LIJO V. JOSEPH
Limerick
Summary
Senior Multimedia Journalist with 12 years of experience in fast-paced digital news environments. Expertise in developing and managing news sections, leading coverage for international sporting events and national elections. Proficient in digital strategy, real-time reporting, and editorial team management to produce high-quality content under tight deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Content Editor (Sports & Breaking News)
Manorama Online
Kottayam
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Strategic Growth: Scaled the Sports vertical to record-breaking user engagement levels through a mix of technical optimization and high-quality multimedia storytelling.
- Operational Leadership: Directed a cross-functional team of journalists and technical staff, ensuring editorial excellence and platform stability during high-traffic global events.
- Key Achievement: Transformed the Sports sub-category into a standalone, high-revenue vertical, establishing it as a market leader in Malayalam digital media.
- Strategic lead for one of India’s most prominent digital news platforms, overseeing the evolution of specialized news verticals and leading high-stakes election and sporting coverage.
Assistant Content Editor
Manorama Online
Kottayam
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Major Event Correspondence: Served as the lead on-ground correspondent for the FIFA Under-17 World Cup, Indian Super League (ISL), and Super League Kerala, delivering real-time analysis and exclusive features.
- Political Analysis: Handled the 'Breaking News' desk during critical cycles, leading in-depth coverage for State and General Elections, including live analysis and interviews with prominent political and sports figures.
- Pioneering Work: Developed the distinct editorial voice for the sports section, prioritizing a 'grassroots to global' approach that balanced local Kerala athletics with international level.
- Strategic lead for one of India’s most prominent digital news platforms, overseeing the evolution of specialized news verticals and leading high-stakes election and sporting coverage.
Trainee Content Producer
Manorama Online
Kottayam
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Developed core competencies in digital journalism, including SEO-driven news writing, real-time CMS management, and data-driven analytical reporting.
- Accelerated from trainee to section lead within two years due to high performance in news verification, editorial speed, and accuracy.
Journalist (Editorial Intern/Trainee)
Education Insider
Kochi
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Pioneered the flagship ‘Premier Institutes of India’ column, conducting high-level interviews with global academic leaders and CEOs from institutions such as IIT, IIM, Columbia Law School, and the University of Pennsylvania. Successfully engaged with high-profile thinkers, including the CEO of edX (MIT/Harvard), and the Chairman of AICTE.
Education
MCJ - Communication and Journalism
University of Kannur
Iritty, Kannur2013
BA - Philosophy
M G University
Kottayam2011
Plus Two - Humanities
Board of HSE Kerala
Mananthavady, Wayanad2008
SSLC - School Education
General Edu. Dept. Kerala
Nilambur, Malappuram2005
Skills
- Reporting
- Sub editing
- Proof reading
- Computer Knowledge
- Professional typing in Malayalam
- Professional typing in English
- Content strategy
- Digital storytelling
- Editorial leadership
- Multimedia production
Custom Section
- Vertical Innovation: Pioneered the standalone Sports division for Manorama Online, transforming a news sub-category into a primary, high-traffic digital vertical.
- Sports Reporting: Served as lead on-ground correspondent for global-scale events, including the FIFA Under-17 World Cup and the Indian Super League (ISL).
- High-Stakes Journalism: Led real-time "Breaking News" desks during multiple State and General Elections, managing complex political analysis and live updates.
- Executive Interviewing: Conducted exclusive interviews with global academic and industry leaders from institutions including MIT, Harvard, Columbia Law School, and IITs/IIMs.
Areas Of Interest
- Reporting and Sub Editing
- Translation
- Analysis
- Sports
- Politics
- Cinema and Entertainment
Timeline
Associate Content Editor (Sports & Breaking News)
Manorama Online
01.2024 - 01.2025
Assistant Content Editor
Manorama Online
01.2016 - 01.2024
Trainee Content Producer
Manorama Online
01.2014 - 01.2016
Journalist (Editorial Intern/Trainee)
Education Insider
01.2013 - 01.2014
MCJ - Communication and Journalism
University of Kannur
BA - Philosophy
M G University
Plus Two - Humanities
Board of HSE Kerala
SSLC - School Education
General Edu. Dept. Kerala