AJAY JOSEPH RAJ P
Bengaluru
Summary
Senior digital journalism professional with 7+ years of experience across national, international, political, business, career, and viral news coverage. Proven expertise in editorial leadership, SEO-driven content strategy, real-time news operations, and team management. Known for delivering high-impact headlines, election coverage, and traffic-led editorial growth while mentoring journalists in fast-paced newsroom environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Copy Editor
Asianet Newsable
Bengaluru
08.2022 - Current
- Lead editorial operations for high-traffic digital news platforms covering national, international, business, career, and trending stories.
- Manage and mentor editorial teams to deliver accurate, SEO-optimised content under tight deadlines.
- Drive headline strategy and content optimisation, significantly improving audience engagement and search visibility.
- Spearhead real-time election coverage, breaking news desks, and LIVE pages with editorial precision.
- Oversee content quality, fact-checking standards, and newsroom workflows to maintain editorial credibility.
- Collaborate with social media teams to amplify reach through platform-specific content strategies.
Chief Copy Editor
Opoyi
Delhi / Bengaluru
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Edited and optimised digital content strictly aligned with SEO and search performance goals.
- Produced research-driven articles and feature stories through expert interviews and analysis.
- Managed breaking news, LIVE blogs, and election coverage, ensuring speed and accuracy.
- Led a team of 8 editors and writers, handling rosters, workflows, and performance guidance.
- Planned and executed editorial strategies for Assembly Elections 2022, delivering high-volume, high-impact coverage.
- Supervised interns and guided them in building SEO-led content clusters for traffic growth.
Senior Sub Editor
OneIndia News
Bengaluru
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Edited and published content aligned with SEO best practices and newsroom standards.
- Wrote original articles and features based on expert opinions and data analysis.
- Managed breaking news tickers, LIVE pages, and fast-moving news cycles.
- Performed SEO audits and implemented content improvements to enhance search rankings.
- Ensured accuracy through rigorous proofreading and fact verification.
Trainee Journalist
Asianet Newsable
Bengaluru
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Rewrote and edited political, national, and international news stories.
- Created headlines for breaking news and managed LIVE updates.
- Produced original stories through primary research and fresh news angles.
- Shot and edited political videos for digital platforms.
- Anchored the show “The Good Fight”, gaining on-camera newsroom experience.
Intern
Asianet Newsable
02.2018 - 04.2018
Education
PG Diploma - Television Production
COMMITS
BengaluruBA - Journalism
St Claret College
BengaluruHESP -
St Claret PU College
BengaluruSSLC -
BEL High School
BengaluruSkills
- Editorial leadership
- SEO strategy
- Audience engagement
- Election coverage
- Team leadership
- Content editing
- Fact-checking
- Proofreading
- Newsroom planning
Accomplishments
- Assembly Elections 2022: Led editorial teams to deliver comprehensive, real-time political coverage.
- Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Headed digital election operations, providing continuous LIVE updates, analysis, and high-engagement content across platforms.
Languages
- English
- Kannada
- Tamil
- Hindi
- Telugu
Timeline
Chief Copy Editor
Asianet Newsable
08.2022 - Current
Chief Copy Editor
Opoyi
08.2021 - 07.2022
Senior Sub Editor
OneIndia News
02.2020 - 08.2021
Trainee Journalist
Asianet Newsable
04.2018 - 02.2020
Intern
Asianet Newsable
02.2018 - 04.2018
PG Diploma - Television Production
COMMITS
BA - Journalism
St Claret College
HESP -
St Claret PU College
SSLC -
BEL High School