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BIDISHA DAS

Kolkata

Summary

Accomplished Senior Content Editor with a proven track record in enhancing digital content visibility and engagement. Excelling in content strategy development and visual storytelling, I drive impactful narratives and foster brand growth.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Content Editor

Ecosystm
Singapore
03.2023 - Current
  • Work with industry thought leaders to research, write, and edit whitepapers, ebooks, and case studies on technology, fintech, and policy.
  • Collaborate with the design and marketing team to produce on-brand content for social media.
  • Develop story and content ideas in line with the organisation's content strategy.

Editor (Freelance)

CopyPress
Florida
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Write and edit clear, actionable copies in keeping with the style guide.
  • Produce three to five 1,000 to 1,500-word articles per week.
  • Interpret assignment briefs to understand project requirements.

Senior SEO Writer

The Globe Post Media
Virginia
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Interview, onboard and guide junior writers for The College Post.
  • Prepare article briefs for long-form content.
  • Perform competitor and keyword research on SEMrush and Google Keyword Planner to prepare article briefs.
  • Edit opinion pieces written by eminent guest authors.

Sub-Editor

The Globe Post
08.2020 - 08.2022
  • Write SEO-optimised articles on defence, higher education, and international affairs.
  • Work on The Globe Post's social media strategy from time to time and create engaging social media content using tools like Canva and Facebook Creator Studio.

Editor (Freelance)

Interview Mocha
Pune
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Proofread assessments, articles, and short-form content within tight deadlines.

Content Strategist

Indian Institute of Technology
Kharagpur
07.2018 - 12.2021
  • Research and write copy for landing pages, press releases, newsletters, and social media updates.
  • Oversee a team of 4-5 content developers in charge of NDLI's web content creation.
  • Co-manage NDLI Club — an initiative to help school students use NDLI's vast resources through competitions, training sessions, and workshops.

Content – Executive

Tata Interactive Systems
Kolkata
06.2016 - 06.2018
  • Work extensively on storyboarding for web-based and mobile learning courses, with focus on accessibility.
  • Analyse training needs and suggest suitable solutions to meet business objectives for large clients.
  • Youngest recipient of Work Excellence Award among 15+ team members for client handling.

Copyeditor (Intern)

The Times of India
Kolkata
08.2013 - 10.2014
  • Work on TOI's supplement 'Times Neighbourhood'; research and submit story ideas on the city's events.
  • Attend press events, conduct interviews, and work with senior reporters to develop stories.
  • Write and revise news copy under tight deadlines.

Education

MA in English Literature -

PRESIDENCY UNIVERSITY

BA in English Literature -

PRESIDENCY UNIVERSITY

Higher Secondary Examination -

Auxilium Convent School

Skills

  • Google Analytics
  • SEMrush
  • Style guidelines (including AP, MLA)
  • MS Office
  • Adobe InDesign
  • WordPress
  • Calendar Management
  • Content Strategy Development
  • Stakeholder Communications

Certification

  • Transitioning Into UX Writing - Udemy 2022
  • Diploma in French (B1) - Alliance française du Bengale

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Movies
  • Social Work
  • Travel

Timeline

Senior Content Editor

Ecosystm
03.2023 - Current

Senior SEO Writer

The Globe Post Media
08.2022 - 02.2023

Editor (Freelance)

CopyPress
09.2021 - 07.2023

Editor (Freelance)

Interview Mocha
11.2020 - 12.2021

Sub-Editor

The Globe Post
08.2020 - 08.2022

Content Strategist

Indian Institute of Technology
07.2018 - 12.2021

Content – Executive

Tata Interactive Systems
06.2016 - 06.2018

Copyeditor (Intern)

The Times of India
08.2013 - 10.2014

MA in English Literature -

PRESIDENCY UNIVERSITY

BA in English Literature -

PRESIDENCY UNIVERSITY

Higher Secondary Examination -

Auxilium Convent School
BIDISHA DAS