- Research and pitch timely and well-researched news stories that educate and serve the audience’s interest.
- Solicit and interview reputable sources, such as authorities, subject matter experts, and witnesses who can provide a compelling perspective.
- Provide various sides to the story so the information is unbiased and meets the standard journalistic code of ethics.
- Explore leads, gather first-hand accounts, and fact-check information to develop a cohesive story that informs and captivates viewers or listeners while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Work closely with producers, editors, and other journalists to ensure reporting is high-quality and properly represents the media outlet.
- Keep up to date with the journalistic code of conduct and privacy and defamation laws.
- Attend live events and travel frequently to relevant locations.
- Keep track and take care of relevant recording equipment, such as cameras, microphones, and lights.
- Strong interviewing, relationship-building, and storytelling skills.
- Able to research, fact-check, write, edit, and communicate news stories that appeal to a specific audience or community.
- Easily recognizes timely story ideas and which information supports the story in a compelling way.
- Remains composed under stressful circumstances and tight deadlines.
- Creative self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong ethical and story-quality standards.
- Basic understanding of media and newsroom production processes.
Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month
Experience:
- News Reporter: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
