Experience

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  Malayala manorama co. ltd

  Apr 1989 - Nov 2010

  Chief sub editor

  During my 21 years with Malayala Manorama, worked as both an Editor and Reporter across various units and bureaux of the daily. Areas of specialization included Aviation, Engineering, and Technology.Covered numerous aviation events, such as airshows, and reported on three major air crashes, including the May 2010 Mangalore crash. Also conducted interviews with the heads and CEOs of major airlines and authored numerous stories, investigative reports, and features focused on aviation and air safety.In 1992, after evaluating 10 proposed sites, prepared the pre-feasibility report for the proposed international airport in Kochi. Was deputed by Malayala Manorama at the request of the project head, who was also the district collector.In 1993, received the National Safety Council Award for the best report on safety, recognizing my investigative reports on accident-prone sites along national highway NH-47.Have also taught new media journalism at the Kerala Media Academy (formerly Kerala Press Academy) in Kochi and at the Manorama School of Communication (MASCOM) in Kottayam.Additionally, wrote two columns for the Kochi city supplement of the Daily (Metro Manorama)—one on web search and the other on open-source software. Show less

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  Kitco ltd

  Nov 2010 - Apr 2014

  Senior project engineer, aviation and management consultancy divisions

  Managed corporate communication, PR, and digital presence for the company, including social media platforms and website content updates.Developed business proposals and feasibility studies for projects in the aviation and management consultancy sectors.Actively engaged in business promotion activities, representing the company at various professional forums.Played a key role in revamping the corporate website, leading content development, and creating new sections to ensure continuous updates. Show less

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  Gulf times, qatar

  May 2014 - now

  Web editor

  Oversee and manage the daily content of the Gulf Times' website, ensuring it reflects the latest and most relevant news.Spearhead social media strategy across platforms, enhancing audience engagement and ensuring dynamic content.Actively involved in initiatives for integrating digital marketing efforts into editorial content for maximum reach and audience interaction.Successfully boosted engagement metrics on social media platforms, leveraging Hootsuite and Google Analytics for tracking and reporting. Show less