Prithviraj Roy
@prithvirajroy
I edit, fact-check, and optimize newsroom content for engagement, accuracy, and search visibility.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I'm currently editing, assigning, fact-checking, and optimizing stories at LH2 Holdings for media brands including Inquisitr and knewz.com.
Before this, I worked on daily news production at The Hindu and Deccan Herald, editing breaking and enterprise stories, curating print editions, managing page layouts, and maintaining editorial standards. I've covered major events including the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, Union Budget, and Paris Olympics.
At Essentially Sports, I produced 4–5 SEO-optimized articles daily and helped drive a 45% average monthly traffic increase through creative headlines and audience-focused writing.
Earlier, I created website, newsletter, and social content for Odisha Tourism at CSM Technologies, contributing to a 40% increase in followers and a 35–40% rise in average engagement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Copy Editor
LH2 Holdings
Jan 2026 - Present (7 months)
Manage editorial workflows by ideating, assigning topics, editing, and fact-checking articles for media brands like Inquisitr and knewz.com. Craft headlines and optimize content for SEO while adhering to MSN and Newsbreak guidelines.
Senior Sub-Editor
The Hindu
May 2025 - Dec 2025 (7 months)
Edited and fact-checked news stories daily, ensuring alignment with editorial standards. Managed page layout using CUE Print and contributed to newsroom coverage strategy.
Sub-Editor
Deccan Herald
Apr 2024 - Feb 2025 (10 months)
Reviewed, edited, and published news articles via CMS with focus on SEO and compelling headlines. Fact-checked sources and covered major events including elections and Olympics.
Sports Content Writer
Essentially Sports
May 2023 - Mar 2024 (10 months)
Produced SEO-optimised articles daily via WordPress with creative headlines. Achieved a notable average monthly traffic increase of 45%.
Content Writer & Social Media Executive
CSM Technologies
Nov 2020 - Apr 2023 (2 years 5 months)
Crafted social media copies, website content, and newsletters for Odisha Tourism. Executed social media strategies resulting in increased followers and engagement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Indian Institute of Mass Communication
Post Graduate Diploma, Journalism
Post Graduate Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, class of 2020.
Charuchandra College, University of Calcutta
Bachelor of Arts, English
Bachelor of Arts in English (Honours) from Charuchandra College, University of Calcutta, class of 2018.
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Location
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