Sub Editor (Hyperlocal)

Job Summary (Hyperlocal): Jagran New Media is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Sub Editor to join our dynamic editorial team. The Senior Sub Editor will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and quality of Hindi news content published on our digital platform. This role requires a strong command of the Hindi language, excellent editorial judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced digital environment. The Senior Sub Editor will also be expected to mentor junior team members and contribute to maintaining high editorial standards. Responsibilities:  Content Editing and Proofreading: Thoroughly edit and proofread Hindi news articles, features, and other content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, clarity, factual accuracy, and adherence to the portal's style guide and editorial policies.  Headline and Deck Writing: Craft compelling and accurate headlines, sub- headlines (decks), and captions that grab readers' attention and accurately reflect the content.  Content Optimization: Ensure content is optimized for online readability, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), and social media sharing. This includes suggesting relevant keywords and ensuring proper formatting.  Fact-Checking and Verification: Rigorously fact-check information and verify sources to maintain journalistic integrity and accuracy.  Story Structure and Flow: Review and improve the structure, flow, and overall presentation of news stories to enhance reader engagement and understanding.  Image and Multimedia Integration: Ensure appropriate and high-quality images, videos, and other multimedia elements are correctly integrated with the text.  Legal and Ethical Compliance: Ensure all published content adheres to legal and ethical guidelines, including copyright laws and defamation standards.  Collaboration: Work closely with reporters and other team members to refine content and ensure timely publication.  Mentoring and Guidance: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior sub- editors and trainees, sharing best practices and contributing to their professional development.  Staying Updated: Keep abreast of current affairs, trends in digital journalism, and evolving language usage in Hindi.  Technical Proficiency: Utilize the content management system (CMS) and other relevant digital tools effectively for publishing and managing content.  Maintaining Editorial Standards: Uphold and promote high editorial standards across all published content.  Contributing to Editorial Planning: Participate in editorial meetings and contribute ideas for content development and improvement.  Shift Work: Be willing to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends, and night shifts. Qualifications and Experience:  Bachelor & degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Hindi Literature, or a related field.  Minimum of 1-3 years of proven experience as a Sub Editor in a reputable Hindi news organization, preferably a digital platform.  Exceptional command of the Hindi language, including grammar, vocabulary, and nuances.  Strong understanding of journalistic principles, ethics, and best practices.  Excellent news judgment and a keen eye for detail.  Ability to write clear, concise, and engaging headlines and summaries.  Familiarity with SEO principles and best practices for online content.  Proficiency in using content management systems (CMS) such as (Mention specific CMS if applicable, e.g., WordPress, Drupal).  Strong fact-checking and verification skills.  Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  Familiarity with social media platforms and their role in news dissemination.  Basic understanding of media laws and regulations in India. Preferred Skills:  Experience with multimedia editing tools.  Knowledge of Hindi Mangal font is a must.  Familiarity with analytics tools to understand content performance. Interested candidates can please share their resume on

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