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It has been observed in recent years that there is a high number of women’s involvement in media careers but this fact also cannot be denied that today also top positions in newsrooms are being dominated by men as compared to female journalists. The recent survey of population shows that men and women are almost equal in number, but gender biases have denied her 50% share in opportunities in the media industry. This study investigated the prevalence of gender disparity in media careers like journalism, television, radio, film, social media manager, editor, producer etc. This research tried to explore how women have been underrepresented in media industry, challenges faced by her in opportunities at senior level, how gender disparity in media impacts women, audience and media industry as well. Some recommendations & collective efforts which can lead to a path of equality.

Media careers, Gender Disparity, women underrepresentation, pay discrepancy