MANIZAAY GALA
Address: Jersey City, New Jersey **310
Mobile: 347-***-**** Email: ********.*@*****.***
~ SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE ADVERTISING ACCOUNT MANAGER ~ Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S P R O F I L E
Versatile, challenge-driven, and results-oriented professional, offering broad-based experience in account management and advertising. Recognized for excellent ability to conceptualize and execute strategic initiatives, events, and projects for key clients and businesses. Equipped with solid leadership, interpersonal, and presentation skills in coordinating with diverse individuals and groups. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Photoshop. Multilingual in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. Areas of expertise include: Brand Management Client Services Market Strategy Corporate Communications Campaigns Development Business Development P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
RIPPLE EFFECT SOCIAL ENTERPRISE LLP, MUMBAI, MH, INDIA Startup Founder 2016–2019
§ Offered cause-driven products made by social enterprises, non-governmental organizations, and underprivileged artisans
§ Prioritized the implementation of business strategies, business development, and administrative compliance
§ Formulated and introduced brand guidelines, architecture, as well as online and offline marketing strategies while working on lean business model, financial growth plan, and a multi-vendor website Career Highlights:
§ Earned several features on different digital platforms including:
Entrepreneurs of India (2018);
Global Owls (2017);
Your Story (2017); and
Zoroastrians.net (2017)
§ Garnered the best stall awards in "Woman of Wonder" exhibit at Radio Club
§ Steered efforts in obtaining deeper market penetration by defining tie-ups with sustainable brands
§ Developed and established a vegan brand for sustainable bags Midoree FOUNTAINHEAD ENTERTAINMENT, MKTG, MUMBAI, MH, INDIA Senior Account Executive 2014–2016
§ Served as member of the Client Servicing and Business Development Team, responsible for representing the company
§ Dealt with planning and executing multiple large-scale corporate events
§ Established and maintained positive relationships with internal teams including Creative, Digital, and Production teams, as well as all client teams and third-party individuals
§ Designed a brand for each corporate event with a brand name, logo, creatives, collaterals, installations and sets
§ Prepared, produced, and maintained budgets for various clients with digital and branding support
§ Conceptualized and pitched ideas for clients including: ú Ultratech Cement ($15B);
ú Aditya Birla Finance Sector ($1.5B); and
ú Volkswagen India
§ Earned the Best Executive of the Year Award in 2015 for exemplifying outstanding performance MANIZAAY GALA
Address: Jersey City, New Jersey 07310
Mobile: 347-***-**** Email: ********.*@*****.***
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CANDID CREATIONS,, MUMBAI, MH, INDIA
Assistant Director 2009–2012
§ Organized schedule and initiated screen tests
§ Took charge of setting pre- and post-shoots for over seven advertisement films throughout different sectors
§ Fulfilled key tasks including story boarding and shot breakdown LOWE LINTAS, MUMBAI, MH, INDIA
Master of Business Administration Intern, Client Servicing Team 2013
§ Contributed insights during brainstorming sessions with the Creative Team
§ Succeeded in facilitating primary research and analysis for Unilever E A R L I E R C A R E E R
TRIKAYA GREY WORLDWIDEAGENCY,MH, INDIA
Summer Internship
E D U C A T I O N
Master of Business Administration in Advertising and Brand Communications: 2014 Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune, MH, India Master of Commerce I : 2012
Mumbai University, Mumbai, MH, India
Bachelor of Mass Media: 2011
Jai Hind College, Mumbai, MH, India
HSC in Commerce: 2008
Jai Hind College, Maharashta State Board, Mumbai, MH, India P R O F E S S I O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T
Certificate Course in Digital Marketing, Nobel Desktop (2020) A W A R D S
Rashtrapati (President) Guide Badge (2004)
Various awards in inter-college and inter-school dramatics, debate and elocution competitions A C T I V I T I E S
Hand Model, Various Ad Films in India
Organizer, Drink & Drive Campaign
Volunteer, Sol’s Arc
Volunteer, Society for the Education of the Crippled