HIRAL JAMINDAR

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LinkedIn Profile:www.linkedin.com/in/hiral-jamindar-a76923175 Social Media Engagement Strategic Planning Interpersonal skills Research Strong Writing and Communication skills Detail Oriented Time Management Versatility PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Masters’ in Communication and Journalism level educated Journalist and Communications Specialist with a broad skill sets which are applicable across different sectors and roles. Having a progressive experience of around 5 years in Content Writing/ Social Media/ Communication Coordinator/ Editing and Reporting. Hardworking, Detail-oriented, Persistent, Multilingual and Culturally aware professional with a unique ability to adapt to new challenges and situations quickly. Thrive independently and collaboratively with team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills gained through past work experience as well as active participation in various academic and professional events.

CORE COMPETENCIES (ACHIEVEMENTS)

● Systems Utilization and Technology Skills: Proficient use of Windows and Mac operating systems, well versed with MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Excel, Outlook). Hands-on experience in handling Studio Cameras with Teleprompter, Robotic Cameras, DSLR, 4K and HD Cameras. Acquired certifications in Adobe Premiere, Avid Media Composer, Photoshop, WordPress and Final Cut Pro.

● Keen Attention to Detail: Accurate, reliable and diligent. Expert in generating ideas for stories and features and following leads, Good observation and deduction skills and good at absorbing information quickly. Always completed stories/projects and achieved desired milestones in given timeline. Can handle any ongoing challenges.

● Proven Success: Participated in All India Women Journalists’ Workshop organized by Government of India. Organized Business Excellence Awards (BEA) 2019 in Caesars Windsor as a part of YOUR TV. Created Documentary for Unicef on Child Adolescence in rural areas.

● Involvement in different Sports Activities: Part of National tryouts event for Volleyball and Long jump. Active involvement in different sports activities like Athletics, run for the cause, etc. at University and College level.

● Volunteering Experience and Community Involvement: Participating as a Volunteer in Yuva Unstoppable (NGO) and Rogers TV, London. Active involvement in various technical and cultural events at College and University level. PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Production Intern

YOUR TV, WINDSOR, ON February 2019- May 2019

● Setting up Studio cameras and Large Format Cameras for City Council, Hockey matches and Live events.

● Handled Switcher, graphics and audio mixer in studio and OB Van

● Took detailed notes during meetings and inputting data into the computer.

● Coordinated with Hosts and guests to line-up interviews

● Run errands such as purchasing supplies, props and other necessary items for project.

● Produce and edit video content to share on online channels, including social media and YouTube.

Broadcast Journalist/ Anchor/ Reporter

ROGERS TV, LONDON, ON September 2018- April 2019

● Created shot lists, booked talent and locations for shoot

● Prepared robotic cameras and Large Format cameras for different shows and events

● Operated robotic cameras and audio mixer from Rogers TV, London while show was being shot in Rogers TV, Woodstock.

● Produced 2 news package every week this included shooting, voice overs, editing and scripting from various fields like Entertainment, Local sports, live events, Human interests, emergency stories to meet deadlines.

● Revise scripts and prepare to deliver them on-air while anchoring

● Oversaw all phases of video production from Pre- to Post Production News Reporter

DIVYA BHASKAR NEWSPAPER June 2017- July 2018

● Pursued and developed stories independently and for assignment covering all the entertainment, lifestyle, feature, special and exclusive interviews.

● Edited stories whenever time and space required changes.

● Wrote news pieces and stories for online publication, coordinating images and layout.

● Crafted well-written news stories based on facts and edited content whenever required. Broadcast Journalist

ETV NEWS CHANNEL December 2015- November 2016

● Reported two news package every day covering various bytes like Sports, entertainment, crime, political, corporation, business and education.

● Chase stories to get breaking news and first on for my channel

● Created a genuine and trusted circle to get leads and tips about exclusive stories

● Gave Phone in and Live updates to Anchor whenever story and situation demanded

● Lined up interviews and discussed stories with Channel Head and Bulletin Producer. Trainee Reporter

TV9 NEWS CHANNEL April 2014- December 2014

● Prepared list of story ideas and got it approved from Assignment by discussing story Angle.

● Organized materials, scripted, edited and reported stories according to prescribed editorial style

● Submitted two news package every day which included graphics and editing

● Translated various stories for state and national assignment desks Communications Specialist

STIMULATIONS PRO March 2016- June 2018

● Develop effective corporate communication strategies with executives.

● Draft content (e.g. press releases) for mass media or company website.

● Worked closely with government officials for B2B networking and trade shows.

● Built relationships with Social media Influncers and Bloggers to promote products

● Developed and maintained company’s database through extensive market research. Content Writer/ Social Media Coordinator

GUJARAT HEADLINE WEBSITE November 2014- July 2017

● Researched industry-related topics and created Trending Headline and story according to the topic

● Wrote clear and precise marketing copy for promotional news and stories using WordPress

● Handled Social Media including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Google+, etc.

● Provided unique Hashtags and Captions for all the stories, Uploaded stories/videos online, Tag different accounts to grab more likes and hits.

● Proofread and edited blog posts before publishing online with supporting Image or Video to explain the story

● Did Facebook and Instagram Live whenever story and coverage demanded to get desired views and likes

EDUCATION

Broadcast Journalism- Television News

Fanshawe College, London, ON September 2018- April 2019 Masters in Communication and Journalism

Gujarat University, India June 2016- June 2018

FLEXIBLE TO RELOCATE AND REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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