Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Journalist with excellent Marathi language skills to join our editorial team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in news reporting, feature writing, and multimedia content creation, with a proven ability to deliver compelling stories in Marathi. You will be responsible for covering a variety of topics, including Political, and producing high-quality journalism that engages our audience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Research, report, and write news stories, features, and articles in Marathi on diverse topics.
- Conduct in-depth interviews with sources, including experts, public figures, and community members.
- Investigate and develop original stories while ensuring accuracy and fairness.
- Collaborate with editors to generate story ideas and ensure content aligns with editorial standards.
- Create multimedia content (videos, podcasts, etc.) in Marathi to enhance audience engagement.
- Stay current with news trends and events relevant to the Marathi-speaking audience.
- Build and maintain a network of sources and contacts within the community.
- Adhere to ethical journalism practices, including impartiality and fact-checking.
- Use social media to distribute content and interact with readers, building a personal brand in the Marathi media space.
- Work under tight deadlines while managing multiple assignments.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, or a related field.
- 3+ years of professional journalism experience, preferably in Marathi media.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills in Marathi.
- Proficiency in Marathi typing and familiarity with digital journalism tools and platforms.
- Experience in investigative journalism and long-form writing.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and ethical reporting.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.