Skills:
Internet Research, Content Analysis, Data Collection, Fact-Checking, CMS Management, Microsoft Excel, content monitoring, Market Research,
Company Overview
Margadarsi Chit Fund Private Limited, part of the trusted Ramoji Rao Group, is a leading financial services provider with 62 years of experience. This position is for our Group Company located in Hyderabad.
Position Overview
The
Content Researcher is responsible for enhancing the editorial quality of the company's multilingual digital platforms. The role includes content monitoring, comparative analysis, metadata management, and research-based support across 24 state-specific news operations in 13 Indian languages.
Key Responsibilities
Content Monitoring & Analysis:
Track news across newspapers, TV, portals, apps and social media; compare and identify news gaps, late updates, and discrepancies in the content.
Track and report missing major news stories and content quality issues; update findings in shared Google Sheets.
Research & Content Planning & Ideation
Conduct in-depth research using national/regional newspapers, TV channels, web portals, periodicals and books.
Prepare backgrounders, chronologies of various subjects and content summaries for editorial use.
Maintain daily political chronologies and collect statements/promises from leading political leaders.
Suggest story ideas, features, interview opportunities, and news planning proposals tailored to state-specific needs.
Prepare election-related content such as story ideas, statistical analyses, and profiles of political parties and leaders.
Develop monthly
News Calendars, Days & Events schedules, and
year-end/state budget related content.
Input video metadata and chronologies into relevant
Software.
Archive digital and print media sources; update state news databases regularly.
Skills
Strong command over English and at least one regional language.
High attention to detail, especially in comparative and content analysis.
Proficiency in using digital tools (Google Sheets, MS Office and CMS platforms).
Knowledge of Indian current affairs, politics, and regional news landscapes.
Experience in journalistic research, archiving, and content planning is preferred.
Quick and responsive to desk queries and editorial requirements
Qualifications
Masters or Bachelors degree in Journalism, Mass Communication or Postgraduate in any discipline.
- Additional certifications in content writing, editing, or digital media are a plus.
