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Company Description:
Dentsu AMP is a content-focused creative agency and integrated production house, built to deliver high-impact, culture-led storytelling for brands in the digital and social ecosystem. Part of the dentsu India network, AMP brings together strategy, creativity, and on-ground execution under one roof enabling faster, sharper, and more relevant content solutions. With a strong pulse on pop culture, digital trends, and real-time content creation, the agency thrives at the intersection of creativity and production. Headquartered in Mumbai, Dentsu AMP operates as a high-energy, hands-on environment that values craft, cultural awareness, physical well-being, and disciplined work ethics, making it a space for ambitious creative talent to grow and do meaningful, visible work.
Job Title: Political Content Journalist
Role Overview
We are looking for a sharp and politically aware Content Journalist to research, write, and produce compelling content around political narratives, policies, and campaign developments. The ideal candidate has experience covering or working within political campaigns and can translate complex political issues into clear, engaging, and impactful content for digital audiences.
This role sits at the intersection of journalism and campaign communication requiring speed, accuracy, and strong editorial judgment in a fast-moving political environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Political Content Writing & Storytelling
- Research and write high-quality content including articles, explainers, opinion pieces, scripts, and social media copy
- Simplify complex policy issues, legislative developments, and political narratives for mass audiences
- Develop compelling story angles aligned with campaign messaging and current affairs
2. Research & Fact-Checking
- Conduct in-depth research on political developments, policies, opposition narratives, and public discourse
- Ensure all content is factually accurate, well-sourced, and credible
- Work closely with research teams to validate claims and counter misinformation
3. Campaign Narrative Support
- Align content with broader campaign strategies and messaging priorities
- Identify opportunities to shape public discourse through timely content
- Contribute to building a consistent and persuasive political narrative
4. Rapid Response & News Cycle Coverage
- Track daily news, social media trends, and political developments
- Produce quick-turnaround content in response to breaking news
- Assist in “war room” environments during high-intensity campaign periods
5. Multi-Platform Content Adaptation
- Adapt long-form content into short-form formats (threads, captions, scripts, reels, etc.)
- Write for multiple platforms including websites, social media, emailers, and video scripts
- Ensure tone and style are tailored to platform and audience
6. Editorial Quality & Tone
- Maintain high editorial standards, clarity, and consistency
- Ensure content adheres to campaign voice, tone, and political sensitivities
- Avoid errors, misrepresentation, or messaging inconsistencies
7. Collaboration
- Work closely with strategists, creative teams, and social media managers
- Coordinate with video editors and designers to bring stories to life
- Collaborate with on-ground teams for real-time insights and content inputs
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Political Science, Mass Communication, or related field
- 2–5+ years of experience in journalism, political communication, or campaign content roles
- Demonstrated experience covering politics, policy, or elections
Employment Type: Contractual
Working Days: (Monday to Saturday)
Work Location: Chandigarh (Mohali)
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