![Dinuli Francisco](https://jobicy.com/react/themes/app/images/avatar.jpg) Dinuli Francisco # Editor / Journalist / Academic Lecturer Open to offers · Member since 29 Jul 2026 [Message](https://jobicy.com/dashboard-page.md) ShareLocationColombo, Sri LankaDesired salaryUnspecifiedWork preferenceHybrid / Full TimeExperience levelMid * [Overview](#overview) * [Portfolio 0](#portfolio) * [Services 0](#services) ## About Professional summaryI am an editor, journalist, and academic with over 5 years of professional experience across journalism, editorial leadership, and higher education. My work has centered on academic research, conference publishing, teaching support, and editorial governance. I have consistently aimed to uphold rigorous academic and professional standards while producing high-quality scholarly and journalistic work. In higher education, I have taught undergraduate courses in literary theory, feminist studies, and critical reading and writing. I have also contributed to research article editing, symposium proceedings, and academic evaluation processes. In journalism, I have worked across print and digital platforms, producing news, feature, and interview content on politics, governance, social change, and human-interest topics. I have also led editorial planning and coordinated teams to deliver consistent, timely publications. I value clear communication, critical thinking, and editorial precision. My background combines writing, editing, teaching, and research, allowing me to contribute effectively in academic, media, and content-focused environments. I am open to opportunities where I can continue developing as a writer, editor, lecturer, or communications professional, especially in roles that value quality, integrity, and audience engagement. ## Skills 16 capabilities[Communication](https://jobicy.com/talent/communication.md)[Content Planning](https://jobicy.com/talent/content-planning.md)[Content Review](https://jobicy.com/talent/content-review.md)[Copy Editing](https://jobicy.com/talent/copy-editing.md)[Cross Cultural Communication](https://jobicy.com/talent/cross-cultural-communication.md)[Editing](https://jobicy.com/talent/editing.md)[Feature Writing](https://jobicy.com/talent/feature-writing.md)[Interviewing](https://jobicy.com/talent/interviewing.md)[Journalism](https://jobicy.com/talent/journalism.md)[News Writing](https://jobicy.com/talent/news-writing.md)[Proofreading](https://jobicy.com/talent/proofreading.md)[Public Speaking](https://jobicy.com/talent/public-speaking.md)[Quantitative Research](https://jobicy.com/talent/quantitative-research.md)[Teaching](https://jobicy.com/talent/teaching.md)[Team Coordination](https://jobicy.com/talent/team-coordination.md)[Writing](https://jobicy.com/talent/writing.md) ## Experience Career history ### Visiting Lecturer – Department of English · Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka Jan 2026 – PresentI teach undergraduate courses in literary theory, feminist studies, and critical reading and writing. I support students through lectures and interactive discussions, helping them build critical analysis skills and engage in scholarly debate. My role also reflects my broader academic background in teaching support, research, and editorial work. ### Assistant Lecturer – Department of English and Linguistics · University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka Jan 2025 – Dec 2025I taught undergraduate courses in literary theory, feminist studies, and critical reading and writing to classes of 40+ students. I edited and reviewed 40+ research articles for the International Research Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS) 2025, and I served on a 5-member judge panel for the Vidyodaya Literary Awards 2025. I also edited symposium proceedings for the Vidyodaya Undergraduate Research Symposium (VURD), finalizing 35–40 undergraduate research papers for publication. ### Editor – Junior Observer · Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Limited, Colombo, Sri Lanka Jun 2023 – Jan 2025I led the Junior Observer magazine, managing editorial planning, content planning, and creative execution for a weekly publication reaching 20,000+ readers. I wrote 50+ weekly children’s editorials, introduced interactive learning activities, and developed new advertising partnerships and educational programmes. I also supervised a 6-member team of writers, illustrators, and contributors to ensure on-time publication and consistent editorial quality. ### Journalist – Sunday Observer · Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Limited (ANCL) Jun 2023 – Jan 2025I authored and managed a weekly column featuring interviews with Members of Parliament, publishing 40–50 interviews annually. I researched, developed, and published over 50 original news and feature articles focused on national and political affairs, human-interest stories, and interactive content. I also increased monthly reader engagement across print and digital platforms through consistent reporting and audience-focused storytelling. ### Journalist – Daily Mirror · Wijeya Newspapers Ltd, Colombo, Sri Lanka Jan 2023 – Jun 2023I reported and produced over 10 investigative and feature stories on politics, governance, and social change. I oversaw editorial content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and ethical integrity, working closely with section editors and reporters. I also supported newsroom coordination by reviewing copy, guiding tone and structure, and ensuring timely publication across print and digital editions. ### Journalist – Daily News · Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Limited (ANCL) Mar 2019 – Apr 2022I authored the First Draft personal development column, publishing 20+ weekly columns on growth, resilience, and creativity. I also published weekly poetry features and helped diversify the publication’s editorial voice with literary and reflective content. I developed a 3-step content review workflow that improved editorial accuracy and consistency while reducing rework. ## Education Learning history ### University of Sri Jayewardenepura Jan 2020 – Dec 2023Bachelor of Arts (Honours), English Grade: GPA 3.71/4.00. Thesis: Paternal Incest Revisited: An Analysis of Four Texts. I conducted comparative literary analysis of The Bluest Eye, An Obedient Father, Homecoming, and Anoma, examining moral, ethical, and narrative representations across cultural contexts. ### Lincoln University College, Malaysia (IMC AIC) Jan 2025 – 2025Bachelor, Psychology Thesis: A Psychological Study of the Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Self-Regulated Learning Behaviors. I conducted a quantitative correlational study involving first-year university students. I used validated instruments including the Schutte Self-Report Emotional Intelligence Test (SSEIT) and a Self-Regulated Learning Behaviors Scale, identifying a strong positive relationship between emotional intelligence and self-regulated learning behaviors. This professional hasn’t added portfolio projects yet. This professional hasn’t listed any services yet.