The men behind Newstime Media bring decades of experience and a passion for the media industry. Since 2009, we have served the Canberra community through Canberra Weekly magazine, and now, we continue to connect with locals through Canberra Daily, our website and social media channels. Our dedication lies in fostering meaningful relationships within the Canberra community, supporting local businesses, and leaving a lasting positive mark on the region.
Tell us about your career path. What led you to where you are?
Nick: I’ve been involved in media for nearly 40 years, and I’ve seen many changes over that time. We live in a time where there are almost too many choices, not only for the media, but also for businesses and the consumer. The focus now is trying to find and do those things that really matter.
Mohit: In 2023, I relocated to Canberra, fuelled by over a decade of experience in the media industry. I knew I wanted to continue working in this field, and when I met the founder of Newstime Media and their team, it was clear this was the perfect fit. It was a seamless choice to join them and embark on a journey of growth and success together.
Tell us about your organisation and your role within it.
Vincent: As the Editor, my role is to make sure we successfully produce a magazine each week and keep feeding our website with content that engages and informs our readers. With our small editorial team, we have a focus on creating stories that are relevant and interesting to Canberrans, with the ultimate goal of leaving a positive impact on our community.
Jordan: My role is to capture photographs that reflect our community and inspire positivity in Canberra as well as to create high-quality images that reflect the brand and identity of our clients.
What is the most rewarding part of your job? And the most challenging?
Nick: The most challenging and rewarding part of my job is to build a winning team that brings together, good strategies and success with a positive attitude.
Anand: My clients are the most rewarding as well as most challenging. They challenge me to think out of the box which allows me to learn and grow. Getting the most popular and most difficult clients on board is the rewarding part.
Mohit: Engaging with individuals from diverse industries provides invaluable opportunities to learn about various professions and, more importantly, understand the nuances of different personalities and behaviours.
What tactics have you found most effective for networking and building professional relationships?
Anand: Meet your prospects and clients without having any expectation of getting any business. Informal meetings are the most lasting and fruitful when it comes to networking.
What are your thoughts on mentorship and its role in career growth?
Jordan: Mentorship is an essential recipe for success. I would not be where I am today without support from my fellow photographers as well as my wider network. It’s invaluable to be able to have someone critique your work with an unbiased approach to help improve your skills.
When you’re not at work, where can we find you?
Vincent: I’m a simple man. Away from work, I enjoy hanging out with family and friends, watching different sports (go the Raiders and Swans!), or playing disc golf with my brother and cousin.
