Features Writer

About Company :

The Times of India is the flagship publication of Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. It is the world’s largest English broadsheet daily newspaper and covers a wide range of news interests like political, business, sports, entertainment, lifestyle, etc. TOI is built on the key principle to question conventional wisdom and present a comprehensive perspective to the reader for the news around us. The TOI Editorial function is the driving force behind the generation of content that shapes the reader experience. With a focus on news and analysis, this function constantly endeavours to implement path-breaking ideas and drive value-creation innovations.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a seasoned Features Writer with over 5 years of experience in mainstream media. This role requires hands on experience with production work on Adobe InDesign, while maintaining a knack for transforming complex subjects into engaging, accessible content. As a Features Writer, you will play a crucial role in adding an additional layer to our long-standing strengths in traditional lifestyle and entertainment content.

Roles & Responsibilities :

5+ years of experience and working as per 12 to 7PM shift timings. (flexible)

You need to edit and polish feature articles for clarity, flow, style and above all, accuracy.

Inform readers of trends and developments not obvious from day-to-day news reportage.

Craft stories that resonate with our readership, offering fresh perspectives and actionable insights.

You should be hands on with production work on Adobe InDesign.

Contribute to commissioning, idea generation.

You should have some experience of writing features.

You should have a way with words and storytelling instincts.

Education :

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Journalism, Economics, Sociology, or a related field.