ARYA KURUVANAMCHERY
Sheffield,South Yorkshire
Summary
Dynamic and expressive media graduate with a deep-rooted passion for South Asian music, singing, radio, and storytelling. A confident communicator, vocalist, and content creator with hands-on experience in podcasting, radio production, and performance. From curating playlists to creating full radio shows during postgraduate studies, I bring creativity, curiosity, and an instinct for connecting with audiences. BBC Asian Network represents my dream platform – a place where my voice, culture, and ideas truly belong.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Independent Music & Culture Content Creator
Personal Projects
2019.01 - 2025.07
- Curate playlists themed around moods, cultural moments, and Desi classics
- Create short-form content with singing, ukulele, and humour
- Engage with South Asian culture through relatable audio-visual storytelling
Radio Programme Creator
Sheffield Hallam University
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Created original radio shows using professional production tools (Adobe Audition)
- Contributed in roles such as presenter, producer, and scriptwriter
- Recorded interviews, performed voiceovers, and managed audio editing
Podcast Producer & Host
Sheffield Hallam University
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Developed and produced a full podcast series as part of MA in Multimedia Journalism
- Wrote, hosted, and edited episodes focused on identity, Desi youth culture, and music
- Created social visuals and promoted episodes using audio clips and reels
Education
MA - Multimedia Journalism
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 2023.01 - 2024.01
BA - Mass Communication and Journalism
St. Joseph's College (Autonomous)
Calicut, Kerala 2019.06 - 2022.04
Skills
- South Asian Music Passion
- Vocal & Audio Talent
- Radio & Podcast Production
- Instrumental Creativity
- Digital & Social Media
- Cultural Storytelling
- Team Collaboration
- Multimedia content creation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Radio Programme Creator
Sheffield Hallam University
2023.01 - 2024.01
Podcast Producer & Host
Sheffield Hallam University
2023.01 - 2024.01
MA - Multimedia Journalism
Sheffield Hallam University
2023.01 - 2024.01
BA - Mass Communication and Journalism
St. Joseph's College (Autonomous)
2019.06 - 2022.04
Independent Music & Culture Content Creator
Personal Projects
2019.01 - 2025.07