Job brief
We are looking for an enthusiastic Journalist to contribute to the publication of timely and accurate news. The successful candidate will be a skilled writer with a passion for the job capable of both informing and educating our readers.
Responsibilities
Conduct research to uncover interesting and significant news
* Gather, corroborate and interpret data
* Interview key persons (witnesses, sources etc.) to obtain more information
* Use findings to construct a well-written article
* Retain awareness of the readers’ point of view
* Obtain first-hand information by being present in happenings
* Receive assignments or investigate news leads/tips
* Comply with the moral code of the profession
* Maintain notes and audio recordings
* Partner with other journalists, editors, producers etc
* Establish contacts and sources for use in future research
* Keep abreast on developments by studying papers, attending events etc.
**Requirements
* Excellent written and non-written communication & language skills
* Critical thinking, honesty, integrity and morality
* Ability to follow strict deadlines and fast-check information
* Current knowledge of headlines
* Computer proficiency (MS Office, digital editing, web search, databases)
* Excellent communication and networking skills along with an aptitude in extracting information
* Good observation and deduction skills
*Plus to have
* Degree in journalism or relevant field (student or graduate)* Proven working experience as a journalist or reporter
* Portfolio of published articles or newscasts
*Some of the questions which we ask during interviews
*- Do you have a writing portfolio (e.g. blogs, essays, investigations etc.)- Do you know how to capture/edit photos?- Do you know how to capture/edit videos?- Do you know how to capture/edit audios?- Do you know how to manage social media platforms?- Do you know about RTIs?- Do you know about PILs?- Do you know how to take actions for different kinds of issues such as cybercrimes, consumer complaints, information broadcasting ministry? SEBI etc?- What is the role of journalism in democracy?- Do you have a personal laptop/computer with the connectivity of your own?- What are some best media houses according to you?- Do you know how to write news which is relevant to the international audience?- Do you know how to translate sentences from English to regional languages?- What should be the attitude of the media/news house towards the government?- What are the worst national and international media houses according to you?- What are the best national and international media houses according to you?- What are your media-related interests? Do you have any content samples created by you to prove your interests?- How good are you in research and investigations? Do you have any examples or experiences of your own?- Do you have a Twitter account / Youtube channel etc.?