I am a creative thinker with a poet’s soul and a communicator’s clarity. I blend storytelling, insight, and strategy to shape ideas that resonate deeply. Skilled in language and driven by curiosity, I strive to connect meaning with impact through narratives that move minds and open doors. My experience spans various media formats including digital content creation, feature and business news writing, and multimedia storytelling. I cultivate authentic digital expression and work to produce content that engages niche audiences across platforms.

Hitesh Haridevan

I am a creative thinker with a poet’s soul and a communicator’s clarity. I blend storytelling, insight, and strategy to shape ideas that resonate deeply. Skilled in language and driven by curiosity, I strive to connect meaning with impact through narratives that move minds and open doors. My experience spans various media formats including digital content creation, feature and business news writing, and multimedia storytelling. I cultivate authentic digital expression and work to produce content that engages niche audiences across platforms.

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I am a creative thinker with a poet’s soul and a communicator’s clarity. I blend storytelling, insight, and strategy to shape ideas that resonate deeply. Skilled in language and driven by curiosity, I strive to connect meaning with impact through narratives that move minds and open doors.

My experience spans various media formats including digital content creation, feature and business news writing, and multimedia storytelling. I cultivate authentic digital expression and work to produce content that engages niche audiences across platforms.

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Work Experience

Freelance Content Specialist at Self-employed
May 1, 2025 - Present
Write reflective essays and poetry on themes like identity, memory, and everyday life. Create blogs, short-form videos, and social media content. Blend photography, music, and narrative to craft multimedia storytelling. Cultivate a niche audience through authentic digital expression.
Freelance Journalist at NDTV Profit
April 30, 2025 - September 2, 2025
Produced simplified financial market narratives prioritizing readability and language flow for digital consumption.
Journalist at Ahmedabad Mirror (Shayona Times)
May 31, 2023 - September 2, 2025
Oversaw story selection and page layout. Edited and developed original field-based stories.
Freelance Content Specialist at Self-employed
September 30, 2022 - September 2, 2025
Delivered academic content including dissertations and e-books. Structured complex information for clarity and engagement.
Online Reporter at Forbes Middle East
February 28, 2021 - September 2, 2025
Reported on financial topics after deep research. Focused on editorial accuracy, clarity, and speed.
Freelance Content Specialist at Self-employed
November 30, 2020 - September 2, 2025
Created social media videos and polished academic manuscripts. Wrote brochures and business communications.
Assistant News Editor at Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (Times Group)
December 31, 2019 - September 2, 2025
Edited stories under tight deadlines. Designed print pages using NewsGate CMS.
Chief Copy Editor at Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (Times Group)
April 30, 2015 - September 2, 2025
Edited for clarity and coherence. Managed layout using QuarkXPress and CMS tools.
Senior Copy Editor at Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (Times Group)
April 30, 2011 - September 2, 2025
Finalized content and designs for print editions. Enhanced stories for editorial impact.
Senior Sub-Editor at moneycontrol.com
September 30, 2007 - September 2, 2025
Edited financial content and guided colleagues on finance terms. Recommended visual enhancements for digital content.
Sub-Editor at Business Standard
December 31, 2006 - September 2, 2025
Edited and designed business pages. Ensured grammatical and stylistic accuracy.
Freelance Journalist at Various Publications
June 30, 2005 - September 2, 2025
Wrote and edited across platforms on business, civic, and lifestyle topics. Contributed to Textile Trade, Citi Digest Amdavad, and The Times of India (Response). Began as a freelancer before completing formal journalism training.

Education

PG Diploma in Journalism at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s HB Institute of Communication & Management, Ahmedabad
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
B.Com in Commerce & Statistics at Gujarat University
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001

Qualifications

Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - September 2, 2025
The Complete Introduction to the World of Wine
January 11, 2030 - September 2, 2025
Wine: Everything You Want to Know (by a Winemaker)
January 11, 2030 - September 2, 2025
How to Create Your Documentary Film and Sell It to Netflix
January 11, 2030 - September 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Education, Professional Services