Demonstrated record of accomplishment in proposing, outlining and writing engaging, fresh content. Logical and methodical with a creative eye for details and diligence in producing exceptional work. Well-versed in building interest in readers, marketing books and critically approaching problems. Retains extensive knowledge in the field of media and performs discursive interaction on a variety of media platforms.
A published author of the book "Spirits of the Roaring Sea". Portfolio at - https://medium.com/@asmitasen23 and asmitasen.com/
Hi, I’m
Asmita Sen
Content Writer
Bengaluru
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
6
Certifications
3
Languages
Work History
WrittenlyHub | Content Marketing Agency Bengaluru
Freelance Content Writer
01.2023 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Conducted extensive internet research to provide facts and statistics for articles and blogs.
- Added keywords, meta descriptions and alt image tags to increase SEO presence.
- Used Microsoft Word, Google Docs and SharePoint to store and share created documents.
- Created monthly Excel spreadsheets to manage client projects and deadlines.
- Ghostwrote articles for different clients and agencies in B2B and B2C industries, incorporating relevant SEO terms and interlinking.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with an exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Performed keyword research to optimize content for SEO.
- Monitored competitor content to identify areas for improvement in client campaigns.
- Utilized feedback from clients and colleagues to improve content quality.
- Developed content for a variety of topics, ranging from technical to lifestyle, for multiple websites.
Spooler Podcast Bengaluru
Executive Producer
05.2022 - 11.2022
Job overview
- Applied accounting and financial management acumen to every area of podcast production.
- Made presentations to investors and other project stakeholders to obtain project funding.
- Supervised the creation process to verify on brand for having impactful and relevant content.
- Implemented quality control measures to verify compliance with artistic and technical standards for Indian Express and Jansatta
- Researched, developed, and pitched stories that reflected the unique sensibilities of The Indian Express, Metis POSH Consulting Services, PayU, Web3 and Pepsico.
- Won the Best Produced Podcast for Metis POSH Consulting Services on the overarching topic of sexual harassment.
- Was the Voiceover artist for the Metis POSH Consulting Services Podcast Series on sexual harassment that won the Best Produced Podcast from India Audio Summit
- Supervised a production team of five employees to identify problems and provided effective solutions to maintain team productivity.
- Reviewed finished products to determine quality and readiness for release or quality control.
- Single-handedly worked on the PayU project by running quality control, editing, and scripting.
- Developed schedules for the production, editing, and publishing of podcasts for timely delivery.
- Was a part of the core team and ideated daily along with the founder and reporting manager.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery: Spooler News, Bangalore Diaries, OFF AIR with JMan,
- Hired, trained and managed production staff and crew members to build a highly qualified team and boost overall performance.
- Monitored production and evaluated performance against set targets, making adjustments to areas of weakness.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Improved production company operations and profitability by applying new technologies and fostering the evolution of production standards by using software such as Audacity, Reaper, Ableton Live, and Adobe Premiere Pro
The Manipal Journal Manipal
Intern News Reporter
10.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Captured excellent photos to provide imagery for stories.
- Attended various internal and external press conferences to gather relevant information.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Created content for national, international and university level platforms to attract broad audiences.
The Scribble Squad Remote
Freelance Content Writer
08.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Added keywords, meta descriptions and alt image tags to increase SEO presence.
- Researched industry-related topics by performing interviews and combing online sources.
- Developed content for a variety of topics, ranging from technical to lifestyle, for multiple websites, especially for Medium targeted audiences.
- Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
- Created concise, eye-catching headlines and copy on B2C and social/lifestyle topics.
- Used Medium as a marketing platform to build a brand through email newsletters, daily digests, and coherent brainstorming on social issues.
Notion PressRemote
Book Author
06.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Wrote a book titled "Spirits of the Roaring Sea". Published it on June 23rd, 2020.
- The book was published in collaboration with Notion Press Publishing House. Currently, working on my new book.
