Harikrishna Pulugu
Broadcast Journalist
New Delhi,Delhi
Summary
Detail-oriented researcher with extensive background working across diverse entertainment journalism platforms, including Television, Digital, and Social media . Looking to transition skills into broadcast journalism roles in reputable organization. Creative Broadcast Journalist that blends over 20 years of experience with strong academic background encompassing language degree. Skilled in working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and diverse subjects in delivery of news and entertainment stories. Accomplished reporter committed to the quality and timely production of high-impact stories, capturing the attention and loyalty of diverse audiences. Accomplished in teaming up with assorted subjects and cross-functional teams in attainment of goals within high-pressure environments. Diligent professional offering story development, news, and special programs design expertise. Contacted potential interviewees and arranged interview slots for broadcast programs before conducting interviews. Detail-oriented with great listening and people engagement skills. Seasoned production control room manger for possessing outstanding source cultivation and maintenance skills. Researched and pursued potential leads to identify breaking news stories before delivery to live audiences. Confident and resourceful person with high creativity levels. Story-driven Journalist adept at developing articles and investigating issues with tenacious and unwavering dedication. Offering 20 years of experience in electronic and digital media. Versed in viral trends and breaking news response with proven success leveraging social media platforms to increase engagement. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Broadcast Journalist
BBC World Service
04.2020 - Current
- Wrote pieces and news stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout to deliver proper presentation.
- Conducted comprehensive research and developed targeted questions for use in guest interviews.
- Produced stories for broadcasting across TV and digital platforms.
- Prepared and delivered wide range of reports, covering topics ranging from politics to entertainment.
- Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
- Counseled video-editing crew on material used for video, handling voice-overs following editing phase.
- Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases.
- Selected material to develop interesting and professional presentations for different formats.
- Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
- Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
- Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
- Utilized SEO principles to optimize content for search engine rankings.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
- Executed editorial decisions to tailor content to specific target audiences, ensuring optimal engagement and relevance.
- Transformed written articles into engaging video scripts, overseeing the production process from concept to final edit.
- Applied knowledge of SEO principles to enhance online visibility and improve search engine rankings for reversioned content
- Conducted thorough fact-checking and verification processes to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the news stories during reversion
- Stayed abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve reversioning strategies and techniques.
Senior Producer
Liberium Global Resources
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Drafted production schedules for every department on production team.
- Provided input and direction to employees regarding projects and tasks.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Hired, trained and managed production staff and crew members to build highly qualified team and boost overall performance.
- Developed production plans and organized resources to achieve prompt delivery of projects.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
- Crafted plan for breaking news events and trained and prepared entire staff on how to handle such scenarios.
- Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences.
- Supervised breaking news coverage and determined priority for stories within each broadcast.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in TV
- Collaborated with network executives to define and propel organization's mission and vision.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Evaluated live broadcasts to assess signal strength and compliance with FCC standards.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
Senior Copy Editor
Rachana Television Private Limited
03.2012 - 06.2019
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for broadcast.
- Communicated directly with writers to collaboratively assess work and guide editorial improvements.
- Led and managed multiple projects from conceptual stage through to launch.
- Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics.
- Managed team of writers and junior editors to deliver accurate and engaging content.
- Collaborated with writers and graphic designers to develop content schedules and plan workflows.
- Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
- Collaborated with graphics department to develop and implement visual elements.
- Established and implemented workflows to streamline editing processes.
- Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed broadcast suggestions.
- Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
- Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits.
- Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
- Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Generated and maintained style guides to encourage consistent quality of content.
Senior Copy Editor
Monika Broadcasting Private Limited
11.2008 - 03.2012
- Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
- Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics.
- Collaborated with graphics department to develop and implement visual elements.
- Collaborated with writers and graphic designers to develop content schedules and plan workflows.
- Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries to increase viewership.
- Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
- Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
Copy Editor
Newstoday Private Limited
12.2003 - 10.2008
- 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.
- Created headlines, subheads and video captions for local and national news stories.
- Produced clear, concise and accurate content to reflect tone and level of authority appropriate to content.
- Recommended copy edits based on knowledge of target audience and internal and external style guides.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Telugu Literature
University Of Madras
Chennai06.2002
Master of Arts - Telugu Literature
Andhra University
Visakhapatnam06.2001
Bachelor of Arts - History, Political Science, Literature
Acharya Nagarjuna University
Guntur06.1999
Skills
- Multimedia research
- Story development
- Program reviews
- Camera and sound crew
- Broadcast journalism
- Story editing
- Media operations knowledge
- Copy Editing
- Video Editing
- Social media proficiency
- Interviewing skill
- Broadcast media
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Centre for Media Studies Award-2010 for best feature program on Global Warming
- Achieved quality output through effectively helping with video editing.
- TV News: Writing to Pictures
- Data Protection and Cyber Security
- Data Protection and Cyber Security (old 2021 version)
- Greener Broadcasting
- Reporting Climate Change (Online)
- Impartiality – International Factual Journalism
- Impartiality: The Essentials
- Respect at Work (International Staff)
- Anti-bribery International
- Anti-Fraud and Corruption Training
- Working with Children - Awareness
- Unconscious Bias Awareness
- Disability Confident
- Data Protection & Cyber Security - Studios
- WSL Essential Journalism 1
Completed BBC Courses
Languages
Telugu
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Broadcast Journalist
BBC World Service
04.2020 - Current
Senior Producer
Liberium Global Resources
06.2019 - 03.2020
Senior Copy Editor
Rachana Television Private Limited
03.2012 - 06.2019
Senior Copy Editor
Monika Broadcasting Private Limited
11.2008 - 03.2012
Copy Editor
Newstoday Private Limited
12.2003 - 10.2008
Master of Philosophy - Telugu Literature
University Of Madras
Master of Arts - Telugu Literature
Andhra University
Bachelor of Arts - History, Political Science, Literature
Acharya Nagarjuna University
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