ANUSHKA BASU
Kolkata
Summary
Adept in strategic critical thinking and leadership, I excelled at Crypto.News by spearheading content strategies and enhancing audience engagement through innovative reporting on cryptocurrency trends. My collaborative teamwork and effective communication skills were pivotal in developing compelling stories, achieving a significant increase in social media visibility.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
News Reporter Consultant
Crypto.News
Remote
11.2024 - Current
- Monitored local, national, and international news to identify trending topics.
- Collaborated with other reporters to develop large-scale stories.
- Completed investigations of important community issues and put together well-received reports.
- Ran errands related to story assignments.
- Devised and published special headlines and content for social media.
- Explained information in simple terms to engage and educate general audience.
- Conducting in-depth research, market analysis, and price trends for high-quality reporting.
- Pitched compelling story ideas in editorial meetings.
- Attended press conferences and interviewed key figures in order to obtain information for stories.
- Proofread and edited work for grammar, style and accuracy.
News Reporter Consultant
VAP Group
02.2024 - Current
- Proven expertise in conducting comprehensive price analysis for various cryptocurrencies.
- Skilled in identifying market trends and optimizing trading strategies.
- Proficient in utilizing advanced analytical tools and techniques.
- Exceptional communication skills for delivering concise, and compelling reports.
- Dedicated to staying updated with the latest developments in the cryptocurrency space.
- Covering the latest developments in the cryptocurrency space to deliver timely and relevant news updates.
Content Strategist
Paperclip Design
Ahmedabad
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed engaging content strategies to showcase clients' work.
- I collaborate closely with designers, conduct market research, and develop content plans that resonate with target audiences.
- Executed innovative content strategies to enhance storytelling quality.
- Evaluated online analytic information to highlight possibilities for improving content and enhancing user engagement.
- Developed content marketing strategies to boost brand presence on social media.
- Implemented timelines for coordinated publication, optimizing delivery efficiency.
Content and Research Associate
DaoLens
Bengaluru
08.2022 - 10.2023
- I worked closely with the Associate Director of Brand and curated research, industry reports, and other brand-specific campaigns for DaoLens
- My deep knowledge of blockchain, from cryptocurrencies to DAOs, helped me collect thorough research data and quotes from contributors, admins, and members within multiple DAO ecosystems
Head of Content
TriosCo
Kolkata
11.2022 - 03.2023
- My day-to-day responsibilities as Head of Content include writing content for multiple social media platforms, including copies for multinational and national brands
- I develop content strategies, collaborate directly with the marketing division, and supervise a group of writers to optimize growth
Content Head and PR
RocketFuel Blockchain
San Francisco
08.2021 - 02.2022
- My responsibilities included, but were not limited to, writing pitches to assist journalists (Business Insider, Fox TV) in obtaining technical knowledge on crypto, payment and retail industries, Web 3.0, and various blockchain projects
- I have also been responsible for managing PR and partnership activities for RocketFuel
- This included drafting quotes and company statements for all company releases and announcements
Education
Comparative Literature - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Jadavpur University
Kolkata05.2022
Translation and Writing -
Centre of Translation Studies
03.2020
L1 Spanish -
Ramkrishna Mission Cultural School of Language
12.2018
Skills
- Strategic Critical Thinking
- Prioritization and Time Management
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Effective Under Pressure
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Content Development
- Communication Skills
- Journalism
Hobbies and Interests
- Plays Basketball
- Bharatnatyam dancer with national level-distinction
References
References available upon request
Timeline
News Reporter Consultant
Crypto.News
11.2024 - Current
News Reporter Consultant
VAP Group
02.2024 - Current
Content Strategist
Paperclip Design
04.2023 - 04.2024
Head of Content
TriosCo
11.2022 - 03.2023
Content and Research Associate
DaoLens
08.2022 - 10.2023
Content Head and PR
RocketFuel Blockchain
08.2021 - 02.2022
Comparative Literature - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Jadavpur University
Translation and Writing -
Centre of Translation Studies
L1 Spanish -
Ramkrishna Mission Cultural School of Language
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