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Sanjana S Kurup

Sanjana S Kurup

Thiruvananthapuram

Summary

I am a post graduate in Mass Communication with experience in Public Relation, Branding, integrated, strategic communication and delivery of successful print and digital media. Inquisitive interest in Journalism and Research and driven by a deep passion for education

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Mass Media Officer

National AYUSH Mission Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram
04.2023 - Current
  • Worked on organization's brand elements and development of its effective communication to the general public.
  • Established and worked on media relations and social media management.
  • Led organization's Information, Communication and Education (IEC) activities and coordinated content creation for mass media and social media.
  • Overall Coordination of events, day observances, and press conferences to raise awareness of AYUSH health services and initiatives among the public.
  • Plan and manage the budget allocated for media-related activities, including advertising, sponsored content, and media partnerships.
  • Plan and execute overall State level AYUSH branding including theatre, bus and train branding and in other media verticals.

Guest Lecturer

Sri Sathya Sai Arts & Science College
Thiruvananthapuram
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Delivered Lecturers on journalistic ethics, news writing, reporting techniques, media law, digital journalism
  • Shared expertise on the practice of journalism and facilitated discussions among students.
  • Mentored students to pursue career in journalism and offered guidance on internships, job opportunities, and professional development.
  • Promoted critical thinking by adhering to the academic standards.
  • Convenor for various college clubs and inter and intra college events including Kerala University Kalolsavam.

Brand & Events Coordinator

The New Indian Express
Chennai
12.2020 - 03.2022
  • Developed and created content for the brand promotion and internal communication
  • Developed presentations of required concepts for pitch.
  • Competitor’s mapping – Analyzed the competitor’s position of firms, products, brand and initiatives.
  • Brainstorm ideas for brand initiatives
  • Coordinated and collaborated with the creative agency to develop creative design layouts, contents and advertising concepts.
  • Monitored pagination patterns, analyzed and ideated for website improvement.
  • Improved engagement in social media accounts.

Education

Master's Degree - Communication

MOP VAISHNAV COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, University of Madras
Chennai
04-2020

Bachelor's Degree - English & Communication Skills

ETHIRAJ COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, University of Madras
Chennai
04-2018

12th -

VIJAYANTA MODEL HR. SECONDARY SCHOOL
Chennai
03-2015

10th, CBSE -

KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA
03-2013

Skills

  • MS Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Excel
  • Google docs
  • Spreadsheets
  • Slides
  • Good verbal & written communication
  • Diligent and confident
  • Abstract thinking
  • Ability to articulate ideas
  • Proficiency in delivering lectures and presentations with effectiveness

Accomplishments

  • Coordiated and strategized for the tenth edition of ThinkEdu 2022. Biggest flagship event and eduational conclave of The New Indian Express
  • Attained Conversation course at the level of Impact Advanced M1 at the British Council, Chennai
  • Top achiever in language courses for the college semester.

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Malayalam
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Mass Media Officer

National AYUSH Mission Kerala
04.2023 - Current

Guest Lecturer

Sri Sathya Sai Arts & Science College
06.2022 - 03.2023

Brand & Events Coordinator

The New Indian Express
12.2020 - 03.2022

Master's Degree - Communication

MOP VAISHNAV COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, University of Madras

Bachelor's Degree - English & Communication Skills

ETHIRAJ COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, University of Madras

12th -

VIJAYANTA MODEL HR. SECONDARY SCHOOL

10th, CBSE -

KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA
Sanjana S Kurup