News Producer (English)

Jagran New Media (JNM) is the digital wing of Jagran Prakashan Limited (JPL), India's leading media group, with interests in print, OOH, radio, and digital. JPL publishes Dainik Jagran, the world's largest-read Hindi daily, and owns Radio City. JNM creates online content across news, education, lifestyle, entertainment, health, and youth, reaching over 109 million users through its 9 digital platforms.

Jagran New Media creates and publishes online news and information content - which informs, educates and helps the user to make better life decisions. The company’s Portfolio includes 9 digital platforms which provide content across genres like news, education, lifestyle, entertainment, health and youth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Video Production:

  Produce, shoot, and deliver daily news video content in English for various platforms

• Hindi Knowledge :

  Moderate level of Hindi Language is required.

• Scriptwriting:

  Write clear, concise, and accurate scripts for video news stories, ensuring that content resonates with the English-speaking audience.

• Research & Content Development:

  Stay on top of breaking news, research stories, and develop relevant, impactful video news content in English.

• Storyboarding & Planning:

  Work with the editorial team to plan, storyboard, and execute video segments that adhere to editorial guidelines and news standards.
• You may assign Ground Reporting for special occasions.
• Should have good Industry Contacts for Expert View on Issues.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Functional : Digital Engagement:

  Optimize videos for different platforms (social media, YouTube, website), ensuring engagement with the English-speaking audience.

• Timeliness:

  Meet tight deadlines, particularly for breaking news and live coverage, and be responsive to real-time news events.

• Adaptation:

  Tailor content for a variety of formats and devices, ensuring that videos are optimized for all platforms.

• Behavioral: Collaboration:

  Work closely with journalists, reporters, editors, and other content creators to align video content with the overall editorial strategy and news coverage.

• Teamwork:

  Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work within a team environment.

• Adaptability:

  Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, especially during breaking news events.

Qualification & Experience:

• Journalism Background:

  Degree in Journalism, Media Studies, or related field.

• Experience with Digital Media:

  Experience producing content for social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, etc.

• Multimedia Skills:

  Knowledge of graphics, animation, and motion design for video enhancement.

• Understanding of Broadcast Standards:

  Familiarity with broadcasting equipment, standards, and production workflows.

Interested candidates can please share their resume on srishti.chogtu@jagrannewmedia.com