Hi, I'm Urmi Chakraborty
From interviewing personalities to tracking pop culture trends across anime, Hollywood, and Bollywood, I bring nearly two years of experience in entertainment journalism and editorial work. My role at The Telegraph Online combines fast-paced reporting, content editing, and sharp communication, all driven by strong instincts for what resonates with readers.
From Newsrooms to Compelling Content
Core Skills
What Sets Me Apart
Audience Understanding: Capture attention and maintain engagement
SEO-driven Approach: Boost page views using Google trends research
Cross-industry Storytelling: Write for audiences ranging from entertainment to city and culture
Meeting Deadlines: Deliver daily news while maintaining editorial standards
Interviewing Techniques: Source and interview multiple subjects effectively under pressure
Boosting Visibility: Use push notifications to increase page views
Trusted by Leading Brands
My Career Timeline
From creating content for various industries to reporting on daily news and exclusive stories, here's how I've evolved from a content writer to a dedicated journalist.
Sub Editor
Working on daily coverage of the entertainment industry. Producing SEO-optimised articles and breaking news while maintaining journalistic accuracy under tight deadlines.
Key Achievements
- ✓Report on entertainment news across Hollywood, Bollywood, anime and OTT content
- ✓Write and optimize SEO-driven articles to enhance reach and engagement
- ✓Produce spot copies for breaking news, ensuring accuracy and meeting strict deadlines
- ✓Cover exclusive celebrity news, film releases and conduct interviews with industry figures
- ✓Provide comprehensive event coverage including Kolkata Comic Con
- ✓Build and maintain a strong network of industry contacts and sources
- ✓Edit and proof copies ensuring clarity, error-free and accurate content
- ✓Handle The Telegraph Online's social media presence, ensuring timely coverage of trending and viral topics
- ✓Boost page views and user engagement by strategically leveraging push notifications for impactful stories
Skills Developed
Entertainment reporter for The Telegraph Online
Covered daily entertainment developments across Hollywood and Bollywood, while pioneering anime coverage and Korean entertainment reporting. Specialized in celebrity fashion and red carpet trend analysis.
Key Achievements
- ✓Covered daily Hollywood and Bollywood developments including film releases and celebrity updates
- ✓Introduced in-depth anime coverage through monthly listicles, highlights and reviews
- ✓Provided timely Korean entertainment coverage including music, dramas, and celebrity trends
- ✓Wrote extensively on celebrity fashion and red carpet trends, highlighting notable looks and analysing style choices
Skills Developed
Freelance reporter for The Telegraph Online and MyKolkata
Covered popular culture, entertainment and lifestyle with unique perspectives. Provided in-depth coverage of cultural festivals and events while reporting on emerging OTT platforms and entertainment trends.
Key Achievements
- ✓Covered popular culture, entertainment and lifestyle with fresh, unique perspectives
- ✓Provided in-depth coverage of film and theatre festivals including Nandikar Theatre Festival 2022
- ✓Researched and reported on various cultural events delivering timely, engaging stories
- ✓Attended press conferences and reported on the latest updates, including new releases on OTT platforms such as Hoichoi
Skills Developed
Freelance Academic Writer
Developed scripts for a chat-based educational app aimed at students with low attention spans. Created engaging, concise and digestible content.
Key Achievements
- ✓Wrote and edited scripts across English Literature, History, Political Science and Geography
- ✓Created content for CBSE, ICSE and KSEEB curriculum standards
- ✓Analyzed student needs and structured content with clarity, conciseness and simplicity
- ✓Specialized in content for students with low attention spans
- ✓Consistently delivered quality content within strict deadlines
Skills Developed
Content Editor
Provided comprehensive editing services for academic and non-fiction manuscripts. Focused on improving content quality, argument structure, and ensuring consistency in tone and language across diverse topics.
Key Achievements
- ✓Edited and proofed academic and non-fiction manuscripts across diverse topics
- ✓Provided constructive feedback and suggestions based on client requirements
- ✓Identified and resolved inconsistencies in tone, language and structure
- ✓Maintained high standards for content, argument, structure and format
- ✓Developed keen eye for detail ensuring document quality excellence
Skills Developed
Content Writer
Delivered high-quality content across multiple industries and niches. Specialized in creating engaging, informative content for websites and blogs while adapting writing style to client needs.
