Ritwik Chakravarty
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong foundation in research and effective communication, honed through experiences at The New Indian Express and Ashoka University. Proven ability to lead teams and foster collaboration, while successfully managing content creation and public relations initiatives. Committed to driving impactful narratives and enhancing community engagement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern (City Vertical)
The New Indian Express
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Wrote short-form content for the City vertical.
- Pursued independent stories and conducted interviews.
Teaching Assistant – Fiction Workshop
Ashoka University
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Collaborated closely with writer Vivek Shanbagh in a higher-level Creative Writing course.
- Managed logistical tasks, including submissions and classroom coordination.
- Provided supplementary reading materials (short stories) to guide student discussions.
- Offered in-class input to help students refine their writing through media references.
Fieldwork Intern
Aam Aadmi Party
11.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted voter ID registrations and distributed pamphlets in Jangpura, Delhi.
- Promoted awareness of AAP’s developmental programs.
Teaching Assistant – Qualitative Research Methods in Political Science
Ashoka University
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in syllabus coordination and alignment with learning objectives.
- Handled administrative logistics, including assignment scheduling and material organization.
- Conducted office hours to support students in qualitative research methodologies.
- Delivered a lecture on research ethics in political science.
Social Media and Content Writing Intern
Moshi Moshi – The Communications Company
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Recruited influencers for affiliate brands like Burger Seigneur.
- Crafted copy and captions for social media campaigns.
- Managed Instagram/Facebook content and event marketing for the NAR Convention.
Educator
Let’s Teach English
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Taught English to underprivileged individuals to bridge language barriers.
President
Adarsh Gavel Club (Toastmasters International)
- Moderated discussions and fostered a collaborative environment.
- Provided strategic leadership to enhance member development.
- Delivered speeches and earned weekly accolades.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Studies And Research - English
Ashoka University
Haryana05-2025
BA - Political Science
Ashoka University
Haryana01.2024
Skills
- Research Acumen
- Public Relations
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
Certification
Trained in statistical software R and basic Python for data analysis.
Accomplishments
- Won 10 trophies/certificates for impromptu and prepared speeches.
- Received a cash award from Dimdima Magazine for an article on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Hindi, Fluent
- Bengali, Fluent
Voluntary Experience
- Aam Aadmi Party, Fieldwork Intern, 11/01/24, 09/30/24, Conducted voter ID registrations and distributed pamphlets in Jangpura, Delhi., Promoted awareness of AAP’s developmental programs.
- Let’s Teach English!, Educator, 04/01/21, 09/30/22, Taught English to underprivileged individuals to bridge language barriers.
Research
Ethnic Violence and Community Cohesion in Co-Ethnic Neighborhoods in India
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Bengali
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intern (City Vertical)
The New Indian Express
01.2025 - 02.2025
Fieldwork Intern
Aam Aadmi Party
11.2024 - 09.2024
Teaching Assistant – Fiction Workshop
Ashoka University
08.2024 - 12.2024
Teaching Assistant – Qualitative Research Methods in Political Science
Ashoka University
09.2023 - 12.2023
Social Media and Content Writing Intern
Moshi Moshi – The Communications Company
07.2022 - 09.2022
Educator
Let’s Teach English
04.2021 - 09.2022
President
Adarsh Gavel Club (Toastmasters International)
Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Studies And Research - English
Ashoka University
BA - Political Science
Ashoka University
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