CULTURE AND ARTS EDITOR – 1

Kantipur Publications is looking for an ambitious and experienced editor to spearhead our coverage of arts & culture. This role will oversee our journalism spanning film, theatre, books, music, visual arts, literature, heritage, content creation, and creative industries—developing stories that examine how culture shapes Nepali society.

The Culture and Arts Editor will commission, edit and produce distinctive coverage across print and

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Lead and shape culture and arts coverage of The Kathmandu Post and Kantipur Daily across print and digital platforms

Commission, edit and develop features, profiles, interviews, criticism, reviews and reported stories from in-house and freelance journalists

Identify emerging cultural trends, important voices and underreported stories across Nepal

Build a strong network of writers, critics, artists, filmmakers, musicians, scholars and cultural practitioners

Collaborate with photo, design, video and digital teams to develop visually compelling storytelling

Maintain high editorial standards for accuracy, fairness, originality and critical independence

Work with the wider editorial team to identify stories that connect culture and the arts to broader social, political and economic questions.

digital platforms, working closely with reporters, critics, freelance contributors, photographers and visual journalists. We are looking for an editor with strong editorial judgment, a deep understanding of Nepal’s cultural scene, and the ability to take the section beyond reviews and event coverage towards ambitious, original journalism. This is a player-coach role – you’ll manage a small team of reporters and are expected to do your own reporting and writing on a regular basis.

CULTURE & ARTS REPORTER – 1

Kantipur Publications is looking for a curious, energetic Culture and Arts Reporter to cover Nepal’s vibrant and evolving cultural scene for Kantipur and The Kathmandu Post. The reporter will cover film, music, books, theatre, visual arts, literature, heritage and creative industries, while developing original stories that go beyond routine event coverage.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

1–2 years of journalism experience, preferably in culture and arts

Strong writing and reporting skills in English or Nepali

Genuine interest in Nepal’s cultural and creative landscape

Ability to find original stories, interview sources, and report independently

WHO YOU ARE

An experienced journalist or editor with at least 7 years of relevant experience, including meaningful experience editing or commissioning culture and arts journalism

A strong writer and editor with excellent command of either English or Nepali language

Deeply familiar with Nepal’s cultural and creative landscape and its major institutions, practitioners, debates and emerging trends

Experienced in commissioning and developing original features, criticism and in-depth cultural journalism

Possesses strong editorial judgment and the ability to distinguish meaningful cultural stories from routine event coverage

Curiosity, initiative, and strong news judgment

Experience with multimedia or digital storytelling is an advantage

TO APPLY

By October 15, send:

Cover letter

CV/resume

Two story ideas you would pursue in your first month

Three published work samples

Email

[email protected]

Subject

Culture and Arts Reporter

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit the following by October 15:

A cover letter explaining why you want this role and how you would strengthen the culture and arts coverage of Kantipur and The Kathmandu Post

A full CV or resume

Two story ideas you would pursue in your first three months and Three examples of your published work

Send your application to [email protected] with the subject line: Culture and Arts Editor.

Source

Kantipur Dainik, 4 October, 2026