Key Achievements
- ✓Delivered high-quality content that was insightful, informative and entertaining
- ✓Created website content, blog posts and articles for travel, lifestyle, animal and health niches
- ✓Assessed client requirements and tailored content and style to specific needs
- ✓Created high-quality product descriptions to meet market standards
- ✓Maintained excellent client relationships with prompt responses and deadline consistency
Skills Developed
My Work & Impact
From covering developments in the entertainment and city beats to producing content across several niches, here's a showcase of my diverse writing portfolio.
Chat-based script for 8th Standard KSEEB History
Developed scripts for a chat-based educational app aimed at students with low attention spans across subjects including English Literature, History and Political Science. Created engaging, concise and digestible content that maintained academic rigour while also catering to students requiring easy-to-understand, conversational content.
Harry Potter Day: Does the Wizarding World of J.K. Rowling cast the same spell on Gen Alpha?
Explored how the controversies surrounding J.K. Rowling impacted the appeal of Harry Potter among Gen Alpha through interviews with teens and tweens. Developed a multi-platform strategy using my presence on social media to identify and connect with target subjects.
Bearing selection guide
Worked on a technical content piece explaining types and applications of bearings for industrial audiences. Broke down complex mechanical concepts into lucid explanations with practical cases.
From Gariahat to Instagram thrift stores: Why Gen Z shoppers in Kolkata are turning to sustainable fashion
Analysed the rising trend of Kolkata's online thrift culture. My report examined how Gen Z consumers are turning to sustainable fashion through Instagram stores and environmental consciousness.
Spring twists 101
Produced a detailed styling guide exploring spring twists as a protective hairstyle. The article covered installation techniques, maintenance routines and practical tips for preserving the popular summer trend. Used lucid language and extensive research to explain the steps behind the complicated process.
How Shaan guides son Maahi as the 19-year-old takes baby steps into playback singing
Explored playback singer Shaan's parenting process as his son Maahi made his Bollywood debut. My report revealed how the accomplished artist consciously avoids guiding his son to help him develop his own musical identity and style.
Online Romance in the Shadow of COVID-19: Dynamics of Committed and Non-Committed Romantic Relationships During Lockdown
Edited a research paper examining how online romantic relationships functioned differently for committed and non-committed couples during COVID-19 pandemic. Applied academic editing standards including clarity improvements, structural reorganisation and language refinement while preserving the research integrity.
'The Storyteller' maker Ananth Mahadevan keen on adapting more Satyajit Ray stories: 'Want to shoot in Kolkata'
Broke exclusive news about filmmaker Ananth Mahadevan's plans to adapt more Satyajit Ray stories following his latest film The Storyteller. Developed a Kolkata-centric angle to maximise local audience engagement while maintaining the story's broader appeal.
How to Choose the Perfect Color for Your Tattoo: A Comprehensive Guide
Wrote a comprehensive guide for tattoo colour selection, providing specific colour recommendations for different skin tones. Used accessible explanations of melanin and undertones, combining advice for aesthetics with the science behind it.
Chat-based script for 8th Standard KSEEB History
Developed scripts for a chat-based educational app aimed at students with low attention spans across subjects including English Literature, History and Political Science. Created engaging, concise and digestible content that maintained academic rigour while also catering to students requiring easy-to-understand, conversational content.
Harry Potter Day: Does the Wizarding World of J.K. Rowling cast the same spell on Gen Alpha?
Bearing selection guide
From Gariahat to Instagram thrift stores: Why Gen Z shoppers in Kolkata are turning to sustainable fashion
Spring twists 101
How Shaan guides son Maahi as the 19-year-old takes baby steps into playback singing
Online Romance in the Shadow of COVID-19: Dynamics of Committed and Non-Committed Romantic Relationships During Lockdown
'The Storyteller' maker Ananth Mahadevan keen on adapting more Satyajit Ray stories: 'Want to shoot in Kolkata'
How to Choose the Perfect Color for Your Tattoo: A Comprehensive Guide
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Location
Kolkata, India