Sakschi Verma
Noida,Uttar Pradesh
Summary
- Accomplished Copy Editor with a proven track record of 7+ years in both print media and publishing industry
- Skilled in collaborating effectively under tight deadlines, showcasing both hard and soft skills in high-pressure environments
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Copy Editor
Rupa Publications
05.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise in line-editing, fact-checking and proofreading by consistently adhering to the in-house style sheet
- Collaborated with authors, commissioning editors and typesetters throughout the publication process
- Worked on a diverse range of genres including autobiography, mythology, historical fiction, self-help, politics, crime/mystery, finance, memoir, nutrition and Champak titles
- Submitted nominations for relevant accolades in the publishing field, engaging with all parties involved.
- Consistently met tight deadlines under pressure to enhance team workflow
Digital Content Producer
Times of India
04.2017 - 05.2021
- Refined and edited copies submitted by reporters, ensuring accuracy, clarity and adherence to deadlines
- Worked closely with design team to create visually appealing layouts for special edition story packages
- Contributed to weekly columns
- Managed social media content for TOI Chandigarh's Facebook page and Twitter handle
- Effectively managed daily coordination between graphic designers, photographers and reporters within tight time constraints
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism - Integrated Journalism
Times School of Journalism
New Delhi, India2017
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University
New Delhi, India2016
Class XII -
DAV Public School
Pushpanjali Enclave2013
Skills
- Copy-editing
- Proofreading
- Content management
- Fact-checking
Languages
English
Hindi
Internships
- Times of India, New Delhi
Key role: Edited copies for the City Desk and helped with page layouts
- Dose Internet Media, New Delhi
(Online start-up of informative listicles)
Key role: Wrote listicles for different categories for two websites of the same venture within time constraints, and catered to a wide range of readers
- Readers' Club of Delhi, New Delhi
(Online venture for book reviewers)
Key role: Reviewed six new books published by renowned publishing houses; prepared interview questions for authors
Timeline
Copy Editor
Rupa Publications
05.2021 - Current
Digital Content Producer
Times of India
04.2017 - 05.2021
Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism - Integrated Journalism
Times School of Journalism
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University
Class XII -
DAV Public School
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