Rithika Raghu
Journalist
Dubai, Sheffield
Summary
Professional writer with a strong track record of writing excellent content. Capable of working in an office environment or remotely with multidisciplinary teams to produce high-quality copy to exceed clients' expectations. Deadline-driven and motivated self-starter. Educational and work history of producing engaging content for social media marketing.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Content Writer
HiDubai, Tejuri Com LLC
Dubai
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducted research on content that connects with the business audience, improves content visibility and search rankings
- Fact-checked to provide accurate and well-informed content
- Complying to satisfying the SEO topics assigned weekly
- Liaised and interviewed business clients or entrepreneurs in collaboration with the Videography team to create visual and written pieces that increased user engagement and drove clicks
- Developed and maintained a content calendar to ensure the timely delivery of content in order to meet deadlines and targets
Procurement and Logistics Intern
Emirates Airlines
Dubai
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Served an executive work placement in the Procurement and Logistics department, engaging and interacting with the executive leadership team
- Worked with various internal and external entities such as Cargo and Ground handling, Human Resources, Dnata and Finance
- Supported procurement of cargo by actively liaising with outstations and vendors and preparing addendums for the finalisation of deals
- Assisted in the end-to-end RFT process, tracking and maintaining the internal inventory database, and preparing presentations for senior managers
Student Volunteer
MagCulture 2021
London
11.2021 - 11.2021
- Coordinated with arena staff and outside vendors to facilitate the inauguration of the indie magazine launch event
- Warmly welcomed and manually checked in 100-150 guests and 10-15 speakers, ensured Covid guidelines were observed and directed them to their destination
- Meticulously handled the novelty shop cashier to ensure seamless and accurate cashflow
News Desk Intern
The Sun (NewsUK)
London
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with the reporting team on a weekly basis as part of the news desk
- Evaluated and analysed social media and entertainment trends to pitch articles, and develop news stories where relevant
- Fact-checked stories to ensure the superior and accurate quality of news
- Facilitated and expedited the delivery of stories by gathering primary data to create drafts
- Researched, developed and articulated 5-6 stories over a five hour workday
Education
Master of Arts - Journalism
09/2023 -
NCTJ - Journalism
Dubai - Media, Journalism and Publishing
09/2020 - 09/2022
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Media
09/2019 - 07/2020
All Indian Senior School Certificate - Commerce
- 76% in Business Studies
- 90% in Fashion Studies
- Member of the Senior Girls Art Committee
- Writer for Lighthouse, the student magazine
- Marketer and promotional content creator for Fortnight Delight, a charity meal initiative
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop proficiency
- Adobe Premiere Pro proficiency
- Video Production
- Microsoft Excel experience
- Story Development
- Interviewing
- Feature Writing
- Digital Communications & Social Media Marketing
- Copywriting
- Search Engine Optimisation
- WordPress
- IELTS bandscore 85
Accomplishments
- Served as a delegate for Incredible India, the national tourism program
- Promoted Uttar Pradesh tourism, at the Arabian Travel Market 2023 and Kerala Tourism at the Arabian Travel Market 2019
- Provided customer service to clients
- Participated in brand promotion, while also engaging with clients to promote awareness of the cultural and geographical heritage of India
- As a representative of Incredible India, provided attentive and professional customer service
- Collaborated with the staff of Incredible India to assist prospective clients, amplifying interest in tourism and propagating culture
Timeline
Content Writer - HiDubai, Tejuri Com LLC
05.2023 - 08.2024
Procurement and Logistics Intern - Emirates Airlines
10.2022 - 01.2023
News Desk Intern - The Sun (NewsUK)
04.2022 - 07.2024
Student Volunteer - MagCulture 2021
11.2021 - 11.2021
University of Sheffield - Master of Arts, Journalism
09/2023 -
University of Sheffield| - NCTJ, Journalism
Oxford Brookes University - Dubai, Media, Journalism and Publishing
09/2020 - 09/2022
De Montfort University - Bachelor of Arts, Journalism and Media
09/2019 - 07/2020
The Indian High School - All Indian Senior School Certificate , Commerce
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