Hi, I’m
Keerthiga Vijayapalan
Tottenham,ON
Summary
Motivated individual with communications expertise and willingness to take on challenging roles. Tech-savvy and well-versed in research, writing and editing wide range of content. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Screen RantToronto, ON
News Writer
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Published multiple writing assignments within stated timelines.
- Developed and pursued stories independently, covering range of topics and events.
- Worked closely with editors to plan and produce compelling content.
- Reviewed copy and corrected errors in content, grammar and punctuation by following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
The Urban WriterToronto, ON
Editor
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Managed multiple writing and editing assignments within stated timelines.
- Worked closely with clients and writers to plan and produce compelling content.
- Update existing print products and develop new products.
- Confirmed documents conform to client-specific style, tone and document layout standards.
680NEWS, Rogers CommunicationsToronto, ON
Intern
01.2020 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Assisted in routine research, investigations and special projects to support work of assigned department.
- Supported various program activities, assisting with administrative tasks.
- Wrote news copy, reports and segments in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
EMERGE MagazineToronto, ON
Copyeditor/Content Writer
01.2020 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to 30+ assignments to produce best possible content.
- Worked closely with writing team and senior creative staff to achieve shared vision.
- Brainstormed, researched and contributed content ideas that appealed to target audience.
Forever 21Vaughan, ON
Sales Associate
05.2016 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Education
University of Guelph
Bachelor of Applied Arts from Media Studies
06.2020
University Overview
- Major in journalism
Humber College (Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning)
Diploma from Media Communications, Journalism
06.2020
Skills
- Media Operations Understanding
- Tech-Savvy
- Detail-Oriented
- Canadian Press Style
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Social Media
- Language and Tone Customization
Timeline
News Writer
Screen Rant
02.2023 - Current
Editor
The Urban Writer
02.2022 - Current
Intern
680NEWS, Rogers Communications
01.2020 - 03.2020
Copyeditor/Content Writer
EMERGE Magazine
01.2020 - 03.2020
Sales Associate
Forever 21
05.2016 - 07.2018
University of Guelph
Bachelor of Applied Arts from Media Studies
Humber College (Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning)
Diploma from Media Communications, Journalism
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