SYED MANZOOR IRFAN
Communications Specialist
Bengaluru, India 560043
www.linkedin.com/in/syedirfan
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Professional Communications Consultant with 16+ years of experience in devising successful media
strategies and orchestrating special events. Meticulous in managing and carrying out PR, Marketing
and Corporate Communication strategies which have shown results right from the first quarter of
engagement. Collaborating and driving teams have been a passion and not just a KPI. Understanding
the requirements of top executives and effective storytelling skills have helped in building 100+ IT
brands.
Skills
Public Relations
Content writing
Creative Thinking
Leadership
Corporate Communications
Problem-solving abilities
Media Relations & Communications
Work History
2018-07 - Current
Senior Communications Consultant
Change Agents Media Services, Bengaluru, India
Developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies for
international and domestic companies, increasing brand visibility and
engagement by 30%-40% across multiple online platforms by leveraging
media opportunities and content management.
Directed and retained existing business and developing new businesses
increasing annual revenue by 30% and client retention by 40%.
Directing team on content creation for press releases, interviews, case
studies, social media and website.
Providing consultation on corporate communication, change management
and internal communication for IT companies.
Negotiated partnerships with external vendors, leading to cost savings and
enhanced service offerings for clients.
2016-06 - 2018-06
Group Communications and Employee Engagement Manager
SAGlobal India, Bengaluru, India
Strategizing and executing internal communications plans for company
across 8 entities, enhancing communication channels and programs, which
led to 25% increase in staff satisfaction scores as measured by annual internal
surveys.
Orchestrated Change Management and Employee engagement plans for
company.
Crafted and executed group communications plans for top management.
Project manager for building Intranet for organization, resulting in ease
document storage and access by 60%.
Oversaw driving and usage of internal tools like Yammer,Intranet, Microsoft
Teams, etc. Among employees resulting and increased usage by 90%.
2010-03 - 2016-05
Account Manager
Change Agents Media Services, Bengaluru, India
Managed and grew key accounts by 20% in annual revenue by establishing
robust relationships and strategic partnerships, driving 20% increase in client
retention rate over two-year period.
Maintaining media relations for help increase brand presence of clients 1015% every quarter.
Crafted press releases, case studies, industry leadership articles, contributory
articles etc.
Planning and executing press conferences, customer events and partner
events.
Built strong rapport with clients through regular check-ins, status updates,
and proactive problem-solving approaches.
Presented insightful reports to clients on campaign progress and results,
demonstrating value of services provided.
2008-01 - 2010-02
Senior Marketing Executive
Di-Techno Machinery & Equipments, Bengaluru, India
Preparing marketing plans for product sales
Taking care of brand promotions, planning designing of brochures,
pamphlets, in-store banding etc
Planning and executing partner events, partner schemes, road shows etc
Recording sales on monthly basis and reporting same to higher
management
Assisting management in setting up sales targets.
Delivered compelling presentations to senior leadership teams, securing buyin for new marketing initiatives.
Education
2006-06 - 2008-06
MBA: Marketing & HR
Bangalore University - Bengaluru, India
2002-01 - 2006-06
Bachelor of Engineering: Computer And Information Sciences
A.M.C, VTU University Belgaum - Bengaluru, India
2000-06 - 2002-05
P.U.C: PCMB
Christ College, Bangalore - Bengaluru, India
1998-06 - 2000-05
SSLC
St. Joseph's Indian School, Bangalore - Bengaluru, India
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/24/84
Nationality: Indian
Marital Status: Married
