Editorial Research Associate

Content Research Executive

Minimum Requirement :

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following :

o Mass Communication

o English / Literature

o Media Studies

o Sociology / Political Science / History (for research -based content)

o Marketing / Public Relations (for lifestyle or business magazines)

Preferred / Advantageous :

Master’s degree (PG) in Journalism, Communication, or relevant research field

Certification in content writing, digital media research, or data journalism

Core Skills Required

Category Skills

Research Skills Data collection, fact -checking, cross -verification, online / offline

resource analysis

Editorial Skills Strong grammar, story structuring, copyediting, proofreading, English

and / or regional language writing skills.

Analytical Skills Ability to interpret data, surveys, trends, or reports, Strong research

and analytical ability.

Communication

Skills Clear writing, creative briefs, and data -backed recommendations.

Effective co-ordination with writers, editors and designers.

Digital Tools Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, content management

systems (CMS), Canva, or InDesign

Familiarity with research tools (Google Trends, SEMrush, Meltwater,

Social Blade, etc.)

Media Awareness Understanding of current affairs, trends, socio -political context and

audience preferences

Time Management Working under tight publishing deadlines

Desirable Attributes

Curiosity and attention to detail

Creativity in finding unique story angles

Ethical journalism standards

Adaptability to different magazine genres (fashion, travel, news, etc.)

Team collaboration and confidentiality

Experience (Preferred)

3–5 years for editorial researcher or senior research associate roles

Internship or freelance experience with a publishing house, newspaper, or magazine is

highly valued

Experience in working with government campaigns, advertising agencies, or PR firms

is a plus.

Familiarity with research tools (Google Trends, SEMrush, Meltwater, Social Blade,

etc.) and content management systems.