Communications & Community Manager Candidate

Cardiff UK +44-777*******

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Gayathri Palakode Ramachandran

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Professional Summary

Strategic communications professional with experience across the political communications, public-interest organisations and journalism, specialising in turning complex and sensitive issues into clear, credible narratives. Experienced in communications planning, stakeholder engagement, reputation-sensitive messaging and integrated digital and media communications, with a strong understanding of working in high-profile, fast- moving environments. A confident storyteller and trusted collaborator, I bring together strategic thinking, sound judgement and hands-on delivery to help organisations communicate change clearly and effectively. Professional Experience

Communication Officer

Design Commission for Wales (Present)

Develop and deliver communications plans across digital, social, web, events and stakeholder channels, aligned with organisational priorities.

Translate complex policy, placemaking and design information into clear, engaging narratives for professional, public and stakeholder audiences.

Work closely with senior colleagues and stakeholders to shape messaging, identify communications opportunities and coordinate delivery.

Support communications relating to Welsh Government programmes, placemaking, design review and regional engagement.

Digital Media Officer

Senedd Cymru Welsh Parliment (May’25 - Aug’26)

Develop and deliver digital communications across social media, website and newsletters within a politically sensitive environment.

Translate complex legislative and policy information into accessible, audience-focused content. Manage and maintain website content using content management systems, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

Monitor and analyse engagement data to inform strategic improvements and reporting. Support communications planning aligned to institutional objectives and key public priorities. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure cohesive messaging. Assistant Content Manager ( E- Commerce)

Shoppers Stop India (Nov '22 - Aug ‘23)

Wrote engaging product page descriptions, achieving a daily target of 1500 SKUs. Crafted compelling footer and banner content to enhance site appeal. Curated captivating fashion and beauty narratives for brand storytelling. Strategized brand-specific SEO tags to boost search visibility. Executed meticulous catalog and product mapping for seamless navigation. Set SEO tags, meta tags, meta descriptions, and keyword-optimized copies for each product under fashion, beauty, and home.

Education

MA in Journalism, Media, and Communication

Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK

Graduated: 2024 Distinction

B.Design in Fashion Communication

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT),

India

Graduated: 2021 Meritorious Student Awardee

Core Competencies

Strategic Communications

Corporate Communications

Change Communications

Narrative Development

Communications Planning

Affiliate Content Writer

Pinkvilla Pvt. Ltd India (Jan '21 - Oct '22)

Championed celebrity interviews with engaging and insightful questions. Curated captivating Fashion & Beauty narratives that resonated with readers, achieving approximately 13 million reads on selected stories.

Excelled in Affiliate & SEO Writing, including crafting compelling Google web stories. Wrote features showcasing beauty products for Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday sales. Expertly managed social media accounts @pinkvilla, growing audience engagement to 6 million followers. Earned Employee of the Month accolades in March 2022 for outstanding performance. Professional Development

Digital analytics and performance reporting training Content management systems and website optimisation Public engagement and communications workshops

Ongoing professional development in digital strategy and emerging technologies Volunteering Experience

Events Coordinator

Birmingham Fashion Week, (Oct ‘24)

Collaborated closely with Nataline, the founder and organizer, to ensure event success. Managed logistics, communications with PR teams, media, and stakeholders. Oversaw diaries, invitee lists, schedules, and model management to ensure seamless execution. Communication Coordinator Volunteer

Casa Agape Foundation, Cardiff UK (Aug ‘24)

Crafted content for the website and written blogs. Managed community events to raise funds, including creating games and scouting talent. Organized fundraising programs to support survivors of domestic abuse. References Available on request.

Corporate Affairs & Reputation

Stakeholder Engagement

Issues Management

Reputation Awareness

Public Affairs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Trello

Asana

Adobe Creative Suite

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