Immediate Start! Editor - Infrastructure

Job Title : Infrastructure Editor

Location : Mumbai, India

Company : The Free Press Journal

Experience : 10+ years in journalism, with a focus on infrastructure, urban development, and civic issues.

About Us :

The Free Press Journal is one of India’s oldest and most respected English-language newspapers, known for its fearless journalism and in-depth coverage of issues that shape the nation. We are currently seeking a seasoned and driven Infrastructure Editor to lead and expand our coverage of infrastructure, urban development, transportation, real estate, energy, and civic planning, with a strong Mumbai focus and national relevance.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead Infrastructure Coverage :
• Plan, commission, and edit high-impact stories on infrastructure projects, policies, and developments across Mumbai, Maharashtra, and India.
• Newsroom Leadership :
• Mentor and guide a team of reporters, ensuring consistent, quality content aligned with editorial standards and deadlines.
• Investigative Reporting Oversight :
• Oversee and contribute to long-form investigative features on large-scale public infrastructure projects, public-private partnerships, budget allocations, environmental impact, etc.
• Develop Sources :
• Maintain strong contacts across government departments, urban planning bodies, infrastructure firms, and civil society to ensure exclusive stories and insights.
• Multi-Platform Storytelling :
• Work with digital teams to adapt content for web and social media platforms with appropriate multimedia elements.
• Analysis & Opinion :
• Provide sharp, analytical commentary and op-eds on infrastructure policy shifts, project delays, or key developments.
• Stay Updated :
• Track trends, government policies (like Smart Cities, MMRDA. MAHADA, Mumbai Rail Corporation, AMRUT, Metro Rail, Coastal Road, etc.), tenders, and execution status of major infrastructure projects.

Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

To Apply :

Please send your resume, cover letter, and 3-5 writing samples to prachi.singh@fpj.co.in with the subject line "Application : Infrastructure Editor – Mumbai".