Role Overview
Confidential is hiring a mid-level Job Opening for Assistant Editor. This is a full-time role in Tamil Nadu. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Hiring: Assistant Editor – SEO & AIO | Chennai The Hindu is looking for an experienced editorial professional with strong expertise in SEO and emerging AI optimisation (AIO) to join our digital newsroom.
Location: Chennai
Objective:
We’re seeking a candidate with 12–14 years of newsroom experience to lead a team of sub-editors on the digital desk. The role involves editing, curating, optimising, and publishing content across verticals while adapting print stories for digital audiences.
Responsibilities
- Track news and developments across the regions and verticals such as politics, business, sports, and world affairs
- Edit and publish error-free copies from agencies, reporters and contributors in line with The Hindu's style
- Re-write articles for the online audience
- Manage and curate live updates
- Quickly convert breaking news developments into a full-fledged and accurate article with available limited inputs.
- Write and curate articles for niche products such as newsletters, apps
- Produce slideshows, photo features
- Curate articles based on trending topics
- Manage all the active sections of the website
- Brainstorm and execute special coverages
- Coordinate with other editorial and non-editorial teams
- Manage team of writers focusing on search engine optimisation
Requirements
- Any degree/post-graduation, preferably with journalism or communication as a major subject
- 12-14 years of work experience in a news desk of a media organisation
- Flair for news, politics, latest developments
- Good writing, editing, and language skills
- Ability to write quick, error-free articles in tight deadlines
- Understanding of HTML, website analytics, search engine and social media optimisation
- Basic knowledge in photo-editing, visualisation
- Flexibility to work in shifts and on public holidays.
- To read and write at least one Indian language is a plus.
- Prior experience in handling content management systems is a bonus.
- Good communication skills
- A team player
How to Apply
Send your CV along with a covering letter (mentioning current CTC and notice period) to:
Subject Line: Assistant Editor – SEO and AIO
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test followed by an interview.
Regards,
HR Team
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Job Opening for Assistant Editor position at Confidential?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Confidential. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Job Opening for Assistant Editor position at Confidential located?
This position is based in Tamil Nadu. Confidential has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Job Opening for Assistant Editor at Confidential earn?
Confidential has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Job Opening for Assistant Editor role at Confidential posted?
This role was posted on April 16, 2026 (53 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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