We are seeking a sharp, detail-oriented reporter with deep interest and knowledge in defense, geopolitics, and national security. The role involves in-depth reporting on defense policies, military affairs, global strategic developments, and security-related issues with special focus on the Indian subcontinent and Indo-Pacific region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Track and report developments in defense policy, military strategy, and national security.
- Build and maintain a network of reliable sources in defense establishments, think tanks, and diplomatic circles.
- Cover defense procurement, strategic doctrines, and emerging military technologies like drones, AI, hypersonics, and cyber warfare.
- Attend government press briefings, defense expos, and international forums to produce real-time reporting and feature stories.
- Produce original stories, explainers, and opinion pieces with strong research and data support.
- Collaborate with editors, video teams, and social media units for multi-format delivery of stories.
- Write with accuracy, speed, and insight across formatsnews briefs, features, and analytical pieces.
- Based in Noida or willing to relocate.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's in Journalism, International Relations, Strategic Studies, or related field.
- Proven experience (3+ years) as a reporter, preferably in defense, strategic affairs, or foreign policy reporting.
- Excellent writing, research, and fact-checking skills.
- Ability to interpret defense budgets, white papers, military doctrines, and global security developments.
- Familiarity with think tank outputs (IDSA, ORF, Carnegie India, etc.) and official releases from MoD, DRDO, and the armed forces.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with major defense publications and policy debates.
- Multimedia capability (basic podcasting, social media engagement, infographics).
- Experience with defense and policy event coverage.
- Analytical skills to interpret government and defense industry data.
