Content Researcher

Drishti Group; Dadri; On-site; INR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Drishti Group is seeking a Content Researcher to support podcast content development. The role involves researching topics, guests and trends, creating detailed briefs and crafting engaging interview questions for hosts.

The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years in content research with strong storytelling, attention to detail and a good grasp of current affairs and digital media trends. This on-site role focuses on delivering well-sourced material for dynamic podcast productions.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in content research or editorial research.
• Prior experience working with podcasts, digital media, journalism or content production.
• Strong research, analytical and information-gathering skills.
• Excellent written communication and storytelling abilities.
• Ability to develop meaningful interview questions and engaging discussion topics.
• Good understanding of current affairs, industry developments and digital media trends.
• Ability to work with multiple topics and deliver research within deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and fact-checking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify relevant, trending and engaging topics for podcast episodes.
• Conduct in-depth research on guests, industry experts, public figures and relevant subjects.
• Prepare detailed research documents, background notes and episode briefs.
• Develop insightful interview questions and discussion points for podcast hosts.
• Identify relevant facts, statistics, case studies, news and references to support podcast discussions.
• Research competitors, popular podcasts and emerging content trends.
• Identify potential podcast guests based on episode themes and content requirements.
• Collaborate with podcast hosts, production teams and social media executives.
• Develop content ideas for podcast episodes, promotional campaigns and social media snippets.
• Verify information and ensure accuracy and credibility of research material.
• Maintain a structured database of research topics, guest profiles and content references.

Skills

Content research

Editorial research

Podcast research

Communication

Storytelling

Attention to detail

Fact-checking

Deadline-oriented

Interview questions

Digital media trends

Tools

Research tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and research-driven Content Researcher with experience in podcast content development. The candidate will be responsible for researching relevant topics, identifying industry trends, preparing detailed research briefs, developing interview questions and supporting the podcast team with meaningful and engaging content.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify relevant, trending and engaging topics for podcast episodes.
• Conduct in-depth research on guests, industry experts, public figures and relevant subjects.
• Prepare detailed research documents, background notes and episode briefs.
• Develop insightful interview questions and discussion points for podcast hosts.
• Identify relevant facts, statistics, case studies, news and references to support podcast discussions.
• Research competitors, popular podcasts and emerging content trends.
• Identify potential podcast guests based on episode themes and content requirements.
• Collaborate with podcast hosts, production teams and social media executives.
• Develop content ideas for podcast episodes, promotional campaigns and social media snippets.
• Verify information and ensure accuracy and credibility of research material.
• Maintain a structured database of research topics, guest profiles and content references.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of experience in content research, content development or editorial research.
• Prior experience working with podcasts, digital media, journalism or content production.
• Strong research, analytical and information-gathering skills.
• Excellent written communication and storytelling abilities.
• Ability to develop meaningful interview questions and engaging discussion topics.
• Good understanding of current affairs, industry developments and digital media trends.
• Ability to work with multiple topics and deliver research within deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and fact-checking abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in researching and developing podcast episodes.
• Knowledge of podcast formats, guest research and interview preparation.
• Familiarity with research tools, online publications and digital media platforms.
• Ability to identify unique angles and storytelling opportunities for podcast content.