Kiran Hefa Title: Former Assistant Editor Education: Fordham University Kiran Hefa is a former assistant editor at PEOPLE. She left PEOPLE in 2014.She joined PEOPLE in 2008 and previously held the role of freelance writer/researcher. Before joining PEOPLE, Kiran was a campus representative for Fox Searchlight Pictures, a film promotions intern at Allied Advertising and a sports production intern at HBO in 2007.Kiran has been nominated for four Emmy Awards and three Webby Awards for her work at Marvel Entertainment and as a digital team member of Saturday Night Live. Experience Kiran Hefa is a former assistant editor at PEOPLE. She left PEOPLE in 2014.Before serving as assistant editor, Kiran was a freelance writer/researcher at PEOPLE. She was a campus representative for Fox Searchlight Pictures, a film promotions intern at Allied Advertising and a sports production intern at HBO in 2007. Kiran has been nominated for four Emmy Awards and three Webby Awards for her work at Marvel Entertainment and as a digital team member of Saturday Night Live. Kiran graduated with a bachelor's degree in communication and media studies from Fordham University. About PEOPLE PEOPLE, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, delivers the most trustworthy celebrity news and captivating human interest stories, connecting you to the pulse of American culture. Since our first issue hit stands in 1974, we have been striving to tell compelling stories about the people behind the issues, as opposed to just the issues themselves. We are your everyday escape, taking you inside the lives of intriguing stars, newsmakers, up-and-comers and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. We serve and delight you by providing ideas about beauty, food and style through the lens of the people influencing the trends. And we are a force for good by telling stories of hope, optimism and kindness that drive conversation and inspire action. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.