Editor – News, Cleantech Publications

1 month ago

Bengaluru, India Mercom India (formerly Mercom Communications India) Full time

Mercom India is a clean energy communications and research firm in India. We are a subsidiary of US-based Mercom Capital Group, a leading clean energy communication and consulting firm recognized worldwide for its expertise in renewable energy.

 

MercomIndia.com is a news portal covering clean energy news and activity in India.

 

Established in Bangalore, Mercom India has provided communications services nationwide for clean energy organizations since early 2009.


Responsibilities

Mercom India is looking for News editors with experience in news publications (digital and print) to join its growing team. Our publications need an editor to help us ensure that content is clear, accurate, and ready for publication, completing tasks such as writing articles, fact-checking, writing headlines, editing for grammar and spelling, and following a style guide.

 

We are looking for an Editor who wants to be part of a dynamic online and print news organization focused on renewable and clean technologies in India and who is excited to be part of the solution and change in India's energy and environmental future.

 

The ideal candidate will have experience in India's energy and business sector and will be able to analyze data, news, and trends required to develop original content. The candidate will ensure that articles, reports, and other materials are free of errors, easy to read, and conform to the publication's style. The candidate must have a passion for writing, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to work well under deadline pressure. The candidate can translate technical, policy, and complex ideas into clear text. The editor should be able to multitask and collaborate with the research team. The editor is expected to supervise the reporters and develop contacts in the industry to source stories and quotes.

 

The ideal candidate will have at least 2-3 years of editing experience and is excited to be part of the new and dynamic sector that is India's renewable energy growth story. The candidate will be responsible for:

        ·        Assigning and editing stories based on the interest of Mercom India's research, market intelligence, and online audience

        ·        Manage Mercom India's homepage

        ·        Oversee breaking news coverage

        ·        Use web analytics to monitor reader engagement

        ·        Ensure best practices for web publishing per Mercom guidelines when working with reporters

        ·        Manage the editing process according to the Mercom India style guide.

        ·        Write headlines and subheads for articles and print publication, and create page layouts consisting of article placement, photographs, and advertisements.

        ·        Experience working in an online news environment

        ·        Superior editorial judgment

        ·        Ability to line-edit stories and develop story ideas with reporters

        ·        Skilled in publishing stories that are impactful and compelling online

        ·        Proven ability to write web-friendly headlines

        ·        Ability to leverage multimedia content to enhance stories and user experience, clarifying details with reporters when necessary.

        ·        Writing or adjusting headlines for each article or writing

introductory paragraphs to ensure stories are written in Mercom's style and requirements

        ·        Editors are also expected to write complete news articles during downtime.

        ·        Must have experience using social media to find and promote stories

        ·        Familiarity with content management systems, photo editing

Software and web analytics tools preferred

        ·        Excellent written English, including good spelling and grammar

        ·        Must have an eye for detail and be very accurate in following writing guidelines

        ·        Be able to make decisions, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and have the ability to maintain a high quality of work while meeting tight deadlines

        ·        Be prepared to work long hours as required.

        ·        The candidate should have an eagerness to learn and adapt to new situations and different environments

        ·        Must be able to travel occasionally anywhere in India

        ·        Must be strong in ethical values and social conduct

        ·        Must be an excellent fact checker and should have the ability to verify all the news items from various sources

        ·        Must be proactive and able to work independently

        ·        Must be organized, able to meet deadlines and juggle various tasks while at the same time maintaining a high level of attention to detail and sustaining overall quality

        ·        Must be creative, flexible, and willing to do what it takes to deliver a finished product

        ·        Salary is commensurate with experience. Please submit resume

        ·         This position is based in Bangalore


Qualifications

A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, Journalism

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