Vishakha Gadhari
Visiting Faculty | Creative Communications Specialist Branding Coach | Workshop Facilitato| Educator|Poet
Summary
Award-winning Marathi poet, published author, and visiting faculty with over 5 years of diverse experience in advertising, media, and education. Trained more than 300 students in copywriting, branding, and creative communication through lectures and workshops. Combines storytelling pedagogy with strategic insight to build future-ready professionals in creative communication fields. Recipient of the Yuva Puraskar 2023 by the Government of India.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Visiting Faculty
Dr. D.Y.Patil School of Design
- Designed and delivered modules on Creative Writing, Branding and Campaign Strategy.
- Introduced applied learning through live briefs, case studies, and interactive session.
Guest Lecturer
Mumbai University Affiliated Collages
- Delivered session at MCC collage (Mulund), Ramnarain Ruia Collage ( Matunga) , Dnyansadhana Collage ( Thane).
- Topics included Branding, Creative Writing Techniques, and Campaign Planning.
Workshop Facilitator
Maharashtra Times
- Designed and led workshops on :
- Copywriting for Beginners
- Photography for mindfulness
- Branding
- Focused on experiential learning and practical application.
Invited Speaker
S.P. Collage
- Delivered a live session on '' Career Path in Marathi Writing & the Entertainment Industry.''
Social Media Associate
Hiten Sethi & Associates
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Crafted a brand strategy that increased page reach by 52%.
- Developed content strategy reflecting architectural storytelling.
Sr. Associate – Digital Strategy
Everymedia Technologies
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Led digital publicity for films/web series including national award-winning titles.
- Managed communication strategy for Bhansali Productions, Marathi OTT platforms.
Copywriter & Campaign Planner
Visual Junkies
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Conceptualized and executed campaigns for 30+ Marathi films.
- Integrated audience research into storytelling campaigns.
Creative Writer & Visualiser
Yadnya Brandscapes Pvt. Ltd.
02.2020 - 02.2021
- FMCG Marketing Campaigns
- Handled 10+ FMCG brands
Education
MBA - Marketing
NMIMS
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Marathi Literature
Mumbai University
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Film, Television & New Media Production
Mumbai University
Multai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Academic Interests
- Creative Writing
- Branding & Digital Communication
- Media & Culture
- Storytelling
- Visual Culture
Awards Recognition
- Yuva Puraskar 2023, Government of India (Sahitya Akademi)
- Winner, Ga. Ka. Fanase State-Level Elocution Competition
- Multiple awards, in state and intercollegiate speech and storytelling contests (2017–2020)
Academic Pedagogical Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Storytelling Pedagogy
- Workshop Facilitation
- Student Mentorship
- Content Strategy for Educational Platforms
- Digital Tools: Canva, Notion, Premiere Pro, Facebook Ads, SEO
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/11/95
- Nationality: Indian
Publications
- Book, 'स्वतःला स्वतःहून उभं करताना', 2023, Yuva Puraskar-winning poetry collection.
- Column, Lens-Katha, Sakal Newspaper, Essays on legendary photographers and their visual narratives.
- Articles, Contributed to Akshargandh, Book Hangama, Milun Saryajani, Vaghur, Ranangan, and other literary magazines.
- Translation Work, Marathi translator for Discovery India (2019).
Research
Analyzing Marketing Campaigns of Regional Films for their Theatrical Release: A Multi-case Perspective from Marathi Cinema, MBA Thesis, 2022
Timeline
Social Media Associate
Hiten Sethi & Associates
12.2023 - 02.2025
Sr. Associate – Digital Strategy
Everymedia Technologies
08.2022 - 04.2023
Copywriter & Campaign Planner
Visual Junkies
03.2021 - 07.2022
Creative Writer & Visualiser
Yadnya Brandscapes Pvt. Ltd.
02.2020 - 02.2021
MBA - Marketing
NMIMS
04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Marathi Literature
Mumbai University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Film, Television & New Media Production
Mumbai University
04.2001 -
Visiting Faculty
Dr. D.Y.Patil School of Design
Guest Lecturer
Mumbai University Affiliated Collages
Workshop Facilitator
Maharashtra Times
Invited Speaker
S.P. Collage
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