Ratna Sarma Marla
Editor-in-Chief
Hyderabad,TG
Summary
Forward-thinking offering advanced experience in overseeing operations, driving business strategy and overhauling distribution networks. Highly proficient in business development and strategic planning resulting in consistent growth and profitability. Proven leader with track record of successful communication. Inspiring Chief Editor with 16 years of content creation and development oversight delivering relevant and engaging content to readers. Successfully collaborates with stakeholders to accurately present brand in print and online media. Strong writing, communication and computer skills and powerful commitment to creativity and innovation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Editor & COO
Prime9 News
Hyderabad, Telangana
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Supported and encouraged editorial board to provide independent and objective advice, opinions and perspectives to enhance publication.
- Oversaw, trained and developed writers and associates, assistants and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work.
- Solicited and encouraged public reviews and commentaries on trending topics and subjects of topical interest.
- Represented and promoted publication at publisher events, trade shows and conferences.
Chief Executive Officer
inews telugu
Hyderabad
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Developed strategic plans and objectives to ensure organizational growth and profitability.
- Created financial models to forecast future business performance and identify areas of improvement.
- Established policies, procedures, and protocols to improve operational efficiency.
- Led the recruitment process for executive-level positions within the organization.
- Oversaw all aspects of financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.
- Facilitated communication between board members, executives, staff members, and other stakeholders.
- Represented the company at conferences, trade shows, networking events.
- Reviewed employee performance evaluations in order to make personnel decisions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with business partners by providing exceptional customer service.
- Drove company vision with collaborative employee engagement techniques and strategic leadership.
Consulting Editor
hmtv
Hyderabad
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Researched topics related to assigned projects or articles as needed.
- Analyzed current political trends and provided reports to management on potential implications.
- Conducted live interviews with celebrities, politicians and other newsmakers.
Chief Editor
Accolade broadcasting continum pvt ltd
Kolkata
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed editorial guidelines and standards for staff writers.
- Managed a budget to ensure all publishing costs were met within allocated funds.
- Created training programs to enhance the skills of editors and writers in the organization.
- Attended conferences related to editing topics in order to stay abreast of new developments in the field.
Group Editor
Accolade Broadcasting
Kolkata, West Bengal
07.2024 - Current
- Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines.
- Established and implemented workflows to streamline editing processes.
- Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
- Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
- Utilized SEO techniques to optimize content for search engine rankings.
- Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
- Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
Sr Associate Editor
NTV Telugu
Hyderabad
12.2011 - 03.2021
- Communicated effectively with producers and crew members to ensure smooth production process.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of current events by reading newspapers, magazines, websites and watching television broadcasts.
- Coordinated with reporters in the field to obtain additional information or footage for stories.
- Composed questions for guests during interviews that would elicit relevant responses while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Monitored ratings feedback after each broadcast to improve future shows.
- Provided commentary on national issues during weekly roundtable discussions.
- Explained complex topics in a clear manner that viewers could easily understand.
Sr News Anchor/Reporter
Mahaa news Telugu
Hyderabad
02.2008 - 11.2011
- Gathered and reported news stories from a variety of sources, including local newspapers and online media outlets.
- Conducted interviews with individuals relevant to the news story.
- Participated in pre-production meetings to discuss story angles and content ideas.
- Attended press conferences to obtain information about current events.
Education
Master of Computer Applications - Computer Science And Programming
Osmania University
Hyderabad06-2006
Skills
- Consulting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Management
- Business Planning
- Risk Management
- Project Management
- Policy Development
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Management
- Recruiting and hiring top talent
- Operational leadership
- Investor Relations
- Revenue Generation
Timeline
Group Editor
Accolade Broadcasting
07.2024 - Current
Chief Editor & COO
Prime9 News
02.2024 - 07.2024
Chief Executive Officer
inews telugu
02.2024 - 03.2024
Consulting Editor
hmtv
05.2023 - 12.2023
Chief Editor
Accolade broadcasting continum pvt ltd
04.2021 - 01.2023
Sr Associate Editor
NTV Telugu
12.2011 - 03.2021
Sr News Anchor/Reporter
Mahaa news Telugu
02.2008 - 11.2011
Master of Computer Applications - Computer Science And Programming
Osmania University
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