Aprajita Vidyarthi
Jaipur
Summary
Seasoned Correspondent with 9 years of diverse experience reporting on a wide range of stories across India. Highly proficient in providing historical background and context descriptions for vivid in-depth reporting. Adaptable Video Editor 4 years of hands-on experience editing film and video pieces to suit audiences. Versed in transcoding videos, digitizing raw video and encoding files. Tech-savvy and creative professional familiar with video editing softwares.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Video Editor/Assistant Producer
4TN Media
Newbury
- Took large volumes of raw footage and determined which shots to use, cut or move to achieve creative vision.
- Arranged films into sequences and verified chronology.
- Reviewed video and selected best footage for storytelling.
Video Editor/Video Producer
Relief International
London
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Produced various videos for internal as well as external communication
- Produced rough cuts, fine-cuts, and final edits for a variety of projects.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding creative direction changes.
- Coordinated with internal departments regarding project needs and timeline updates.
- Edited video by adding graphics, titles, audio and special effects.
Researcher
Native Voice Films
London
10.2022
- Assisted with the research of their upcoming documentary
- Created a database of archival footage for an upcoming project from all over the globe through weeks of research.
Assistant Producer
The Times Group
Pune
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed schedules of anchors, ensuring timelines were agreed to and delivered as expected
- Worked with Producer and editing team to generate milestone content and realistic production schedules for a range of projects
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, producing highly successful shows
- Wrote or oversaw writing for scripts.
Correspondent
WhatsHot Pune
Pune
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Produced stories for traditional and digital platforms, maximising visibility
- Built and maintained network of contacts to source and verify stories
- Pursued and independently developed stories covering broad range of topics
- Worked as an Assistant Producer to develop videos for online platform
- Managed schedules with anchors, ensuring timelines were agreed to and delivered as expected
- Worked with team of anchors and editors to create content for Amazon to deliver quality content for digital and social clients.
Correspondent
Pune Mirror, Bennet, Colemon and Company Limited
Pune
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Produced stories for traditional and digital platforms, maximising visibility
- Built and maintained network of contacts to source and verify stories
- Pursued and independently developed stories covering broad range of topics
- Interviewed individuals to compile and verify important information.
News Reporter
DNA
Jaipur
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Researched and developed stories independently, using own contacts, press releases and social media.
Sub Editor
DNA
Jaipur
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Interviewed individuals to compile and verify important information
- Produced knowledgeable editorials and commentaries on topics of interest
- Connected with key public figures in business and politics to enrich stories with unique details and insights
- Managed the complete content of the weekly newspaper published for the youth 'dnaYA!'
Intern
The Times Of India
Jaipur
05.2013 - 12.2013
- Coordinated files, spreadsheets and reports for staff
- Wrote stories for various supplements of The Times Of India
- Edited stories coming from other writers across the state.
Education
Master of Arts: Digital Documentary -
Royal Holloway, University of London
12.2022
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism and Mass Communication. -
International College for Girls'
12.2014
Master of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Kanoria College
JaipurSkills
- Adobe Premiere Pro proficiency
- Media operations understanding
- Interviewing strength
- Editorial writing
- Story development skill
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Punjabi
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Video Editor/Video Producer
Relief International
06.2023 - 02.2024
Researcher
Native Voice Films
10.2022
Assistant Producer
The Times Group
10.2019 - 08.2021
Correspondent
WhatsHot Pune
10.2019 - 08.2021
Correspondent
Pune Mirror, Bennet, Colemon and Company Limited
08.2017 - 07.2018
News Reporter
DNA
02.2015 - 02.2017
Sub Editor
DNA
02.2014 - 02.2015
Intern
The Times Of India
05.2013 - 12.2013
Freelance Video Editor/Assistant Producer
4TN Media
Master of Arts: Digital Documentary -
Royal Holloway, University of London
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism and Mass Communication. -
International College for Girls'
Master of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Kanoria College
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