Pooja Shankar

Led research initiatives, delivering actionable insights and fostering innovation in education. Managed a diverse team, enhancing collaboration and achieving measurable improvements. Streamlined research processes, resulting in significant efficiency gains and cost savings.

Studied, analyzed, and researched cases to form application letters for visas. Structured, wrote, and formatted legal content. Edited, proofread, and formulated strategies to present future case letters.

Read and analyzed manuscripts and proposals, composing detailed reader reports. Explored and formulated lists of potential clients. Communicated effectively with authors and editors.

Performed administrative duties such as sending emails, contacting board members, and compiling databases. Edited and provided suggestions for the founder's manuscript. Managed social media sites and websites, and advertised workshops through various channels.

Researched and brainstormed ideas to develop content for a lifestyle magazine. Consistently managed the magazine's social media platforms, including websites, Twitter, and Facebook. Reported stories from live events and interacted with clients regarding publishing requirements.

Developed press lists to market the online publication. Utilized software such as Salesforce and MailChimp for marketing efforts. Assisted in social media marketing and researched ideas for content.

Completed a College Advising Program, gaining knowledge in guiding students through the college application process. Focused on strategies for effective advising and educational planning.

Undertook coursework in Literary Criticism, Classical Rhetoric, 21st Century American Literature, Gothic Literature, Research and Criticism, and American Colonial Literature. Completed a thesis titled 'Distorted Reflections: Exploring Identity Through Fragmentation in Salman Rushdie's Midnight's Children and The Satanic Verses'.

Grade: Gold Medal

Activities and societies: Honors Student with Gold Medal

Majored in Print and Digital Journalism, Television and Radio Production, PR and Advertising, and Film Production. Minored in Content Writing, Reporting and Editing, and Event Management. Graduated as an Honors Student with a Gold Medal.