Local News Reporter – Pathankot

Location: Pathankot, Punjab

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Role: Local News Reporter & On-Camera Content Creator

About the Role

We are looking for a confident, energetic, and locally connected News Reporter based in Pathankot who can cover local news, events, public issues, businesses, and community stories.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of Pathankot and surrounding areas, be comfortable speaking in front of the camera, and be able to independently identify and report engaging local stories.

Key Responsibilities

- Cover daily local news and current affairs in Pathankot and nearby areas.
- Visit locations to collect information, record videos, conduct interviews, and report stories.
- Present news and stories on camera in fluent Punjabi.
- Create short-form video news content for Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and other social platforms.
- Conduct interviews with local residents, business owners, officials, politicians, community leaders, and other relevant people.
- Identify trending local issues, public problems, events, developments, and human-interest stories.
- Verify information from reliable sources before publishing.
- Shoot basic videos using a smartphone/camera and ensure good framing, audio, and presentation.




- Coordinate with the editing/social media team to turn reports into engaging digital content.
- Attend important local events, press conferences, public meetings, festivals, and community activities.
- Build and maintain a network of local contacts and reliable news sources across Pathankot.

Requirements
- Native/fluent Punjabi speaker with excellent verbal communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of Pathankot city and surrounding areas.
- Must be active and well-connected with local news, events, communities, and current affairs.
- Camera-friendly and confident on screen.
- Good interviewing and questioning skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
- Basic knowledge of smartphone photography/videography.
- Ability to work independently and travel locally for news coverage.
- Degree/Diploma in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience as a reporter, journalist, content creator, news presenter, or media professional will be an advantage.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Education

- Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:
- total work: 1 year (Preferred)
- WordPress: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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