Anirban GHOSHAL
Journalist Turned Storyteller, Content Strategist, Marketeer, Moderator
Bangalore/Kolkata,Uttar Pradesh
Summary
Journalist-turned storyteller and content strategist looking to unleash the power of content for brands to promote the business, products, and services. Talented Senior Manager highly effective at facilitating communication between different areas to maximize team and business success. Focused on continuous business and professional improvement. Successful at providing regular updates to executive leadership. Offering advanced planning and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
14
14
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Writer
IDG Communications
Kolkata, West Bengal
08.2021 - Current
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Researched and wrote technical articles on Enterprise Technology for CIO.com, NetworkWorld and InfoWorld publications.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in person to write multiple stories weekly.
- Consulted with editors to shape story and eliminate any errors.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
Senior Manager - Content Strategy
The Economic Times Edge – Times Strategic Solutions Ltd
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
10.2019 - Current
- Was hired to replicate the famous Web Summit for the company and support content strategy for all events.
- Managed content production, workflow and distribution, analyzing each stage of product (conference content) life cycle and recommending improvements to streamline processes.
- Monitored and controlled content and team of writers/producers, encompassing daily production, workflow and distribution.
- Supervised and directed conference producers to keep content projects on-track and tasks prioritized.
- Built upon communication systems and devised new initiatives, resulting in smoother speaker acquisition, better client sale through.
- Oversaw editorial calendars and content schedules to deliver production and relevant information on time.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
- Strategized content for the company in terms of conference agenda, setting panel discussion ideas, ideating speakers and delegates for conferences.
- Helped out in marketing collaterals such as videos.
- Moderated several sessions with top business and technology leaders both domestic and global.
- Worked towards the betterment of ETInsights.com - a website built for knowledge-sharing, event content and building communities across industry verticals
Principal Correspondent
News Corp VCCircle
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Was responsible for covering tech, startups, e-commerce, security and Internet at both the news platforms - TechCircle and VCCircle.
- Was charged with setting up an enterprise technology section under the new TechCircle website and delivered top-notch stories for the website including analysis and interviews
- Performed research and checked all facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Followed through on beat sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Pursued and developed stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple platforms, including Internet and digital channels.
Acting Tech Editor/Senior Tech Correspondent
Hindustan Times
New Delhi, Delhi
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Was responsible for breaking and covering technology stories and features both for Print and Online.
- Overlooked almost all technology stories for the publication under the supervision of the National Business Editor.
- The range of the technology beat included policy stories, consumer tech, enterprise tech and reviewing gadgets.
- Pitched stories to editorial staff in content areas of news, sports and entertainment.
- Monitored website and social media traffic.
- Applied understanding of public opinion, social media and traditional media use to create engaging and attention-grabbing stories.
- Performed research and checked all facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Took photos and videos for the publication.
- Fact-checked videos and articles before publishing.
- Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
- Pursued and developed stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for multiple platforms, including Internet and digital channels.
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
Senior Correspondent - Technology
Indo-Asian News Service (IANS)
Noida, Delhi
05.2015 - 11.2015
- Was responsible for all technology, e-commerce stories including government initiatives such as Digital India, Make-in-India
- Delivered content to broad audience by simplifying complex information.
- Met deadlines to provide relevant information quickly to staff and general public.
- Reported on the technology sector with reliable interpretations of events.
- Delivered reporting with 99% accuracy by checking validity of all facts presented.
Technology Correspondent Cum Senior Sub-Editor
The Financial Express
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Worked under the Technology Editor of the newspaper to produce articles for the technology pages (eFE and FEGadgets) which included strategy stories, reviews and interviews.
- At the desk, produced Page 1, politics and Business news pages for the newspaper.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Reviewed each piece for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
- Chose and prepared photos for use with feature pieces with news stories.
- Collaborated with graphics department to develop and implement visual elements such as graphs., charts and other infographics.
- Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries for each article.
- Monitored breaking news for information on incidents, events and topics of interest to quickly assign coverage to staff.
Reporter Cum Sub-Editor
Deccan Chronicle
Hyderabad, Telangana
04.2012 - 05.2014
- At the desk, produced the World/International pages for all editions of Deccan Chronicle and Asian Age across the country.
- Was later moved to produce page 1 of the newspaper across all editions.
- Was actively engaged in redesigning the newspaper
- Covered business and politics under the supervision of the Business Editor and Resident Editor.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
- Communicated directly with reporters to assess stories and improve quality of work.
- Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries for each article.
Copy Editor
Sify Technologies
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
12.2011 - 03.2012
- Worked as a copy editor for the finance/business section of the news portal. Met monthly targets of views. Was involved with planning slide shows and charts for the portal too.
- Reviewed and edited content for correct grammar and style.
- Developed and maintained database of high-quality boilerplate copy, enabling faster service and turnaround for time-sensitive projects.
- Proofread, edited, and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
Trainee Sub-Editor
The New Indian Express
Bhubaneswar, Orissa
04.2011 - 11.2011
- Worked with the news desk team to handle the district and city pages for the paper.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries for each article.
- Built productive relationships with writers, designers and other professionals to successfully produce news pages
Education
Post-graduate Diploma in Journalism - Business And Technology Journalism
Indian Institute Of Journalism & New Media
Bengaluru 05.2010 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Media Sciences
Pailan College Of Management & Technology
Kolkata 04.2007 - 03.2010
Skills
Communication skillsStrong organisational skillsConferences
Content Strategy
EnglishEvent managementMarketingProject manager supervision
Knowledge of content management
Unique content creation
Editing and review
Editing proficiency
Articulate communications
Copywriting
Research
Journalism
Certification
DEGREE
Timeline
Senior Writer
IDG Communications
08.2021 - Current
Senior Manager - Content Strategy
The Economic Times Edge – Times Strategic Solutions Ltd
10.2019 - Current
Acting Tech Editor/Senior Tech Correspondent
Hindustan Times
11.2017 - 05.2019
Principal Correspondent
News Corp VCCircle
10.2017 - 10.2019
Senior Correspondent - Technology
Indo-Asian News Service (IANS)
05.2015 - 11.2015
Technology Correspondent Cum Senior Sub-Editor
The Financial Express
05.2014 - 05.2015
Reporter Cum Sub-Editor
Deccan Chronicle
04.2012 - 05.2014
Copy Editor
Sify Technologies
12.2011 - 03.2012
Trainee Sub-Editor
The New Indian Express
04.2011 - 11.2011
Post-graduate Diploma in Journalism - Business And Technology Journalism
Indian Institute Of Journalism & New Media
05.2010 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Media Sciences
Pailan College Of Management & Technology
04.2007 - 03.2010