Copy Editor - Digital, Chennai

About Us The New Indian Express Group is one of India's oldest and largest media houses, founded by the Late Shri Ramnath Goenka. The New Indian Express Group is publishing Newspapers and Periodicals in the States of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, Orissa and the Union Territories of Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Yanam and Lakshadweep. It brings out its publication of newspapers and periodicals from 33 Centers. It also has Marketing Offices in Kolkata, Mumbai and New Delhi.The Company's publications include English Dailies viz. The New Indian Express and The Morning Standard and Sunday editions The Sunday Express and The Sunday Standard and weekly edition Indulge. The Morning Standard and The Sunday Standard are published in New Delhi. The company also brings out Tamil daily Dinamani and Samakalika Malayalam Varika, a weekly magazine in Malayalam.The group sites are , , , , , , . The Company is professionally managed, with well-qualified and experienced people holding charge of different Departments. The Company's publications are popular and command a large readership.All positions report to Mr. Prabhu Chawla , Editorial Director Join a newsroom led by one of India's most celebrated editorial minds. Job Profile: Edit and proofread news stories for grammar, accuracy, clarity, and style Write compelling, precise headlines and summaries optimized for digital audiencesEnsure all content adheres to editorial guidelines and house style Fact-check information and verify sources before publication Work closely with reporters and content writers to refine and structure copy Monitor breaking news flow and ensure quick turnaround without compromising quality Optimize content for digital platforms, including SEO and readabilityMaintain consistency across stories and uphold journalistic standards Desired Profile: 3–4 years of experience in copy editing with a news media organization (digital preferred) Excellent command of written and spoken English Strong grasp of grammar, syntax, and editorial style Keen eye for detail and accuracyAbility to work under tight deadlines in a 24/7 newsroom Familiarity with CMS platforms, digital publishing workflows, and SEO basics Strong news sense and understanding of current affairs Experience: 3-4 years of experience in the Newspapers or Television industries Qualification: The candidate should have a Master's in Journalism / Mass Communication / English Literature / Political Science with Strong English-language skills.We also have openings in the following locations : Delhi, Lucknow, Guwahati, Mumbai , Banglore , Hyderabad , chennai and Thiruvananthapuram