The Free Press Journal Looking For Senior Education Reporter at Mumbai, Maharashtra, Full Time

Job Title: Senior Education Reporter

Location: Mumbai, India

Organization: The Free Press Journal

Department: Editorial

No. Of Years of Work Experience: 5+ Years

About The Free Press Journal:

Founded in 1928, The Free Press Journal is one of Mumbai’s oldest and most respected English-language newspapers. With a legacy of fearless journalism and public service, FPJ combines traditional values with a modern approach to news, covering a wide range of topics including politics, economy, education, civic issues, and lifestyle. As we expand our focus on education — a sector critical to India’s future — we are looking for a committed Senior Education Reporter to join our Mumbai newsroom.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Education Reporter at The Free Press Journal, you will be responsible for covering all major developments in the education sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report and write news articles, features, and explainers related to the education beat — including school board updates, university affairs, government policies, competitive exams, admissions, edtech, and student activism.
• Build and maintain a strong network of sources in the education ecosystem — including school and college administrators, government officials, educators, students, and academic experts.
• Monitor regulatory and academic bodies such as UGC, AICTE, CBSE, ICSE, State Education Boards, and the Ministry of Education for relevant updates.
• Attend press conferences, academic events, and education summits to gather news and insights.
• Pitch original and impactful story ideas — both for print and digital — that resonate with FPJ’s audience.
• Ensure stories meet FPJ’s editorial standards of accuracy, fairness, and objectivity, and are filed on tight deadlines.
• Collaborate with photo and digital teams to amplify stories across platforms, including social media and multimedia formats.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or a relevant discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in reporting, preferably with a focus on education or social development.
• Proven track record of published articles in reputable publications.
• Excellent command of English — both written and spoken.
• Strong news sense and the ability to simplify complex policy matters for a general audience.
• Familiarity with Mumbai’s educational landscape is a significant advantage.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of SEO, content management systems (CMS), and social media strategy.
• Working knowledge of Marathi or Hindi is a plus.

Application Process:

Please send your CV, cover letter, and 2–3 samples of relevant work to prachi.singh@fpj.co.in with the subject line: Application – Senior Education Reporter (Mumbai)