Social Media Writer

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CAREER OBJECTIVE

To work in an acclaimed institute with a greater cause to bring the change with my contributions. I am willing to discover new horizons in the field of media industry where learning opportunities, growth and professional development is umpteen.

EDUCATION

Course Year Institution Marks

M.A Mass

Communication &

Journalism

2016 - 2018

Department of Communication and

Journalism, Mumbai University, India

6.8/10 CGPA

B.A English Honors 2013 - 2016 Hindu College,

Delhi University, India 60%

CBSE, Class XII 2012 - 2013 Vivekanand School, Delhi, India 93.5% CBSE, Class X 2010 - 2011 Vivekanand School, Delhi, India 8.2/10 CGPA PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1. Assistant Manager: Communications, Ashoka University (Feb 2020 – April 2020) Responsible for raising funds from HNI’s, entrepreneurs and philanthropists for governing of the institute. Worked alongside professors and students to create, ideate and update on arranging seminars, exchange programmes, events and ways to enhance the positioning of the university. 2. Correspondent, Entreprenuer India (May 2019 – Dec 2019) Reported on SME industry involving start-ups, fundings, M & A and disruptive ideas that change the business practices in Asia-Pacific and in India. Conducted photo shoots, interviews, award shows and podcasts with CEOs and Founders of the organizations.

Link: entrepreneur.com/author/shivangi-asthana

3. Business Journalist, Thomson Reuters (Dec 2018 – March 2019) Worked under global news desk which involved researching, writing and brainstorming on performace of Dow Jones companies. Penned headlines and articles for the performance of those companies on Reuters live wire. 4. Features writer, Next Gen Publishing (Forbes Group Associate) (Feb 2018 – Sep 2018) With attention to architecture, interior design and lifestyle was responsible for researching and covering the latest trends in art and design. Contributed by interviewing national and international architects, writing, editing and copy-writing. Also generated content for the official website and social media handles of the magazine and expanded the reach through corporate relations.

Link: theidealhomeandgarden.com/author/shivangi/

PROFESSIONAL COURSE

• Certificate Course in Justice and Journalism from Columbia University in 2020 (Duration: Three months)

• Certificate Course in the French Language from Hindu College, Delhi University, India in 2016

(Duration: Six months)

• Certificate Course in Mass Communication from University Of Delhi and Massco Media in 2015

(Duration: Six months)

• Senior Diploma Course in Kathak (classical dance) in 2012 (Duration: Eight years)

• Advance Course in English Speaking from British School of Language in 2011 (Duration: One year) INTERNSHIP

• Content writer, TopYaps (April 2017 – Oct 2017)

An online news portal which deals with engaging youth in meaningful and accredential news. During my internship, I was responsible for researching, writing and blogging articles across genres such as history, culture and social science Link: topyaps.com/author/shivangi

• Editor, Internshala (August 2015 – Sept 2015)

Responsible for “My Internship Story” contest where the prime focus was at editing and publishing articles at various media platforms. Also, closely worked in increasing visibility through google analytical tools. (Search Engine Optimisation and Search Engine Marketing)

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• Scriptwriter, Delhi University Community Radio (May 2015– July 2015) Prepared scripts on current and social issues, prepared workshops for community women and organised debate sessions over the radio show which were recorded and aired through different frequencies in the campus

• Content writer & blogger, ‘Movierdo.com’ & ‘Socialwits.com’ (Oct 2015 – Dec 2015) Researched and published content based on philosophies of movies and socially relevant issues Link: movierdo.com/author/shivangiasthana05/

• Content writer & Editor, BNSF, Calcutta (July 2014 – Dec 2014) Handled education portfolios of meritorious students for scholarships to pursue higher studies abroad. Motivated and engaged students by inspirational and educational articles Link: bnsatnalikafoundation.wordpress.com/author/shivangi05/

• Coordinator, Igniting Young Minds, Leaders for Tomorrow (LFT) (May 2014 – July 2014) Worked for youth-centric NGO and devoted time in teaching English, Dance, Craft and Moral Science to child abuse victims at various orphanages of Delhi

• Research Associate, Gyanodaya (May 2014 – July 2014) University Level Project wherein primarily involved with Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Assessed historical buildings and monuments and their relation with the concerned authorities. Our project was selected amongst the top 3 projects of Delhi University in India

CONFERENCES ATTENDED

• International Conference on Disable Communication, Mumbai University in 2016

• Material based Caste and Patriarchy, Mumbai University in 2016

• Hindu Youth Summit, Delhi in 2014

• Leaders for Tomorrow in Skill Development in 2013

• Indian Institute of Public Administration in Geographic Information System in 2012 POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Vice President of Panchtatva, Environment Society of Hindu College, Delhi University, India in 2014-2015

• Team Leader at National Social Service (NSS) in Hindu College, Delhi University, India in 2013- 2015

• Member of Student Council in Vivekanand School, Delhi in 2012-2013

• Editor of School Newspaper “Vivian Times” in 2011–2013 ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS

• Awarded Certificate of Academic Excellence by Vivekanand School, Delhi for being an Outstanding Student

(All-Rounder) in Class XIIth in 2013

• Awarded Certificate of Appreciation by Vivekanand School for securing remarkable marks in CBSE Class XIIth Senior Secondary Examination in 2013

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Organising Member of Adhrita, Indian Dance Society (Kathak) of Hindu College, Delhi University in 2013-2015

• Organising Member of Spic Macay, Hindu College Heritage Club, DU in 2013-2015

• Organising Member of Panchtatva, Environment Society of Hindu College, DU in 2013-2015

• Organising Member of Antardhwani, Annual Cultural Fest of DU in 2014 and 2015

• Member of “Save The Quest” in 2014

• Member of Youth Parliament in Vivekanand School, Delhi for consecutively two years 2011-2013

• Member of Spandhan in Vivekanand School, Delhi in 2012

• Member of Surchhandam, Annual Cultural Function of Classical Dance in 2002-2011

• Secured Second Position in District level Debate Competition in 2010 SKILL SET AND INTERESTS

• Keen to develop new skills and explore ideas

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work calmly and methodically under pressure

• Spends time in researching, writing book reviews on a blog and pursue dancing PERSONAL DETAILS

• Date of Birth: February 12, 1995

• Languages known: English and Hindi

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