About the Hiring FunctionDelhi Times is a city-centric lifestyle and entertainment supplement of The Times of India (TOI), one of India’s leading English-language newspapers. It primarily focuses on Local Entertainment, City Events, Lifestyle & Trends Reader Engagement and Youth Oriented Stories.Roles & Responsibilities: -- Cover local events: Attend and report on events, including food festivals, art exhibitions, music gigs, theater performances, and celebrity visits. Provide live updates or quick takes for digital platforms when needed - Track emerging trends: Monitor and identify evolving lifestyle trends in fashion, food, wellness, travel, tech, and pop culture within the city. Cultivate a network of influencers, local businesses, and trendsetters for scoops and updates - Spot reporting: File engaging, timely, and fact-checked reports from on-ground events. Maintain accuracy while writing with flair to suit the tone of a lifestyle publication - Stay on top of the city events calendar to plan coverage around upcoming events, festivals, openings, and social trends - Coordinate with photographers, desk, social media team and other reportersEducational Qualifications:Graduation degree in any discipline preferably in English with degree or diploma in journalism/mass communicationYears of Experience: 1 to 2 yearsKnowledge and Skills:Strong command of English (independent writing skills are essential—no AI-generated content)What is in it For You?- Inclusive Workplace: We are an inclusive place to work, where diversity is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We embrace everyone with open hearts and minds. - Embracing Change: We welcome change and encourage innovative thinking and adaptability in our dynamic environment. - Growth Opportunities: We believe we grow when our people grow, offering numerous opportunities for professional and personal development. - People-Centric Policies: Our policies are designed with our people in mind, including a creche facility, comprehensive leave policies, flexible work hours, guest house facility, a robust POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) policy, to name a few. - Collaborative Culture: We foster a positive and collaborative culture, where employees are encouraged to share ideas, support each other, and work together towards common goals. At BCCL, we are more than colleagues; we are a family.
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Reporter