant | Graduation from a recognized University Proficiency in Computer (MS Excel) Proficiency in Bengali and English |
| 2 | Post Production Assistant (Graphics) | Degree/Diploma in Multimedia Animation / Motion Graphics |
| 3 | Post Production Assistant (Editing) | Professional Degree/Diploma in Video editing from a recognized university/institute. Candidates must be well-versed with the latest softwares, e.g. Da Vinci. |
| 4 | Video Assistant | Professional Degree/Diploma in Videography/Motion Picture Photography from a recognized university/institute |
| 5 | Social Media Editor | Graduation and Degree/Diploma in Media Science/Multimedia & Animation/Digital Marketing (Online/Offline) Experience of one year in professional Social Media Page Handling/Digital Marketing in any Media house |
| 6 | C. G. Operator | Graduation from a recognized University Typing ability of at least 30 words per minute in Bengali |
| 7 | Resource Person (Programme) | Class XII + 3 years experience in TV/Doordarshan Programme Production and Co-ordination, or Graduation with professional Diploma in Radio & TV Programme Production/Mass Communication/Journalism |
| 8 | Resource Person (Lighting Assistant) | Class XII + 3 years experience in TV/Doordarshan Programme Production and Co-ordination, or Graduation with professional Diploma in Radio & TV Programme Production/Mass Communication/Journalism, and experience in Film/TV Industry in Lighting Arrangement |
| 9 | Broadcast Assistant (Commercial) | Graduation in Commerce from a recognized University Computer Proficiency |
| Posts | Maximum age | Minimum age | Age relaxation |
|---|
| All 9 categories | 40 years | 21 years | Not specified |