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Priya Hazra

Noida

Summary

A Communications professional with over 5 years in content writing, editorial planning, and crafting thought-provoking opinion pieces. Proficient in developing impactful articles, managing media interactions, and implementing content strategies. Skilled in conducting interviews with public figures, copy editing, and increasing audience engagement through data-driven content initiatives. Possess strong editorial instincts honed in entertainment, lifestyle, and pop culture content realms.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Copy Editor

ABP Live
11.2022 - Current
  • Created editorial features and original long-form article on movies, streaming platforms, and pop culture to stay current and relevant.
  • Developed a weekly entertainment segment that boosted user engagement and content reach.
  • Interviewed industry experts and public figures, writing engaging stories that matched the publication’s style including movie reviews.
  • Worked closely with design and social media teams to produce well-coordinated multimedia content.

Staff Writer

ScoopWhoop
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Wrote engaging lifestyle and entertainment content for digital audiences.
  • Interviewed celebrities and produced humour-based features tailored to reader interests.
  • Identified trends and pitched creative ideas to increase traffic and social engagement.
  • Optimized content with SEO best practices and attention-grabbing headlines.

Editorial & Social Media Intern

SheThePeople
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Wrote timely and insightful articles on women-centric issues across entertainment, politics, and social topics.
  • Managed and curated the brand's Twitter presence, supporting engagement and platform growth during active campaigns.
  • Assisted editorial leads in developing story pipelines and supported campaign-based content planning.

Writer

Brown Magazine
07.2020 - 09.2020
  • Conducted interviews with artists and cultural leaders, producing nuanced features that highlighted regional and cultural narratives.
  • Collaborated on content structuring and SEO improvements to enhance readability and digital visibility.

Sub-editor

The Statesman
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Delivered entertainment features, celebrity interviews, and film reviews while upholding high editorial standards.
  • Supported daily newsroom functions, including story curation, editing, and visual coordination.
  • Authored lifestyle content covering food, travel, and hospitality, contributing to the publication's diverse coverage.

Education

MA - Corporate Communication

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
01-2021

BJMC - Journalism & Mass Communication

Amity University
01-2017

Skills

  • Content Strategy & Editorial Planning
  • Storytelling & Narrative Development
  • Interviews & Profile Writing
  • Press Release Writing
  • SEO Writing & CMS
  • Research and fact checking
  • Social media
  • Writing features

Certification

MICA Advanced Certificate in Digital Marketing & Communication, upGrad

2025-Present

Timeline

Senior Copy Editor

ABP Live
11.2022 - Current

Staff Writer

ScoopWhoop
11.2021 - 11.2022

Editorial & Social Media Intern

SheThePeople
01.2021 - 07.2021

Writer

Brown Magazine
07.2020 - 09.2020

Sub-editor

The Statesman
01.2018 - 02.2019

MA - Corporate Communication

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University

BJMC - Journalism & Mass Communication

Amity University
Priya Hazra