Riya Gandhi

Editor | Digital Publisher | Production Editor | Graphic Designer

Resume

Work Experience

Associate Editor
HMP Global
Apr 2022 – Present
Full-time | Remote

  • Write, format, and edit print magazine articles.
  • Edit online articles to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines.
  • Create engaging social media content to promote articles and increase brand visibility.
  • Conduct interviews with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to gather insights and quotes.
  • Develop and distribute daily marketing e-newsletter blasts to targeted audiences.

Editorial Assistant
Toptal, LLC.
Nov 2021 – Feb 2023
Full-time | Remote

  • Coordinated content production for five verticals, one blog, and one website using Slack.
  • Managed article uploads and resolved issues within Toptal CMS.
  • Designed and launched newsletters for each published article, optimizing reader engagement.
  • Moderated Disqus comments for blog posts to encourage discussions and ensure a positive user experience.
  • Collaborated with the Operations team to establish workflows in Asana.
  • Revised release notes and updated article pitches to enhance communication within the team.

Publishing Assets Assistant
Hasbro, Inc.
Nov 2021 – Oct 2022
Contract | Remote

  • Designed and created Publishing Catalog to showcase brand books and merchandise.
  • Coordinated deliverables with domestic and international teams to ensure timely and accurate releases.
  • Developed visually appealing brand newsletters to inform stakeholders and drive engagement.
  • Designed book covers for brand books in foreign languages.
  • Gathered stills and quicktimes of brands for promotional use on platforms like Netflix and YouTube.

Editorial Assistant
DERMASCOPE Magazine
Oct 2021 – Nov 2021
Full-time | Hybrid

  • Formatted and edited articles for the magazine, ensuring consistency and adherence to publication standards.
  • Strategized, created, and managed Social Media Calendar and weekly newsletters to engage the audience.
  • Generated content for the magazine through research and writing.
  • Administered contracts for press and advertorials, maintaining professional relationships with companies in the aesthetic industry.

Editorial Assistant
NAPCO Media
Feb 2019 – Aug 2019
Internship

  • Edited and proofread 200+ articles for print and digital publication in AP style.
  • Published and managed content on WordPress, including articles, blog posts, newsletters, and press releases.
  • Executed email campaigns for digital publications to reach target audiences effectively.
  • Utilized InCopy and InDesign to insert content for the print edition of multiple magazines.
  • Liaised with leading companies in the printing industry to create content for collaborative projects.

Graduate Admissions Counselor
Rosemont College
Jan 2018 – Nov 2020
Full-time

  • Edited marketing materials, including website content, for accuracy and consistency.
  • Utilized Salesforce CRM system to manage communication with 100+ inquiries and applicants.
  • Achieved 120% semesterly goals by rendering admission decisions and providing comprehensive student advising.
  • Organized and attended corporate outreach events, college fairs, and educational fairs to promote the institution.

Art Editor – Rathalla Review
Rosemont College
Jan 2019 – May 2019
Part-time

  • Achieved a 270% increase in curated art for the magazine, enhancing visual appeal.
  • Collaborated with the editorial team to select and showcase exceptional artwork.

Website and Social Media Coordinator
Tree House Books
Sept 2018 – Sept 2019
Part-time

  • Managed the company website on Squarespace, leading to a more engaging user experience.
  • Designed flyers, posters, media kits, and infographics, resulting in a 300% increase in Instagram content interactions.

Publicist Intern
Lanternfish Press
Jun 2018 – Aug 2018
Internship

  • Conducted research on comparative titles and potential reviewers for marketing purposes.
  • Evaluated manuscripts from Submittable, providing valuable feedback for publishing decisions.

EDUCATION

MA in Publishing
Editorial Concentration
Rosemont College
Sept 2017 – Sept 2019

Bachelor’s in Business Administration
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, India
July 2013 – Dec 2016

CERTIFICATES

CS50 – Computer Science
Harvard University, EdX
Feb 2021

Graphic Design Masterclass
uDemy
Apr 2020

SOFTWARE

  • Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
  • Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams
  • G Suite: Google Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides
  • Asana
  • WordPress
  • SquareSpace
  • Salesforce
  • Slack
  • Zoom

skills

  • AP, APA, MLA, CMS Writing Style Proficiency
  • Digital Marketing
  • Graphic Design
  • SEO and SMO
  • Developmental Editing, Proofreading, Copy-Editing
  • Manuscript Evaluation
  • Verbal and Written Communication
Riya Gandhi MA in Publishing Degree
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