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Toral Contractor
Creative Producer
Dombivli
Summary
An experienced media professional exploring storytelling through digital content, audio-visual production, social media and design to inform, engage and inspire.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
2
Certifications
Work History
Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development
Trainee
09.2024 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Got Selected in top 12 out of 112 participants for this prestigious initiative aimed at strengthening women's presence in sports media.
- Trained in sports journalism, digital storytelling and broadcasting under industry mentors.
- Gained insights into content strategies for sports audiences and live event coverage.
Blackmango Productions
Research & Creative Executive
07.2022 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Responsible for developing research-driven ideas, providing in-depth background material, identifying potential interviewees for podcasts and documentaries, supporting seamless production workflows, and contributing voice-overs and jingles-ensuring the end-to-end execution of high-quality audio-visual content.
- Clients: Leica - Glimmer, CGTN, Pique Action, Sula Vineyards, PayU Inc and more.
Entertainment Network India Ltd
Consultant Voice Over Artist
09.2021 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Provided voice-over services and script assistance for various podcast stories on the Mirchi Plus app, enhancing user experience with engaging audio content.
Red FM 95
Assistant Producer / OB Jock
04.2017 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Led the end-to-end production of the morning show - handling ideation, research, scripting, recording, editing and conducting interviews on daily basis.
- Ensured smooth on-air execution by monitoring content quality and coordinating show-specific events, campaigns and on-ground activations.
- Produced audiovisual content, managed camera operations and video editing and secured necessary permissions from officials for RJ - led social media content.
- Hosted live radio segments, engaged audiences during outdoor events and lent my voice to commercials and jingles - effectively managing the entire radio production process from concept to execution.
Radio City 91.1 FM
Programming Trainee
11.2015 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Contributed to the daily planning, ideation and research for Morning, Mid-Morning and Evening shows.
- Hosted Mid-Morning and Evening shows as an RJ and provided voice-overs for numerous ad spots, promos, tags and jingles.
- Hosted live IPL and World Cup cricket matches on-air as an RJ for three months, engaging listeners and providing sports updates.
- Managed technical operations, music programming, on-ground events, OBs and interviews, demonstrating strong multitasking skills in a comprehensive role at the radio station.
All India Radio 93.9 MHz
Broadcast Assistant
08.2015 - 10.2015
Job overview
- Managed technical operations for the station and produced podcast shows for Yuvvani.
- Roles included ideation, scripting, recording, editing and producing the entire audio show.
Times of India
Summer Intern
06.2015 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Gained experience in both the Editorial and Marketing departments.
- Assisted with content creation and editorial tasks, while also observing and contributing to marketing and sales initiatives.
Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM
Programming Trainee
03.2015 - 05.2015
Job overview
- News and content research, voiceovers, competition tracking, audio editing, music management, organising and coordinating events.
Education
Xavier Institute of Communication
Post Graduate Diploma from Journalism and Mass Communication
01.2020 - 01.2021
University Overview
M.S. University of Baroda
Master from Communication Studies
01.2013 - 01.2015
University Overview
M.S. University of Baroda
Bachelor of Business Administration from Commerce
01.2009 - 01.2012
University Overview
Skills
Video Editing: Premiere Pro
Audio Editing: Audition
Audio & Video Editing: Sony Vegas
Design Tools: Photoshop
Design Tools: Illustrator
Design Tools: InDesign
Public speaking
Visual storytelling
Strategic planning
Creative direction
Campaign execution
Storytelling skills
Certification
Producing Podcasts
Work Links
Work Links
- Digital Content Plan (WINS Program, 2024), https://drive.google.com/file/d/17nf7copK_JlkwQep5eZquTGI0alqo4Gw/view?usp=sharing
- Radio Shows, Podcasts, Voice Overs and Audio - Video Content, https://linktr.ee/toralcontractor59
- Designing (XIC, Mumbai), https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hJacsNzhPJLGwLo2APSjTDlM7OpCQ_PT/view?usp=drive_link
- Additional Design Work, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aV8sUdpq-AdCUshm1sLAsTojoTvrLiND/view?usp=sharing
Timeline
Trainee
Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development
09.2024 - 01.2025
Research & Creative Executive
Blackmango Productions
07.2022 - 12.2024
Consultant Voice Over Artist
Entertainment Network India Ltd
09.2021 - 05.2022
Xavier Institute of Communication
Post Graduate Diploma from Journalism and Mass Communication
01.2020 - 01.2021
Assistant Producer / OB Jock
Red FM 95
04.2017 - 03.2019
Programming Trainee
Radio City 91.1 FM
11.2015 - 02.2017
Broadcast Assistant
All India Radio 93.9 MHz
08.2015 - 10.2015
Summer Intern
Times of India
06.2015 - 06.2015
Programming Trainee
Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM
03.2015 - 05.2015
M.S. University of Baroda
Master from Communication Studies
01.2013 - 01.2015
M.S. University of Baroda
Bachelor of Business Administration from Commerce
01.2009 - 01.2012