Prerona Roy
Kolkata,WB
Summary
Independent Journalist with a foundation in research-based writing, interviewing, feature storytelling, and copyediting shaped by journalism work and ongoing English literature study. Brings clear source handling, careful note-taking, and the ability to turn research into readable copy for digital and print formats. Also applies classroom-tested communication skills to deadline-focused reporting and fast-paced newsroom assignments.
Overview
5
5
Languages
3
3
Certifications
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Communication Skills Trainer
EngConvo
10.2025 - Current
- Conduct 20 training sessions weekly to strengthen spoken English and communication skills.
- Lead spoken English training sessions with clear explanations, guided practice, and real-time feedback.
- Develop interpersonal communication skills through targeted exercises that improve confidence, clarity, and responsiveness.
- Build intercultural communication competence by helping learners adapt tone, language, and context across audiences.
Freelance Columnist
The Assam Rising Newspaper
01.2025 - Current
- Conduct 2-3 interviews per month and research stories for publication across assigned topics.
- Write 6-8 feature articles per month on culture, heritage, cinema, and public spaces.
- Develop feature content that translates interviews and research into clear, publication-ready newspaper copy.
- Pitch and shape stories around culture, heritage, cinema, and public spaces for reader interest and editorial fit.
- Apply careful copyediting to refine article flow, accuracy, and readability before publication.
Intern
University of Hyderabad
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Supported 80% documentation accuracy while assisting with cultural preservation records and community engagement notes.
- Completed a 120-hour UGC NEP 2020 internship focused on cultural preservation and community engagement.
- Prepared research notes and academic summaries to support internship work on cultural preservation topics.
- Drafted clear written content for community-facing materials using content writing and journalism skills.
- Applied copyediting and media ethics principles to improve the clarity and credibility of internship deliverables.
- Edited visual and video content for internship materials using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro.
Content Writer
AAITPRO
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Edited $15-20 worth of client content for clarity, accuracy, and consistent publication standards.
- Drafted 20 website and social posts weekly for digital platforms and audience-focused campaigns.
- Wrote website copy, articles, and posts tailored to digital platforms and audience tone.
- Researched topics and conducted interviews to support original reporting and feature development.
- Published SEO writing in WordPress and updated posts to improve structure and readability.
- Created basic visuals and short-form video edits using Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Filmora.
Journalism Intern
Asiana Times
03.2025
- Produced 15-20 feature drafts per month across cultural coverage, translating research into clear editorial copy.
- Edited 5 articles per week for publication, tightening grammar, structure, and readability.
- Wrote feature stories on cultural topics, adapting research into engaging, publication-ready narratives.
- Conducted interviews and reported on assigned topics, turning source material into accurate newsroom copy.
- Refined articles through copyediting, improving clarity, consistency, and overall editorial quality before publication.
Content Writing Intern
IcyTales
01.2024
- Published 10 opinion articles monthly while refining structure, voice, and editorial consistency.
- Researched topics thoroughly and translated findings into clear, reader-friendly drafts aligned with assigned briefs.
- Conducted interviews and reported source details accurately to strengthen factual depth across published stories.
- Edited drafts for grammar, readability, and consistency before publication, supporting a polished final product.
Education
Class 12 - undefined
- ISC (2021): 88.85%
- ICSE (2019): 85.8%
Associate of Arts - French Language and Literature
12-2028
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
Master of Arts - English Language & Literature
09-2026
Bachelor of Arts - English Honours
08-2024
Graduated with Grade B++
Skills
Content writing & journalism
Interviewing & reporting
Research & academic writing
Copy editing
Feature writing
Video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, Filmora)
Adobe Photoshop
Curriculum development
Lesson planning
Instructional delivery
Public speaking
Adult learning principles
Copyediting
SEO writing
Content strategy
WordPress
Media ethics
Certification
Academic Writing Workshop, Zakir Husain Delhi College, University of Delhi (2024)
Timeline
Communication Skills Trainer - EngConvo
10.2025 - Current
Intern - University of Hyderabad
06.2025 - 09.2025
Journalism Intern - Asiana Times
03.2025
Freelance Columnist - The Assam Rising Newspaper
01.2025 - Current
Content Writing Intern - IcyTales
01.2024
Content Writer - AAITPRO
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bijoy Krishna Girls College, University of Calcutta - Bachelor of Arts, English Honours
St. Paul’s Cathedral Mission College, University of Calcutta - Master of Arts, English Language & Literature
- Class 12,
Ramkrishna Mission Institute of Culture - Associate of Arts, French Language and Literature