Assistant Professor Writing for Electronic & Digital Media – SRFTI
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹96,700 - ₹113,600 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Degree from a recognized University with a PG Diploma in Film/TV Direction or Screenplay Writing; or a Master's Degree in Theatre, Literature, or Film Studies.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 to 6 years of professional experience in script writing, film direction, or production depending on the specific educational qualification held.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 63 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Assistant Professor Writing for Electronic & Digital Media position at SRFTI offers a unique opportunity for creative professionals to shape the next generation of screenplay writers and content creators. This role involves teaching advanced scriptwriting techniques for television and OTT platforms, bridging the gap between traditional storytelling and modern digital media. Candidates with a strong background in screenplay writing or direction will find this an impactful platform to contribute to the academic and professional growth of the institute. The recruitment for these 2 vacancies is a significant step for those looking to transition into high-level media education within a prestigious national institute.
- This contractual role is ideal for experienced scriptwriters seeking to influence academic curricula in the evolving digital media landscape.
- Applicants should prepare a comprehensive portfolio of their professional writing work for television or OTT channels to support their candidacy.
- The position provides a stable academic environment with a consolidated honorarium of up to ₹1,13,600 per month.
- Candidates must ensure they meet the specific professional experience requirements in scriptwriting or direction as per the official guidelines.
- The selection process focuses on both academic qualifications and proven professional expertise in the field of electronic media writing.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated honorarium of ₹1,13,600 per month (₹96,700 with accommodation).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on eligibility criteria Trade Test (where applicable) Interview
Application Fees
General/OBC: Rs. 1200 SC/ST/PWD/Female: Exempted
Reservation
Total 02 vacancies; standard Government of India reservation norms apply for contractual engagements.
How to Apply
- Visit the official online application link at https://career.srfti.ac.in.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 1200 per post via SBI Collect under 'Educational Institutions'.
- Upload the payment receipt during the online form submission.
- Complete the online application form with all required details.
- Print the submitted application form.
- Attach copies of all requisite documents and certificates.
- Send the hard copy to: Registrar, Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute, EM Bypass Road, Panchasayar, Kolkata - 700094.
- Ensure the hard copy reaches the destination by 10 August 2026 (5 PM).
Frequently Asked Questions
The consolidated honorarium for this role ranges from ₹96,700 to ₹1,13,600 per month.
Candidates need a Degree from a recognized university along with a PG Diploma in Film/TV Direction or Screenplay Writing, or a Master's degree in relevant fields like Theatre or Film Studies.
The maximum age limit for this position is 63 years as of the application deadline.
