News Reporter

BSM News; Patna; On-site; INR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

BSM News in Patna is seeking a full-time News Reporter to cover local and regional events with accurate, engaging storytelling. You will research stories, conduct interviews, verify facts, and develop angles aligned with editorial standards.

You will write clear news articles for print and digital platforms, prepare press releases when needed, and collaborate with editors to refine ideas. On-site work and deadlines are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to fact-find, interview, and gather ethical news.
• Strong writing skills for clear, concise, engaging copy under deadline.
• Experience preparing press releases and related communications.
• Experience in newsroom or media environment preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Research and report on local and regional stories.
• Conduct interviews and verify facts.
• Write clear and accurate news articles.
• Prepare press releases when needed and collaborate with editors.
• Attend events, press conferences, and briefings; file stories on deadline.

Skills

Reporting

News Writing

Interviewing

Press Releases

Ethical Journalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication

Bachelor's degree in English

Job description

Company Description

BSM News is a growing news organization committed to delivering timely, accurate, and engaging coverage of local, regional, and national events. The outlet focuses on providing reliable information that serves diverse audiences and supports informed public discourse. BSM News values ethical journalism, clarity in reporting, and stories that reflect a wide range of perspectives. Team members collaborate to produce high-quality news content across multiple formats and platforms. The organization encourages continuous learning, professional growth, and innovation in news gathering and storytelling.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site News Reporter role is based in Patna. The News Reporter will research and report on local and regional stories, conduct interviews, verify facts, and develop news angles that are relevant to the audience. Daily responsibilities include writing clear and accurate news articles, preparing press releases when needed, and collaborating with editors to refine story ideas and ensure alignment with editorial standards. The reporter will attend events, press conferences, and briefings, file stories on deadline, and adapt content for digital and other distribution channels. The role requires strict adherence to journalistic ethics, attention to detail, and consistent, proactive coverage of assigned beats.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Reporting and Journalism, including fact-finding, interviewing, and ethical news gathering.
• Candidates should possess strong skills in News Writing and Writing, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and engaging copy under deadline.
• Candidates should possess skills in preparing Press Releases and related communications when required for organizational outreach.
• Relevant experience in a newsroom or media environment, particularly in print or digital news, is beneficial.
• A bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong verbal communication skills in English and local languages, and the ability to build relationships with sources and stakeholders, are advantageous.
• Ability to work on-site in Patna, manage multiple assignments, and meet tight deadlines with accuracy and integrity.