T. K. Rohit
Senior Manager, Corporate Communication
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Communication and Media Professional with a solid track record of leading and executing strategic communication initiatives. Proven expertise in corporate communication, content creation, and brand enhancement. Seeking to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to a dynamic organization's communication success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Corporate Communication
Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation Ltd
Chennai
10.2022 - Current
- Led the Communications team and reported to the Vice President - Corporate Affairs.
- Collaborated closely with senior leadership to develop long-term communication and CSR plans.
- Set up a YouTube channel to drive the company's marketing strategy.
- Managed the collation, editing, and publication of the internal magazine, leading a redesign and revamped content.
- Strategized content for the company's social media pages handled by an external agency.
- Successfully negotiated improved terms with an external service providers.
Senior Assistant Editor
The Hindu
Chennai
06.2015 - 09.2022
- Established and managed the digital platform "thREAD," focusing on diverse perspectives and long-form narratives.
- Authored several long-form articles, including coverage of multiple elections, environment, space, defence and archaeology.
- Delivered content to broad audience by simplifying complex information.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Covered special events and breaking news with an eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
- Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
- Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Completed a one-month Defence Correspondents Course and a workshop on 'Slow Journalism.'
Correspondent
Thomson Reuters
Bengaluru
04.2013 - 05.2015
- Reported on U.S. aviation, auto, education, logistics, travel, leisure, and transport companies listed on U.S stock markets
- Conducted interviews with top management and reporterd extensively on the U.S. earnings seasons
- Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
- Interviewed sources and developed relationships with informants to obtain vital information for stories.
Principal Correspondent
Bloomberg UTV
Chennai
08.2010 - 10.2011
- Led the Tamil Nadu bureau and produced business news series and exclusive interviews
- Covered political developments and managed administrative tasks.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
- Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.
Senior Correspondent
The Times of India
Chennai
04.2008 - 08.2010
- Contributed to the launch edition of the newspaper and reported on various sectors, including IT, telecom, shipping, leather among others
- Covered the Indian Space Research Organisation and wrote exclusive stories on India's nuclear program.
Reporter
Press Trust of India
Chennai
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Managed multiple assignments under tight deadlines and reported on breaking news events.
- Received widespread acclaim for comprehensive coverage of the USS Nimitz's visit to India.
- Attended press conferences, court hearings and special events to stay conversant with current news.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and other breaking news stories.
Trainee Correspondent
Deccan Chronicle
Chennai
08.2005 - 01.2006
Education
M.A - International Relations
University of York
York, United Kingdom 10.2011 - 2012.10
Post Graduate Diploma - Media Presentation
Loyola College
Chennai, India 08.2004 - 2005.04
B.A. - Corporate Secretaryship
Loyola College
Chennai, India 06.2001 - 2004.04
Skills
Content Development
Accomplishments
- Certifications:- Foundations of Project Management - Google; Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project - Google; Generative AI for Digital Marketers - LinkedIn; How to Research and Write Using Generative AI Tools - LinkedIn
- Skills:- Corporate Communication- Content Creation- Strategic Planning- Leadership- Brand Management- Digital and Social Media- Project Management- Journalism- Media Relations- Public Relations- Brand Development- Negotiation- Research and Analysis- Team Leadership- Cross-Functional Collaboration- Creative Thinking- SEO Techniques- Editorial Coordination- Communication Strategy- Crisis Communication
Timeline
Senior Manager, Corporate Communication
Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation Ltd
10.2022 - Current
Senior Assistant Editor
The Hindu
06.2015 - 09.2022
Correspondent
Thomson Reuters
04.2013 - 05.2015
M.A - International Relations
University of York
10.2011 - 2012.10
Principal Correspondent
Bloomberg UTV
08.2010 - 10.2011
Senior Correspondent
The Times of India
04.2008 - 08.2010
Reporter
Press Trust of India
01.2006 - 03.2008
Trainee Correspondent
Deccan Chronicle
08.2005 - 01.2006
Post Graduate Diploma - Media Presentation
Loyola College
08.2004 - 2005.04
B.A. - Corporate Secretaryship
Loyola College
06.2001 - 2004.04
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