GSGovindan Saravanan
@govindansaravanan
Experienced Media Specialist with 20 years of experience in media analysis and reporting.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
As a seasoned Media Specialist with over 20 years of experience, I have honed my skills in media analysis, reporting, and linguistics. My expertise lies in monitoring and analyzing open-source reports related to politics, economy, military, technology, and counter-terrorism efforts from print, online, and social media.
Throughout my career, I have worked with esteemed organizations such as the US-based Pangea Group International, the Embassy of the United States of America, and various media outlets. My area of responsibility has been the Tamil and English language media landscape from South India and Sri Lanka.
I hold a Master's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, a Bachelor of Law, and a Bachelor of Arts in History. Additionally, I possess technical qualifications in Information Systems Management and Hardware and Networking.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Media Specialist
Pangea Group International
Sep 2019 - Jul 2022 (2 years 10 months)
Monitored and analyzed open source reports related to political, economy, military, technology, green energy, fossil fuel, AI and counter-terrorism efforts from print, online and social media for US-based customers.
Media Specialist
Embassy of the United States of America
Dec 2016 - Sep 2019 (2 years 9 months)
Analyzed reports/articles from Sri Lankan and South India related to politics, economy, defense, healthcare, IT and energy developments from print, online and social media and updated the US Government accordingly in summarized reports.
Special Correspondent
Port Wings Maritime Newspaper
Jun 2014 - Nov 2016 (2 years 5 months)
Worked on a maritime sector-based business magazine, published from Chennai in Tamil Nadu with focus on growth of seaborne trade.
Senior Reporter
Sagar Sandesh Maritime Weekly
Apr 2012 - Jun 2014 (2 years 2 months)
Worked on a business magazine, published from Madurai, Tamil Nadu with special focus on maritime education, trade and movement of ocean freight.
Senior Reporter
The New Indian Express
Jan 2008 - Apr 2012 (4 years 3 months)
Covered regional politics, South Indian economy, Port & Logistics sector, Trade bodies, Indian Coast Guard, Indian Navy and Maritime-related areas as specialized beats.
Staff Reporter
News Today
Nov 2004 - Jan 2008 (3 years 2 months)
Covered activities of civic bodies, business and political beats.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Madurai Kamaraj University
Master of Arts, Journalism and Mass Communication
Completed a Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication, focusing on the principles and practices of journalism, media ethics, and communication strategies.
Anantha College of Law
Bachelor of Law, Law
Earned a Bachelor of Law degree, which provided a comprehensive understanding of legal principles, practices, and the Indian legal system.
Jawaharlal Nehru Raajkeeya Mahavidyalaya
Bachelor of Arts, History
Obtained a Bachelor of Arts in History, studying various historical periods, events, and their impacts on contemporary society.
APTECH Computers
Diploma, Information Systems Management
Completed a Diploma in Information Systems Management, focusing on computer systems, software applications, and information management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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