Scroll’s The Latest brings readers the top news in an elegant, closely curated newsfeed. We are looking for a well-informed and talented journalist with excellent writing and editing skills to join us as chief copy editor. The candidate must have at least five years of work experience, preferably on a digital news desk.

The candidate will be responsible for:

1. Identifying and curating the top news stories across various sections, such as politics, regional news, business, finance, international, features and so on.

2. Writing and editing very quick, clean, and very balanced copy under time constraints.

3. Coordinating stories with other editors, which includes assigning and editing when necessary.

4. Responding quickly to the news and to other Scroll teams as events change and stories develop.

5. Managing aspects of production, such as sourcing images and social media elements, along with using appropriate SEO keywords.

6. Being able to sift through biases in reporting while identifying, writing and editing copies.

Apart from impeccable writing, editing and proofreading skills, the candidate must have a sharp nose for the news and a basic familiarity with news wire services and social media channels. 

Location: Preferably Delhi or Mumbai, where Scroll has offices. 

Candidates from underrepresented communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Scroll is a small newsroom that punches above its weight. We work with limited resources to produce ambitious, award-winning work that informs and inspires. If you share our enthusiasm for independent journalism and believe you are a good fit for this role, send your resume with a cover letter to jobs@scroll.in by April 2, 2025.

Please reference “Chief copy editor (News Desk)” in the subject line.