Output Desk

Location: Noida, Uttar Pradesh

Profile Summary:

Firstpost is India's leading platform for coverage of international events with an Indian perspective. It is one of the fastest growing news platforms in India, crossing 6.5 million subscribers on YouTube. Nearly 30% of traffic on the website comes from international markets, a strong testament to the brand's pull for audience outside India.

Firstpost is part of Network18, India’s largest news network, which delivers content across television, digital, print, and regional platforms. Network18 is a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited, one of India’s most prominent and diversified conglomerates, providing the stability and resources to drive transformative journalism.

Key Responsibilities:

The role requires to ideate and innovate for daily and special news shows with a keen interest in major global developments. Demonstrate strong command over English, editorial awareness, and digital proficiency. Be technologically savvy and capable of working in a fast-paced, real-me news environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of multi-platform experience in journalism with a focus on international affairs and global news
• Experience working with global news agencies or international bureaus of well recognised media brands.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proven ability to manage journalistic contributors across geographies and deep understanding of the socio-political dynamics and current affairs of the respective regions
• Skilled at integrating international viewpoints with local context
• Excellent editorial judgment with a comprehensive grasp of global affairs, diplomacy, and international politics
• Outstanding communication, organizational, and cross-cultural interpersonal abilities
• Capable of working independently and effectively across different me zones
• A good understanding of India and its role in the emerging world order
• Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is advantageous
• Experience with newsroom sowtware and digital media platforms is a valuable asset.