Shanthini Kamaraj

Chennai, TN

Summary

I bring the soft skills of communication, collaboration, and problem-solving honed as a Production Editor, combined with the technical foundation I’m building through the Google Cybersecurity Certificate, Generative AI certification, and a Software Product Management specialization. Curious and adaptable, I’m open to exploring opportunities across product, software, security, and AI—driven by a passion for learning and creating meaningful solutions.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Production Editor

Kriyadocs

Chennai

11.2024 - Current

Manage project timelines and deadlines for multiple editing assignments, ensuring on-time delivery.
Conduct quality control checks on all proofs prior to final book release to maintain accuracy and consistency.
Engage in problem-solving activities to resolve production issues and minimize delays.
Research emerging technologies in book production to stay updated on industry trends and innovations.
Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to ensure cohesive brand messaging and streamlined workflows.

Senior Production Editor

Straive

Chennai

02.2020 - 10.2024

Acted as the primary liaison for international clients, building strong relationships and ensuring smooth communication across project lifecycles.
Planned and delivered 100+ concurrent projects with precision, demonstrating advanced multitasking, prioritization, and organizational abilities.
Oversaw end-to-end contract management (creation, amendments, terminations, payment processing), ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Delivered clear and persuasive presentations, strengthening client engagement and driving alignment on project goals.
Maintained consistent quality standards, meeting delivery expectations without client escalations, reflecting strong attention to detail and accountability.
Collaborated cross-functionally to streamline workflows, bridging technical and non-technical stakeholders to meet deadlines efficiently.

System Engineer in Operations

Agnikul Cosmos

Chennai

12.2018 - 10.2019

Applied Scrum tools and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline project lifecycles, ensuring on-time delivery and driving continuous improvement.
Led the design and rollout of new systems and processes, significantly improving operational efficiency and team productivity.
Coordinated activities across multiple teams, fostering cross-department collaboration, synergy, and clear communication.
Managed company-wide inventory operations, optimizing stock levels and ensuring uninterrupted supply for business continuity.

Executive-Production Editor

Newgen Knowledge Works

Chennai

07.2017 - 12.2018

Collaborated within a pilot project team to deliver publishing services for Oxford University Press, ensuring successful execution and timely delivery of high-quality content.
Proofread, edited, and validated final manuscripts to align with Associated Press and internal style standards, demonstrating strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Contributed to process improvements by ensuring consistency, compliance, and quality across all deliverables.

Education

Software Product Management - Specialization

University Of Alberta (Online) - Ongoing

LLM Application Engineering And Development

Coursera (Online) - Ongoing

How To Create A Jira SCRUM Project

Coursera Project Network (Online)

Generative AI Foundations Certificate

UpGrad (Online)

Foundations of Cybersecurity