Assistant Editor / Copy Editor / Executive Editor

Job Description

We are looking for an ambitious, energetic, and detail-oriented Editor to join our editorial team. The selected candidate will play a key role in creating high-quality content for our magazine and news portal, while contributing to the overall editorial strategy and brand growth. The role involves researching, writing, editing, and coordinating content related to Metro Rail, Railways, High-Speed Rail, RRTS, Urban Mobility, and Infrastructure sectors. The candidate will also work closely with designers, sales, and marketing teams to ensure timely publication and strong industry engagement. The objective of this role is to drive sustainable editorial growth through impactful articles, whitepapers, media interviews, research papers, and strong relationships with industry leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain the highest standards of editorial ethics, accuracy, and quality Research, collect, write, and edit content including: News articles Feature articles Cover stories Media interviews Whitepapers and research papers Opinions, tenders, and contract-related updates Publish news stories/articles daily on the news portal Write at least one featured editorial/article every month on recent developments in: Metro Rail High-Speed Rail RRTS projects Smart and sustainable public transportation Coordinate with designers to ensure timely completion of magazine layouts Review and proofread all content before publication to ensure accuracy, clarity, grammar, and consistency Verify facts, data, and sources cited in articles Allocate space for text, images, graphics, and illustrations in coordination with the design team Support the sales and marketing team in creating promotional content such as banners, emailers, and creatives Conduct and coordinate media interviews with: Industry leaders Senior government officials (Urban Development, Transport, Railways) Metro rail operators, EPC contractors, consultants, and service providers Encourage and manage “Call for Papers” from professionals in the metro, rail, infrastructure, and urban mobility ecosystem Review and evaluate submitted articles for fair and quality publication Support quality control by reviewing each magazine issue before release Promote the magazine and news portal through social media, industry events, conferences, and forums Perform additional editorial assignments as directed by the Editorial Board

Requirements

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or a related field Prior

experience

in writing, editing, or proofreading (media/publishing

experience

preferred) Excellent written and verbal communication

skills

Strong command of grammar, punctuation, and editorial style Creative mindset with curiosity and interest in a wide range of topics Ability to generate compelling story ideas and attention-grabbing headlines Strong editorial judgment to assess ethics, relevance, and evidence in stories Ability to rewrite and simplify content for better reader understanding Detail-oriented with strong fact-checking and quality-control

skills

Ability to guide and collaborate with writers, designers, and internal teams Interest or background in infrastructure, metro rail, railways, or urban mobility is an added advantage

Benefits

Compensation &

Benefits

CTC Range: ₹2.4 LPA – ₹3.6 LPA (based on

experience

and skills) No fixed salary structure initially; compensation aligned with performance and role fit All approved official travel and outdoor expenses will be reimbursed upon submission of actual bills Exposure to industry leaders, policymakers, and large-scale infrastructure projects Opportunity for long-term growth, including potential induction into the Board of Directors, based on performance and commitment

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or a related field Prior

experience

in writing, editing, or proofreading (media/publishing

experience

preferred) Excellent written and verbal communication

skills

Strong command of grammar, punctuation, and editorial style Creative mindset with curiosity and interest in a wide range of topics Ability to generate compelling story ideas and attention-grabbing headlines Strong editorial judgment to assess ethics, relevance, and evidence in stories Ability to rewrite and simplify content for better reader understanding Detail-oriented with strong fact-checking and quality-control

skills

Ability to guide and collaborate with writers, designers, and internal teams Interest or background in infrastructure, metro rail, railways, or urban mobility is an added advantage

Benefits

Compensation &

Benefits

CTC Range: ₹2.4 LPA – ₹3.6 LPA (based on

experience

and skills) No fixed salary structure initially; compensation aligned with performance and role fit All approved official travel and outdoor expenses will be reimbursed upon submission of actual bills Exposure to industry leaders, policymakers, and large-scale infrastructure projects Opportunity for long-term growth, including potential induction into the Board of Directors, based on performance and commitment