Hi, I’m
Anandi Ganguly
Sydney,Australia
Summary
I am an enthusiastic and curious 3rd year university student with a strong interest in economics, finance, international relations, human rights, and film. Known for being an observant and sociable individual with a genuine thirst for knowledge. Eager to learn and engage in opportunities that broaden horizons and contribute to personal and professional growth.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Blitz, UNSW
Editor
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Developed publication website, blogs, social media presence and all podcast related content for Blitz magazine at Arc, UNSW
- Responsible for volunteer management & student engagement
- Coordinated active collaborations with Sydney Film Festival and Sydney Writers’ Festival
- Increased readership through strategic content planning and audience engagement techniques.
- Optimized online presence by implementing SEO best practices in articles and website design elements.
- Oversaw, trained and developed writers and associates, assistants and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work.
The Diplomacy Training Program
Intern
06.2024 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Coordinated advocacy campaigns that resulted in tangible advancements toward achieving equal access to basic services for vulnerable populations.
- Promoted human rights awareness by preparing informative workshops and seminars.
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with partners, colleagues, and supervisors.
Women In Politics Society, UNSW
Socials Director
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Create, run and manage events for the society
- Organized a fundraiser for Palestinian families and raised $3K
- Collaborated with other department heads to integrate social programming with overall club objectives.
UNSW Women's Collective, Sydney
Events Officer, 2023 - Present
01.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Planning, arranging & advertising social events and seminars for the UNSW Women's Collective
- Managed all event logistics, ensuring seamless execution and positive guest experiences.
Girl Up Umang, India
Founder & President
01.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Founded club GIRL UP UMANG, a UN Foundation initiative to improve lives of underprivileged adolescent girls in developing countries
- Assembled virtual concerts and online fund-raisers to raise money for various causes like UNICEF Yemen Crisis Fund, SNEHA (support for victims of domestic abuse), Volde (Food Distribution Drive for daily wage earners in the pandemic) etc
SYDNEY FILM FESTIVAL
Volunteer
01.2023 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Controlled queue and crowd management, ticket scanning, distributing programs, greeting patrons, providing Festival information, assisting with special events and runners
NUTS, UNSW
Actor
01.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Played one of the lead roles in the NUTS production of Unwritten, Much Ado About Nothing and other plays.
The Lookout, Elizabeth Bay
Waitress
01.2022 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Employed as a Waitress, front of house management and dish hand at a busy cafe in Elizabeth Bay
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
ARC Wellness Warriors, UNSW
Volunteer
01.2022 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Advocating for mental health and organizing activities catered to student wellbeing
VIVID, Sydney
Volunteer
01.2022 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Volunteered in Vivid Sydney in 2022 as a wayfinding assistant, front house usher and installation assistant
UNSW Village, Sydney
Model
01.2022 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Modelled for photoshoots taken by UNSW Village for promotional activities and advertisements
Reflections Magazine, India
Content Writer
01.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Content writer and Reviewer at Reflections Magazine.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Experienced in writing articles, opinion pieces and reviews.
KWHS Wharton Investment Competition, Wharton Business School, USA
Chief Strategist
01.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Participated and performed as the Chief Strategist in the KWHS Wharton Investment Competition organized by Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania
- Formed own macro-model and strategy to invest 100,000 USD (virtual cash) in 12+ countries, 7 sectors and 2000+ stocks for a prospective client
- Provided actionable insights based on data-driven analysis, enabling informed decision-making across all levels of the organization.
Education
University of New South Wales, Sydney
Bachelor of Economics & Arts
01.2025
Amity International School, Noida, India- High School
01.2021
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Creative Writing
- Stata
- MS Office- Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- Canva
- Prezi
- Hospitality
- Theatre
- Debating
- TikTok & Social Media Engagement
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Adobe Photoshop
- Modelling
- Brand Awareness
- Team Management and Leadership
- Understanding of budgeting
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Excellent Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Analytical Skills
- Macroeconomics Knowledge
- Strong Research
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/15/03
Certification
- Service New South Wales Working with Children Check
- Oxford Global Model United Nations (University of Oxford), United Kingdom, 2019- Best Delegate
- Amity International Model UN, India, 2020- Vice Chairperson
- National Science Colloquium Debate, India, 2018- 2nd Place
- AYF International 24 Hours Filmmaking Challenge, India 2020- 2nd Place
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Sanskrit
Limited Working
Timeline
Intern
The Diplomacy Training Program
06.2024 - 08.2024
Socials Director
Women In Politics Society, UNSW
01.2024 - Current
Editor
Blitz, UNSW
01.2023 - Current
Volunteer
SYDNEY FILM FESTIVAL
01.2023 - 01.2023
Events Officer, 2023 - Present
UNSW Women's Collective, Sydney
01.2022 - 01.2023
Actor
NUTS, UNSW
01.2022 - 01.2023
Waitress
The Lookout, Elizabeth Bay
01.2022 - 01.2022
Volunteer
ARC Wellness Warriors, UNSW
01.2022 - 01.2022
Volunteer
VIVID, Sydney
01.2022 - 01.2022
Model
UNSW Village, Sydney
01.2022 - 01.2022
Founder & President
Girl Up Umang, India
01.2020 - 01.2021
Content Writer
Reflections Magazine, India
01.2020 - 01.2021
Chief Strategist
KWHS Wharton Investment Competition, Wharton Business School, USA
01.2019 - 01.2020
University of New South Wales, Sydney
Bachelor of Economics & Arts
Amity International School, Noida, India- High School
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