Senior Sub Editor - Hyperlocal (Hindi)

Job Summary:

Naidunia.com 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's or Master's degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Hindi Literature, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-6 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 typography and layout principles.
• Familiarity with analytics tools to understand content performance.