As an Editor at Diary of a Publisher and Pentagon Press , you’ll play a key role in shaping how India engages with ideas on geopolitics, national security, and civilisational strategy. You will be responsible for refining books, podcasts, and multi-platform content for clarity, precision, and tone. Success in this role looks like: consistently publishing high-quality content that reads intelligently, resonates with audiences, and upholds our credibility as a thought leadership platform. This role sits at the heart of our publishing ecosystem—supporting authors, video editors, content writers, and the podcast host to deliver content that reflects strategic depth and editorial excellence. Responsibilities Edit manuscripts, podcast scripts, YouTube descriptions, and summaries to meet publishing and media standards. Ensure consistency in language, tone, and terminology across platforms. Refine written content for DOAP podcast episodes, newsletters, and book intros. Collaborate with video editors by refining timestamps, titles, and content structure. Proofread and enhance social media content (LinkedIn posts, carousels, threads, tweets). Maintain a library of style and editorial guidelines, and help train junior writers when needed. Qualifications Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English. 1–3 years of editorial or content writing experience in publishing, journalism, podcasting, or strategic communication. Familiarity with geopolitics, military affairs, or Indian strategic literature is a plus. Strong editing judgment and an eye for structure, logic, and narrative clarity. Ability to meet deadlines and work cross-functionally with writers, designers, editors, and the host. Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, International Relations, or related field preferred. What We Offer A platform to work closely with India’s most influential thinkers and authors Opportunities to grow across publishing, strategic content, or scriptwriting High-trust environment with creative independence
Hiring: Executive Assistant – Director’s Office (Delhi) Diary of a Publisher | Pentagon Press We are looking for an Executive Assistant to work closely with Shivam Arya, host of Diary of a Publisher (DOAP) and Director at Pentagon Press. Pentagon Press is India’s leading publishing house on defence, national security, and geopolitics, with over 800+ titles that shape academic, policy, and strategic thought. Alongside publishing, we host the Diary of a Publisher (DOAP) podcast, a platform for deep conversations on defence, leadership, and India’s strategic rise. We also convene Kalam & Kavach, a flagship strategic dialogue where the country’s top military leaders, policymakers, and private sector innovators come together to push real change in the defence ecosystem. This is more than an EA role, it’s a chance to sit at the heart of India’s defence and strategic dialogue ecosystem. Location Delhi (with flexibility to travel for client meetings and projects) Experience 3–7 years (EA / Operations) What You'll Do Manage the Director’s calendar, meetings, and priorities Coordinate communication and respond to emails on behalf of the Director Prepare briefing notes, documents, and presentations for high-level meetings Draft slides, reports, and written material for publishing and podcasting projects Ensure smooth execution of day-to-day operations in a fast-paced environment What we're looking for Graduate / Postgraduate with 3–7 years of relevant experience Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills Tech-savvy: proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing business needs Willingness to travel and manage flexible hours Why join us? At Pentagon Press, you’ll be exposed to the world of strategy, policy, publishing, and influence. From engaging with senior defence leaders on Kalam & Kavach to shaping ideas through DOAP and our publications, this role offers a rare front-row seat to India’s national security conversation.
We’re Hiring! – Video Editing Intern (On-Site) 📍 Location : Diary of a Publisher | Pentagon Press (Delhi) 💰 Stipend: ₹12,000 – ₹15,000 per month ⏳ Duration: 3-Month Contract (Full-time) (Can be converted to a permanent role based on performance) About Us We run a growing podcast production studio , creating content around Defence , geopolitics , political etc. If you’re passionate about editing and want to work on exciting, real projects – this is the place for you! What You’ll Do Edit full-length podcast episodes . Create teasers, reels, and shorts for YouTube & Instagram. Design basic thumbnails for videos. Assist the production team during shoots . Help in managing files & workflow efficiently. Requirements Own laptop (must-have). Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro , Final Cut Pro , or any basic video editing software. Basic graphic design skills are a plus . Creative mindset with an eye for detail . Willingness to work on-site and learn quickly. Why Join Us? Work on high-quality, impactful content . Hands-on experience with real production shoots . Opportunity to grow into a permanent position . Be part of a creative, growing team . 📩 How to Apply: Send your resume + portfolio/reel to narensngh71@gmail.com