Milan Oodiah

Milan Oodiah Bilingual self-starting Digital Communication Specialist that solves problems with creative solutions rather than cookie-cutter answers. Flexible continuous learner that fulfills needs as they arise and anticipates future issues in order to keep things sailing smoothly. Team player with a knack for streamlining and consolidating internal communication channels to create a more efficient work environment. Exigent when it comes to quality standards but cognizant that timeliness is often more important. -MILANOODIAH.COM LINKEDIN.COM/IN/MILAN-OODIAH - Software Adobe Illustrator Adobe Premiere OBS Studio Languages English - Native French - Native Self-started endeavors Experience Digital Communication Specialist PDSO Consulting | Mauritius | February 2017 – December 2019 Created, managed, and oversaw the digital presence of the non profit and its initiatives. Grew the non profit’s social media presence to over 9000 Facebook Likes. Designed a data-driven content calendar tweaked over time to maximize engagement. Optimized paid advertising based on events and target audiences. Created graphics and videos for social media content. Created a website to host original content. Maintained a high-quality standard over all original & third-party contractors’ creations. Managed community spaces (Facebook groups, online events, and livestreams). Social Media Assistant Eclosia Group | Mauritius | July 2016 – October 2016 Analyzed usage data of the company’s intranet to create reports. Wrote and edited website copy during the company’s rebranding. Translated company texts between English and French. Assisted the team with research needs. Communications Intern Show of Force| New York, NY | April 2015 – February 2016 Freelance content creator January 2020-Present Deepened my knowledge of video editing and graphic design. Wrote scripts for videos. Learned to use screen recording and streaming software. Writer April 2016-Present Wrote and edited a 120K word manuscript. Workshopped another writer’s novel before self-publication. Created a website to showcase my work to prospective agents. Wrote multiple short stories. Analyzed social media performance to create reports for clients & supervisors. Edited and proofread screening handouts and documents that distributed to the public. Posted content to maintain social media streams for a variety of ongoing projects. Supported the production team through thorough research. Wrote treatments based on thorough research for potential new shows. Public Relations Intern Thunder 11 | New York, NY | January 2013 – December 2013 Primary point of contact for a client, active participation with clients during meetings. Set up and attended events for clients with industry journalists. Trained new interns and new employees get to speed with company processes. Pitched journalists via email & telephone. Created and maintained internal media lists. Education Master’s Degree Columbia University School of Continuing Education | New York, NY Master in Communications Practice Graduation: February 2016 Bachelor’s Degree New York University The Steinhardt School | New York, NY Bachelor of Science with honors in Media, Culture, and Communication Graduation: May 2014