my journey thus far

2021-2022

MA Gender, Media & Culture

Goldsmiths, University of London

2017-2019

BA Communications & Psychology

University at Buffalo, State University of New York

2014-2015

A-Levels / Arts

Pioneer Junior College, Singapore

• Welfare Executive of the 15th Student Council

• One of two leaders for the 2015 Student Welfare Pack project

• Main planning committee for the Council Shanghai Trip where I led the cultural exchange segment 

• Main organising body for the 2015 JC1 orientation where I led the orientation publicity team

2014-2015

O-Levels

ShuQun Secondary School, Singapore​​

• While studying for the O Level examinations, I held two leadership positions and won awards for both. 

  • Assistant Company Leader (ACL) of the Girl Guides (second highest ranking)

  • Chief Finance Manager (CFM) of the 4th Student Council (fourth highest ranking)

Jun 2022 - Present

Education Officer

Goldsmiths Students' Union

Elected for 2022/23

Oct 2021 - Jun 2022

Goldsmiths Students' Union

Peer Facilitator @ Against Sexual Violence project

Interim Communications Support

Social Media Strategist @ Brave Space Collective

Jan 2020 - Jun 2021

Digital Marketing Intern

BBC Studios APAC​Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Social media management (copywriting, content creation, calendar management)

• Insights research and viewership, social engagement tracking, etc. 

• Responsible for the revival of the BBC Player Instagram, Twitter and Youtube accounts and their respective content upkeep

• BBC Player Instagram following grew over 150%, with over 4600 interactions per 1000 fans

• Preparation of monthly bespoke decks for 24 affiliates across Asia

• Provide support to marketing projects including research on partnerships, A Perfect Planet and Eco Season campaign, Facebook frame design for Killing Eve S3 pre-TX campaign

Oct 2019 - Dec 2019

Marketing and Communications Executive Assistant

Forward Creation pte ltd​

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Social media management (copywriting, content creation, calendar management)

• Writing business proposals and customer newsletters

• overseeing the customer database

Aug 2018 - Mar 2019

Product Technical Specialist

Forward Creation pte ltd​

I was promoted to this position in August 208. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Social media management for several brands (copywriting, content creation, calendar management)

• Conduct monthly training sessions for the sales staff on product information and service standards

• A range of administrative tasks including product research and comparison charts

Apr 2016 - Aug 2018

Sales Staff @ A Must Shop

Forward Creation pte ltd

I worked as a sales executive for the company's Korean cosmetic retail store, A Must Shop. Within the first few days of my employment, I single-handedly ran the shop while the manager was off duty, and outperformed expectations. I have received many commendations by customers for my communication skills and service standards. Later, as the company's second outlet opened, I quickly became one of the headlining sales staff and had my own “fan base".

Oct 2016 - Dec 2016

Editorial Intern

Time Out Singapore

I supported the editorial team on various fronts. I wrote listings for the arts and entertainment, food, and shopping sections. I covered events and tastings, where I assisted with photography and writing. I also worked on features.

Some notable works include:
-2016 Christmas Feature Menus (writing)
-2016 Toy Stores feature (photography)
-2016 Craft Stores feature (photography)
-2016 Zoorasic Park event (photography)