Annika Parekh
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and an all around team player.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Newspaper Columnist
Upper Merion High School - Viking Call
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Regularly contributed op-ed pieces on pertinent issues, providing readers with valuable commentary and analysis from an expert perspective.
- Enhanced newspaper''s reputation for quality journalism through consistent delivery of well-researched and engaging articles.
- Kept detailed schedule of column deadlines.
- Assisted editing team in column layout.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
Sports Videographer
Upper Merion High School - Viking Channel
03.2020 - 03.2024
- Provided technical support during live streaming events, ensuring seamless broadcast quality for viewers at home.
- Developed strong relationships with coaches, athletes, and support staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Promoted a culture of excellence within the team by setting high standards for video quality and production values in all projects undertaken.
- Optimized game day experience, filming from various angles to provide comprehensive coverage for analysis.
- Increased team visibility and fan engagement with well-produced highlight reels shared across social media platforms.
- Synchronized audio tracks with video footage accurately during post-production phase to create a seamless viewing experience.
- Assisted in marketing efforts by creating promotional materials featuring team highlights and achievements.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather, and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Supported all aspects of creative production process, from ideation through distribution.
- Adjusted focus, zoom and aperture to obtain desired shot effects.
- Composed shots according to director specifications and instructions.
Volunteer
Cancer Kids First
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Yearbook Staff Member
Upper Merion High School
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Streamlined the editing process by creating efficient workflows and implementing clear communication channels among team members.
- Facilitated strong relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure high-quality materials for optimal printing results.
- Implemented meticulous proofreading protocols to eliminate errors in text, images, and layout before final publication.
- Developed comprehensive style guides to maintain consistency across all pages of the yearbook while allowing room for individual creativity from contributors.
- Managed deadlines effectively by setting clear milestones and monitoring progress throughout the production timeline.
- Arranged yearbook to cover different aspects of school life.
Education
Bachelors - Undecided Business
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.2028
High School Diploma -
Upper Merion Area High School
King Of Prussia, PA06.2024
Timeline
Volunteer
Cancer Kids First
03.2022 - 08.2023
Newspaper Columnist
Upper Merion High School - Viking Call
03.2021 - 03.2024
Yearbook Staff Member
Upper Merion High School
08.2020 - 08.2023
Sports Videographer
Upper Merion High School - Viking Channel
03.2020 - 03.2024
Bachelors - Undecided Business
Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
Upper Merion Area High School
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