Story-driven Journalist adept at developing articles and investigating issues with tenacious and unwavering dedication. Offering 10+ years of experience in print and online media. Well versed in viral trends and breaking news response with proven success leveraging social media platforms to increase engagement.
Work History
Senior Journalist
www.imaws.org
Chennai, India
01.2025 - Current
Optimized workflow processes within the newsroom to improve efficiency while maintaining high journalistic standards.
Established a reputation for excellence in journalism by consistently meeting or surpassing performance metrics set by management.
Senior Journalist/News Editor
www.simpli-city.in
Chennai, Tamilnadu
02.2018 - 12.2024
Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
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.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Performed research and checked all facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
Senior Reporter
Deccan Chronicle Holdings Ltd
Chennai, Tamilnadu
08.2010 - 02.2018
Reviewed, edited and headlined work of less experienced reporters.
Conducted live and taped interviews to obtain information.
Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging and fact-checked stories.
Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
Performed research and checked all facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
Managed all aspects of content production for digital properties.
Senior Reporter/News Sub Editor
The New Indian Express
Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu
06.2002 - 08.2010
Created articles on wide range of topics such as politics], civic affairs and crime
Researched and produced daily news reports.
Interviewed guests on specific topics.
Maintained current understanding of events from local level up to international news.
Conducted live and taped interviews to obtain information.
Responded to emergencies and breaking news stories with strong sense of urgency, at any hour.
Content Writer
www.india4u.com
Chennai, India
06.2000 - 01.2005
Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Reporter
Evening Madras
Chennai
07.1995 - 02.2000
Reporter
Coromandel Star
Chennai
11.1990 - 09.1994
Education
Master of Arts - English Language and Literature
St. Joseph’s College
Tiruchirappalli
Post-graduate Diploma - Journalism and Mass communication
Madras Christian College
Tambaram, Chennai
Associate of Arts - English Literature
National College
Tiruchirappalli, India
Certification
EF- SET (C1 Advanced)
Skills
Breaking News-Reporting
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Timeline
Senior Journalist
www.imaws.org
01.2025 - Current
EF- SET (C1 Advanced)
03-2024
Senior Journalist/News Editor
www.simpli-city.in
02.2018 - 12.2024
Senior Reporter
Deccan Chronicle Holdings Ltd
08.2010 - 02.2018
Senior Reporter/News Sub Editor
The New Indian Express
06.2002 - 08.2010
Content Writer
www.india4u.com
06.2000 - 01.2005
Reporter
Evening Madras
07.1995 - 02.2000
Reporter
Coromandel Star
11.1990 - 09.1994
Master of Arts - English Language and Literature
St. Joseph’s College
Post-graduate Diploma - Journalism and Mass communication