Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Achievements And Community Involvement
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Avneet Kaur

Jalandhar

Summary

Experienced and committed journalist with over eight years in print and digital media. Proficient in communication, reporting, editing, social media, and impactful storytelling across various sectors including crime, education, governance, and civic issues. Recognised for unearthing scams, raising public concerns, and facilitating dialogue through strong news coverage and community engagement. Skilled at coordinating public meetings, building relationships, and advocating through media. Hands-on experience managing social media platforms and branding strategy, with a strong interest in digital engagement and audience development.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Correspondent

The Tribune
12.2021 - Current
  • Filed 3–4 news stories daily across beats such as crime, education, civic affairs, and politics.
  • Investigated scams and reported ground-level issues impacting communities.
  • Handled The Tribune’s regional social media handles, creating engaging posts, monitoring audience response, and boosting reach.
  • Promoted consistent digital branding across platforms and aligned content with readership trends.
  • Organised and covered public meetings and amplified community voices through proactive journalism.

Assistant Editor

TrueScoop News
12.2020 - 12.2021
  • Oversaw daily content planning, homepage updates, and news layouts.
  • Edited news and feature pieces, guided junior reporters, and ensured clarity and credibility.
  • Worked closely with social media teams to ensure timely and strategic content sharing.
  • Developed an understanding of online audience behavior and digital storytelling.

Stringer (Correspondent)

The Tribune
05.2017 - 11.2020
  • Covered local governance, education, crime, and infrastructure issues.
  • Built strong relationships with officials and public representatives.
  • Known for community-driven stories and impactful communication.

Sub-editor

PunjabTribune.com
08.2016 - 03.2017
  • Edited reports from agencies including PTI, ANI, IANS, and Reuters.
  • Wrote features and opinion columns; maintained digital content flow.

Trainee, Public Relations Department

Government of Punjab
07.2012 - 12.2012
  • Drafted press releases and media advisories.
  • Covered ministerial press conferences and developed early PR skills.

Education

Master of Arts (Hons) - Journalism and Mass Communication

Guru Nanak Dev University
Jalandhar
01.2018

Bachelor of Journalism - Mass Communication

Doaba College
Jalandhar
01.2016

Skills

  • News Reporting & Editing
  • Digital Journalism & Social Media Management
  • Public & Media Relations
  • Communication & Community Engagement
  • Content Strategy & Branding
  • Investigative & Impactful Storytelling
  • Research
  • Interviewing
  • Presentation
  • Multitasking
  • Deadline Management

Achievements And Community Involvement

  • Honoured as Best Speaker at Guru Nanak Dev University Youth Fest 2016.
  • Co-editor of monthly student publication DOAB; oversaw editorial planning and student contributions.
  • Organised large inter-college festivals like Communis (2014–15) and BONJOUR 2017, engaging over 20 institutions.
  • Mentored junior students in journalism writing, public speaking, and content presentation.
  • Passionate about digital storytelling, branding, and audience engagement through social platforms.

Timeline

Staff Correspondent

The Tribune
12.2021 - Current

Assistant Editor

TrueScoop News
12.2020 - 12.2021

Stringer (Correspondent)

The Tribune
05.2017 - 11.2020

Sub-editor

PunjabTribune.com
08.2016 - 03.2017

Trainee, Public Relations Department

Government of Punjab
07.2012 - 12.2012

Master of Arts (Hons) - Journalism and Mass Communication

Guru Nanak Dev University

Bachelor of Journalism - Mass Communication

Doaba College
Avneet Kaur