Fleme Varkey

Lead editorial strategy and daily operations for a US-focused newsroom, overseeing 11 writers, five editors and four vertical leads across two shifts. Managed an editorial team producing news content that generated 13M+ views across MSN, Facebook and Google over four months.

Owned editorial strategy, hiring, training and operations across two daily news shifts, ensuring consistent standards and coordinated execution. Served as the senior point of accountability for both shifts during major breaking news and high-stakes coverage.

Led writers, formulated content strategies and delegated assignments to improve story quality and performance. Reviewed and proofread 20+ articles daily for accuracy, readability, AP style, grammar and factual integrity.

Led Karnataka, national and world coverage while hiring, training and mentoring a growing newsroom and drafting style guidelines for a 15-person reporting team. Pitched and assigned multi-format news content, collaborating with graphic artists and post-production teams.

Managed 11 writers covering automotive news and ensured timely, consistent editorial delivery across consumer content and brand campaigns. Aligned editorial work with product, marketing and social teams, and represented editorial at product launches.

Helped launch Hyderabad's first afternoon tabloid, covering hyperlocal, world and sports news while building and managing a 12-person reporting team. Coordinated with clients, reporters, government officials, celebrities and internal teams to deliver high-profile content under tight deadlines.

Edited City, Nation and World news for accuracy and publication under daily deadlines. Worked with reporters and graphics teams to improve story quality and visual presentation.

Pursued a PG Diploma in Mass Communication/Media, focusing on media studies and communication.

Completed an M.A. in English, deepening knowledge of literature and language.

Completed a B.A. in English, building a strong foundation in literary studies.