Pritha Sarkar
About Pritha Sarkar
Pritha Sarkar is a Senior Desk Editor at Thomson Reuters, overseeing global sports coverage and managing editorial content. She has over 24 years of experience in journalism, having previously worked at the BBC and studied English Literature and Broadcast Journalism.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Pritha Sarkar has served as the Senior Desk Editor for News and Editorial at Thomson Reuters since 2000. In this role, she oversees Reuters' global sports coverage, particularly during solo overnight shifts from London. Her responsibilities include generating, writing, and editing content specifically tailored for Reuters' online sports platform. With over two decades of experience at Thomson Reuters, she has contributed significantly to the organization's editorial standards and sports journalism.
Education and Expertise
Pritha Sarkar holds a BA (Hons) in English with Economics from Delhi University, where she studied from 1991 to 1994. She also completed a Post Graduate degree in Broadcast Journalism at City, University of London, from 1999 to 2000. Her educational background in English Literature (British and Commonwealth) and journalism has equipped her with the skills necessary for her role in news and editorial management.
Background
Pritha Sarkar's educational journey began at The British School in India, where she studied from 1986 to 1989. She then attended Fr. Agnel School in Delhi from 1989 to 1991. Before joining Thomson Reuters, she worked as a Broadcast Journalist at the BBC for three months in 1999. Her diverse educational and professional experiences have shaped her career in journalism and editorial management.
Achievements
Throughout her career at Thomson Reuters, Pritha Sarkar has played a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of sports journalism. She has been responsible for overseeing the generation, writing, and editing of content for Reuters' online sports platform, ensuring that it meets the high standards expected by global audiences. Her long-standing tenure at Thomson Reuters reflects her commitment to excellence in news and editorial work.