Chandra Kala
@chandrakala
I create AI-powered multilingual news and digital content across five languages.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I run Digital Waves News, publishing multilingual news and web stories in Kannada, English, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi while managing content strategy and audience engagement across LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and YouTube.
Previously, I managed end-to-end scheduling and programming for Colors Kannada HD at Viacom18, coordinating Fixed Program Charts, commercial timings, sponsorship entitlements, on-air presentation, promo inventory, EPG updates, and TRAI compliance. I also handled live news bulletins, PCR operations, scripts, headlines, AVs, AVBs, and PKGs at News18 Kannada, ETV Kannada, and Doordarshan.
I combine 17+ years in broadcast journalism, research, and digital publishing with AI tools including ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Canva AI, and OpenAI to create news articles, brand content, press releases, YouTube scripts, and digital storytelling projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Media Professional
Digital Waves News
Independently runs Digital Waves News, a multilingual news site publishing Kannada, English, and Telugu articles regularly, along with monthly Tamil and Hindi news updates, managing strategy, content, and audience engagement across LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and YouTube, including occasional web stories.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bangalore University
Master of Arts, Sociology
Pursued a Master of Arts in Sociology, gaining a strong foundation in social research and analysis.
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
Post Graduate Diploma, Journalism
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism, developing skills in reporting, editing, and media production.
Digital Kora
Diploma, Digital Marketing
Earned a Diploma in Advanced Digital Marketing, covering SEO, social media, and content strategy.
IBM
Certificate, Artificial Intelligence
Completed the 'AI for Everyone: Master the Basics' course on Coursera, gaining foundational knowledge of artificial intelligence.
Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India
Certification, Insurance
Obtained IRDAI certification, demonstrating knowledge of insurance regulations and practices.
VTPC
Certification, International Trade
Earned an Import & Export Certification, covering international trade procedures and documentation.
Availability
Location
IndiaAuthorized to work in
Website
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