Senior education reporter

Job Title : Senior Education Reporter

Location : Mumbai, India

Organization : The Free Press Journal

Department : Editorial

No. Of Years of Work Experience : 5+ Years

About The Free Press Journal :

Founded in 1928, The Free Press Journal is one of Mumbai’s oldest and most respected English-language newspapers. With a legacy of fearless journalism and public service, FPJ combines traditional values with a modern approach to news, covering a wide range of topics including politics, economy, education, civic issues, and lifestyle. As we expand our focus on education — a sector critical to India's future — we are looking for a committed Senior Education Reporter to join our Mumbai newsroom.

Role Overview :

As a Senior Education Reporter at The Free Press Journal, you will be responsible for covering all major developments in the education sector.

Key Responsibilities :

Report and write news articles, features, and explainers related to the education beat — including school board updates, university affairs, government policies, competitive exams, admissions, edtech, and student activism.

Build and maintain a strong network of sources in the education ecosystem — including school and college administrators, government officials, educators, students, and academic experts.

Monitor regulatory and academic bodies such as UGC, AICTE, CBSE, ICSE, State Education Boards, and the Ministry of Education for relevant updates.

Attend press conferences, academic events, and education summits to gather news and insights.

Pitch original and impactful story ideas — both for print and digital — that resonate with FPJ’s audience.

Ensure stories meet FPJ’s editorial standards of accuracy, fairness, and objectivity , and are filed on tight deadlines.

Collaborate with photo and digital teams to amplify stories across platforms , including social media and multimedia formats.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or a relevant discipline.

5+ years of experience in reporting, preferably with a focus on education or social development.

Proven track record of published articles in reputable publications.

Excellent command of English — both written and spoken.

Strong news sense and the ability to simplify complex policy matters for a general audience.

Familiarity with Mumbai’s educational landscape is a significant advantage.

Desirable Skills :

Knowledge of SEO, content management systems (CMS), and social media strategy.

Working knowledge of Marathi or Hindi is a plus.

Application Process :

Please send your CV, cover letter, and 2–3 samples of relevant work to with the subject line : Application – Senior Education Reporter (Mumbai)