- My book was awarded with the Sahityakosh
Samman 2021 by NE8X with an honour's scroll. - The book is still being purchased off the shelves and on Amazon actively
- Co-authored and published two subsequent anthologies named "Prismatic Hearts" and "Words of Immortality" which are both active on Amazon
The Hindu BusinessLineChennai
Intern
06.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Organized material, determined areas of emphasis and wrote stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
- Selected material to develop interesting and professional presentations for different formats.
- Evaluated the Profit and Loss Statements for Earning Releases
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Utilized SEO principles to optimize content for search engine rankings.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
The Indian Express Pune
Summer Intern
04.2019 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards to maintain credibility and trust with audiences.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Published three by-lines in the Pune city version of the newspaper.
- Covered various press conferences and journaled them for the newspaper.
- Story that received the most views is titled "Yours Lovingly" in the Lifestyle section.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
Aseem Foundation Pune
Intern Volunteer
05.2018 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Worked as a full-time intern in writing research papers mainly to spread awareness about the campaigns in Jammu and Kashmir in regard to AFSPA.
- The work was published in Aseem's journal in corroborating awareness amongst peers living outside of Jammu and Kashmir.
DESIRE Society Bengaluru
Intern Volunteer
05.2018 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Educated children about living with HIV, preventing further transmission, benefits and challenges of HIV care and treatment and access to resources.
- Assisted in awareness of enrolling and re-engaging in appropriate medical care.
Aspire for Her Remote
Ambassador
09.2020 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Utilized websites and social media to promote events and opportunities.
- Promoted the mission, vision and culture of Aspire for Her: "Women Empowerment", to prospective students to increase enrollment.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
Education
Manipal Academy of Higher Education Manipal
Master of Arts from Master's in Media And Communication
09.2020 - 04.2022
University Overview
Christ University Bengaluru
Bachelor of Arts from Journalism Honours
05.2017 - 06.2020
University Overview
Skills
Creative writing
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Published a research paper for The International Academic Forum (IAFOR). The paper is titled 'Gender, Race & Identity: An intersectional analysis of Queer representation in the movie Moonlight by Barry Jenkins'. The paper was published in partnership with University College London (UCL), Birkbeck,
The University of London, the University of Sussex, and the IAFOR Research Centre at Osaka University. - Received 1st Position in All India Senior School Examination for Humanities Stream with a percentile of 95%.
Certification
Certificate of Presentation and Publishing for The European Conference on Media, Communication & Film (EuroMedia2022)
Timeline
Freelance Content Writer
WrittenlyHub | Content Marketing Agency
01.2023 - 02.2023
Certificate of Presentation and Publishing for The European Conference on Media, Communication & Film (EuroMedia2022)
08-2022
Executive Producer
Spooler Podcast
05.2022 - 11.2022
Intern
The Hindu BusinessLine
06.2021 - 08.2021
Certificate for Integrated Marketing Communications: Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Marketing from IE University
03-2021
Intern News Reporter
The Manipal Journal
10.2020 - 05.2022
Ambassador
Aspire for Her
09.2020 - 11.2020
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Master of Arts from Master's in Media And Communication
09.2020 - 04.2022
Freelance Content Writer
The Scribble Squad
08.2020 - 05.2022
Certificate in Feminism and Social Justice from University of California, Santa Cruz
07-2020
Certificate in Queering Identities: LGBT+ Sexuality and Gender from University of Colorado Denver
07-2020
Certificate in Transgender and Non-confirming Identities from University of Minnesota
07-2020
Book Author
Notion Press
06.2020 - 05.2022
Summer Intern
The Indian Express
04.2019 - 05.2019
Intern Volunteer
Aseem Foundation
05.2018 - 06.2018
Intern Volunteer
DESIRE Society
05.2018 - 05.2019
1St Position in All India Senior School Certificate Examination from Army Welfare Association
10-2017
Christ University
Bachelor of Arts from Journalism Honours
05.2017 - 06.2020
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