Kavana BN
Periyapatna
Summary
Experienced Editorial Manager with over 6 years in online news and digital content management. Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams, developing content strategies, and achieving measurable growth in key metrics. Adept at improving productivity, streamlining operations, and driving data-driven decision-making.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Editorial Manager - Content Operations
Lokal App
05.2023 - Current
- Lead editorial operations and team management across five states: Karnataka, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Punjab.
- Ensure targets are met, and productivity is optimized through effective delegation.
- Develop content strategies, analyze user behaviour, and drive data-driven improvements in key metrics.
- Conduct interviews for all state roles, and bi-weekly performance reviews with the CEO using detailed presentations.
- Manage a team of over 40 members, provide ongoing training, and maintain a positive work environment.
- Handle daily operations, including managing multiple Excel sheets, coordinating meetings, and ensuring timely notifications.
- Maintain 24/7 availability to support team members, provide continuous follow-up on events, and monitor performance metrics closely.
Team Lead - KA Operations
INSHORTS - Public App
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed and communicated with over 300 reporters in Karnataka.
- Oversaw hiring and training processes for reporters, ensuring a well-guided team.
- Maintained daily worksheets, and kept reporters updated.
- Conducted weekly or monthly meetings with district reporters.
- Supervised team members and ensured adequate news coverage.
Senior Content Editor
Share It
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Reviewed and edited video content to ensure quality.
- Published content through CMS, and optimized search results with keywords.
- Ensured content safety and checked over 350 videos daily.
News Caster, Content Editor, and News Input Coordinator
ETV BHARAT
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Wrote high-quality articles on various topics
- Edited and published news using CMS, including working with SEO content
- Managed reporters and addressed issues from input to output
- Supervised a team of content writers and copywriters
Creator and Manager
ABHAYAHASTA
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Founded a job-seeking platform that provides details on private jobs in India
- Covered various scales of industries and income levels
Copy Editor and News Anchor
VONE Kannada TV Channel
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Produced news tickers, bulletins, and copy-edited content
- Served as a news anchor and provided voice-overs
Education
M.A. - Mass Communication & Journalism
University of Mysore
Mysuru01.2019
B.Sc. - Chemistry, Food Science & Biotech
Maharani Science College
Mysuru01.2017
Skills
- Content Strategy and Digital Media Operations
- Team Leadership and Training
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- CMS tools (WordPress, etc)
- SEO Basics
- Google Workspace & MS Office tools
Languages
Kannada
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Editorial Manager - Content Operations
Lokal App
05.2023 - Current
Team Lead - KA Operations
INSHORTS - Public App
02.2021 - 05.2023
Senior Content Editor
Share It
06.2020 - 09.2020
News Caster, Content Editor, and News Input Coordinator
ETV BHARAT
06.2019 - 03.2020
Copy Editor and News Anchor
VONE Kannada TV Channel
12.2018 - 02.2019
Creator and Manager
ABHAYAHASTA
07.2018 - 06.2019
M.A. - Mass Communication & Journalism
University of Mysore
B.Sc. - Chemistry, Food Science & Biotech
Maharani Science College
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