Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Projects
Timeline
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Nikita Subramaniam

Los Angeles

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Economics Tutor

Freelance
Virtual
05.2022 - Current
  • Delivered personalized one-on-one and group tutoring sessions for high school students (Grades 9–12), focusing on the IGCSE and IB Economics curriculum.
  • Designed customized practice tests and mock exams modeled after official IGCSE and IB assessment formats to help students prepare effectively for finals.
  • Developed comprehensive study guides, summaries, and homework assignments to reinforce key concepts, and improve student retention and performance.
  • Adapted teaching methods to suit varying learning styles, resulting in improved academic outcomes, and greater student confidence.

Student Worker

LMU Emergency Management
Los Angeles
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Coordinated logistics for campus safety events and emergency preparedness drills, ensuring high student engagement.
  • Managed data collection, digital logging, inventory tracking, and bookkeeping tasks with emphasis on accuracy.
  • Conducted routine monthly diagnostics of emergency response equipment and technology to verify operational readiness.
  • Collaborated with staff and partners to plan and facilitate large-scale community events on campus safety.
  • Educated LMU community on emergency protocols for earthquakes, lockdowns, and other crises as student liaison.

Front Desk Receptionist

LMU Public Safety
Los Angeles
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
  • Provided administrative support including photocopying, faxing, and filing.
  • Maintained and organized the Lost and Found system, logging and securing items, coordinating returns, and ensuring policy compliance.
  • Collected and logged operational data, supported monthly reporting, and conducted routine system and equipment checks.
  • Oversaw office inventory management, including supply tracking, restocking, and coordinating to ensure the availability of essential materials.

Volunteer

HollyShorts Film Festival
Hollywood
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Welcomed and assisted guests at the check-in counter, ensuring a smooth and professional entry process for attendees, filmmakers, and VIPs.
  • Supported on-site merchandise sales by handling transactions, organizing displays, and promoting festival-branded items.
  • Supervised film screenings to maintain an organized viewing environment, addressing audience inquiries and assisting with crowd management as needed.

Accounting Intern

ENEC
Douala, Cameroon
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Supported internal audits and contributed to the preparation of month-end financial reports, assisting in the reconciliation of accounts, and analysis of financial data.
  • Performed data entry tasks with a focus on accuracy and efficiency, helping to maintain up-to-date financial records and ledgers.
  • Participated in forecasting and budgeting discussions, contributing to the development of financial projections, and cost analysis.
  • Received hands-on training in Microsoft Excel, including functions for data analysis, pivot tables, and financial modeling, to support departmental reporting needs.

Education

BBA - Entrepreneurship

Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
05-2025

High School Diploma -

The International School Bangalore
Bangalore, India
05-2021

Skills

  • Data entry, financial reporting, and spreadsheet development (Microsoft Excel specialist)
  • Event planning and logistical coordination
  • Business Plan Development
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Customer service and community engagement
  • Creative writing
  • Inventory management

Certification

  • Microsoft Excel Specialist: Excel Associate (Office 2019) Certificate
  • Shopify Academy: 'Expanding Your Shopify Business Internationally' Course Certificate
  • Shopify Academy: 'Selling Shopify Fundamentals' Course Certificate
  • UCLA Summer Program: 'Game Changers in Modern Business' Certificate
  • University of Edinburgh Marketing Course (Online) - Certificate of Achievement

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Professional
French
Professional

Projects

Leader, Global Warming Awareness Project — Funded by ENEC Cameroon
(January 2017 – January 2021)

  • Led a long-term environmental sustainability initiative aimed at planting over 100 tree saplings on government-allocated land in Douala, Cameroon
  • Coordinated efforts between local government representatives, environmental officials, and volunteers to secure permissions, plan logistics, and execute the project
  • Oversaw fundraising efforts and managed budget allocation to support project operations and community engagement.
    Directed all written and verbal communication, including proposals, government correspondence, and public outreach
  • Earned formal recognition from local government authorities for successfully execution

Co-Founder, Bangalore Finds – Online Thrift Store, Bangalore, India
(February 2020 – August 2021)

  • Launched a social entrepreneurial venture aimed at combating the environmental impact of fast fashion by promoting sustainable shopping through second-hand product sales and conscious marketing.
  • Led marketing strategy development, including pricing models and distribution planning, to drive traffic and sales via social media platforms.
  • Created and maintained detailed inventory sheets and managed financial records, ensuring accuracy in budgeting, sales tracking, and profit reporting.
  • Designed, scheduled, and categorized visually cohesive social media content to engage a growing audience and build brand identity.
  • Oversaw packaging, order fulfillment, and direct-to-customer delivery logistics while managing customer inquiries and maintaining high service standards.

Timeline

Volunteer

HollyShorts Film Festival
08.2023 - 08.2023

Student Worker

LMU Emergency Management
07.2023 - 01.2024

Front Desk Receptionist

LMU Public Safety
10.2022 - 09.2023

Economics Tutor

Freelance
05.2022 - Current

Accounting Intern

ENEC
05.2021 - 08.2021

BBA - Entrepreneurship

Loyola Marymount University

High School Diploma -

The International School Bangalore
Nikita Subramaniam