Deshpande Foundation

Lead Content Writer

Job Position Lead Content Writer

Department name Media & Communications

Reporting to Head Media & Communications

Location Hubballi

Level/Grade L4

Education Degree in Literature/ Humanities / Media & Mass Communication/ Journalism/any graduate with exceptional relevant skills

Experience 4 to 5 years in relevant field

Tentative Date of Joining At the earliest

Key responsibilities & accountabilities:

  • Write clear marketing copy to promote organizational initiatives & services with a storytelling approach Create
  • Short form content - flyers, posters, social media, e- mailers, etc. and long form - newsletters, case studies, press notes, annual reports, brochures, etc.
  • Create quality-oriented, well-structured drafts
  • Thoroughly proofread and copyedit before publication
  • Coordinate with graphic design team to illustrate collaterals in a relevant manner
  • Ensure all-around consistency (tone, style, fonts, images, etc.)
  • Identify content gaps and needs and recommend new topics & pathways
  • Research industry-related topics (combining online sources, interviews and studies)

Key Competency and skills

  • Excellent English language proficiency Understanding of impactful storytelling
  • Strong ability to develop comprehensive content
  • Proofread with excellent understanding of the written word
  • Full grasp of grammar and punctuation with a keen eye for the smallest details
  • Knowledge of media production, communications, and dissemination techniques and methods.