Communications Coordinator

SURABHI SAHAY

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QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Dynamic and results-oriented professional, with known expertise in extensive research and practice in organizational communication. Armed with superior qualities in building

well-coordinated environments, complemented with proven ability to conceptualize and bring projects to full fruition and significant accomplishments. Other qualifications

include:

- Effective leadership in developing communication and marketing materials for internal employee management and external stakeholders relations such as implementing &

managing change, creating corporate social responsibility strategies, proposing public relations actions, coordinating special events, and managing external relations.

- Proven track record of providing high-end value and successful results in planning and implementing innovative communication strategies, serving high-profile clients,

and securing increase in corporate awareness.

- Organizational and advanced internal and external communication skills, along with problem-solving capabilities and research analysis for internal and external

stakeholders.

CHANGE MANAGEMENT

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS

PUBLIC AND MEDIA RELATIONS

PHOTOGRAPHY

EVENT PLANNING

SOCIAL MEDIA PLANNING

VIDEO PRODUCTION AND EDITING

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Communication and Information Studies, GPA: 3.8 (Expected Date of Completion: May 2012)

Concentration in Organizational Communication

Emphasis in Stakeholder Participative Decision-Making and Change Management

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ

Bachelor of Arts in Broadcasting, Telecommunications and Mass Media, GPA: 3.7 (Dec 2008)

Temple University School of Communications and Theater, Philadelphia, PA

Advertising and Marketing ~ Creating Media Business ~ Media Regulations and Ethics ~ Media Theory

Dean’s List: 2007 and 2008

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Teaching Intern (Communication Theory) Sep 2011–Dec 2011

Rutgers University, (School of Communication and Information) New Brunswick, NJ, USA

- Enthusiastically demonstrated knowledge and expertise in communications theory resulting in an increase in class participation.

- Educated 400 undergraduate students by guiding and responding to queries through e-mails and face-to-face meetings.

- Evaluated academic progression by proctoring examinations.

Advocacy-Communications Intern Aug 2011–Dec 2011

AARP Princeton, NJ, USA

- Initiated researches for target groups and expectations and assumed creation and editing of media and social media campaigns. Authored and developed public service

announcements and letters to the editor.

- Attained advocacy success with visible results in all projects through effective internal and external communication strategies.

Public Relations Associate and Production Designer Jan 2011–Apr 2011

The Pen, Independent Film New Delhi, India

- Directly involved in creating website material including material for press release.

- Created English subtitles for films and translated production correspondence from Hindi to English.

- Summarized and formulated synopsis for the film in English.

- Accomplished recognition and screening of the film at the Cannes Film Festival

Research Associate for Organizational Communication Jan 2011–Apr 2011

Rutgers University New Brunswick, NJ, USA

- Content analyzed data to find similar themes and anomalies in the field of input solicitation, prioritization, and implementation during change processes.

- Identified benefits and drawbacks of the existing themes and research.

Production Assistant and Editor Oct 2010–Apr 2011

Rutgers University Television Piscataway, NJ, USA

- Edited shows and public service announcements for important information dissemination

- Actively supported and attended promotional campaigns.

News and Community Affairs Intern Aug 2008–Dec 2008

Clear Channel Radio Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA

- Drafted news releases and assisted in community affairs coordination, including external contribution meetings.

- Produced and edited public affairs programs and facilitated interviews with specialists

- Drove research initiatives for various show topics

- Participated with Promotions Department on awareness rallies such as AIDS Walk, while managing other promotional events.

Production and Administrative Intern Jan 2008–May 2008

Top Hat Productions LLC Warminster, PA, USA

- Maintained direct involvement and participation from pre- through post–production of corporate videos for the University of Pennsylvania Healthcare System and other

companies such as AAMCO and Aramark.

- Provided administrative support in reviewing and duplicating videos edited in Final Cut Pro. Maintained records and client databases.

Event Manager May 2006–Jul 2006

Renaissance Cultural Center (Non-Profit) Gaya, Bihar, India

- Developed internal communication strategies for change management. Facilitated shows and theatrical settings for world-renowned artists.

- Evaluated member satisfaction through survey research by conducting SWOT analysis that resulted in sustainable membership growth.

- Successfully launched fundraising activities

- Resolved issues within the organization by conducting conflict analysis.

PART-TIME TEACHING VOLUNTEER ~ Kirk View School, Gaya, Bihar, India ~ May 2006–Jul 2006

- Provided assistance in educating elementary students by organizing leadership and social education classes.

- Oversaw all student activities and prepared syllabus for Social Science and organized plays/speeches for various competitions and events.

OTHER EXPERIENCE

ASSISTANT BOOKKEEPER ~ DEW Private Ltd., Gaya, Bihar, India ~ Jan 2006–Jul 2006

VOLUNTEER ~ Aakansha: Institute for Mentally Handicapped (NPO), Gaya, Bihar, India ~ Jan-Aug 2006

AFFILIATIONS

International Communication Association

National Society of Collegiate Scholars (2006–2008)

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (2006)

TECHNICAL ACUMEN

Editing: Final Cut Pro, Adobe Audition, Adobe Photoshop, Soundtrack Pro

Technology: Teleprompter, Chroma Key Setup, On-Camera Editing through Switcher, and Image Generator

Business Software: SPSS, ACT, Prophet Database

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