Experience

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  Terrapinn Australia

  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

  • Conference Producer

    • Jan 2023 - Present
    • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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  Sydney Film Festival

  • Australia
  • Movies, Videos, and Sound
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Travelling Film Festival Manager

    • Dec 2018 - Jan 2023

  • Travelling Film Festival Coordinator, Sydney

    • Jul 2016 - Nov 2018

  • Jury Coordinator

    • Apr 2016 - Jun 2016

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  Star hunt 2012 - Organzied by W2W Events

  • Dubai UAE

  • Official Emcee

    • Feb 2013 - Feb 2013
    • Dubai UAE

    Preparation of a Script for the Main Show on the 08th February 2013.- Emceed the Main event successfully for 20 participants and to a crowd of over 200 People held on the main stage of the Mall.- Sponsors included Dubai Outlet Mall (Brands like Si Fashion Gallery Outlet, DKNY Outlet, Al Jaber Opticals Outlet, Liujo Outlet, Aftershock), Heritage Collection of Hotels, Palmers Cocoa Butter, Skyler Café and Karisma Ladies Centre.- Event was covered by Media such as Gulf News, Hello Magazine and online portals such as Coastaldisgest.com.

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  The Dubai International Film Festival 2012-2015

  • Dubai UAE

  • Guest Liaison

    • Sep 2012 - Dec 2012
    • Dubai UAE

    Managing a travel and accommodation schedule for approximately 60-70 Guests and celebrities coming into DIFF12.- Coordinating all flight and hotel booking for guests.- Assisting guests’ on the red carpet, Opening night, Closing night and any Galas as mentioned.- Maintaining confidentiality of guest requests and information.- Ensuring Guests are taken care of during the entire duration of their stay and assisting them with any queries or requests they may have.- Updating DIFF database and ensuring all Departments are updated on any changes that may occur in the Guest schedule.

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  The Shining Stars Talent Show 2012

  • Dubai UAE

  • Official Emcee

    • Nov 2012 - Nov 2012
    • Dubai UAE

    Preparation of a Script for the Main Show on the 24th November 2012.- Emceed the Main event successfully for over 60 participants and to a crowd of over 200 People.- Assisted in hosting the auditions held at Dubai Outlet Mall on 19th October 2012.- Assisted in rehearsals for the main event.- Sponsors included Crocs, Palmers Cocoa Butter and Tim Hortons Coffee Shop.- Event was covered by City 7 Channel.

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  eZeliving.com

  • Dubai

  • Part of the Team at eZeliving.com

    • May 2012 - Aug 2012
    • Dubai

    Co-presented on several ‘webisodes’ for the travel & fashion segment of a popular, local and lifestyle website. www.eZeliving.com

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  DynCorp International

  • Dubai

  • Internal Auditor

    • Apr 2008 - Oct 2010
    • Dubai

    - Performed compliance audits on company processes such as Human Resources (including PeopleSoft Software), Time & Labor, and Accounts Payable departments.- Performed compliance audits for various programs across the Middle Eastern region between company and Government Agencies such as Department of State, Department of Defense and Department of Army. - Conducted a complete review of all processes and internal controls onsite including Procurement, Government Property, Finance, Human Resources and Time Keeping.- Perform Risk Analysis and Assessment of the Program based on Task Orders, Statement of Work and DynCorp Policies and procedures.

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  MICE Kraftwork FZ LLC

  • Senior HR Executive

    • May 2006 - Jan 2008

    One of the top interior design & construction companies within the region; Reporting directly to the Managing Director & Director – Operations with regard to employee requirements & staff issues.Conducting candidate interviews for junior positions, negotiating offers and managing full life cycle of the recruiting process. Source/Screen candidates, manage job postings/online recruitmentAssist with monthly/annual manpower planning.Performed Compliance Training for employees.Maintaining candidate files, liaising with recruitment agencies.Supervising/Coordinating all visa matters with the local PRO.Responsible for all administrative duties with regard to the HR function. (Letters, Memos, Notices)Actively participated in the Performance Evaluation process for all employees.

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  Trilogy E-Software Services Pvt. Ltd

  • Staffing Specialist

    • Jul 2005 - Dec 2005

    Identifying strategies along with VP - HR (USA) & HR Director (India) on brand building & achieving targets based on company specifications for the year.Responsible for preparing the entire budget for the year with regard to the branding process and ensuring that subsequent costs that occur stay within budget.Marketed the company in destinations all over India. Was responsible for preparing the travel & stay arrangements for self and team, making a presentation of the company & answering queries for the same. Strongly involved in the Follow-up process as well.Have solely handled full time events involving finding the best suppliers, negotiating for the best deal with regard to the venue, (Including food, drinks, technical equipment required & transport facilities.) Overseeing the entire event and ensuring smooth operations from all sides. Events included Corporate Games (Football, cricket etc.) & Cultural Events (Theme nights, Dinner nights, festival Nights etc.)Was the ‘Trilogy University Mum’ for the hires of 2005. These people included Software engineering graduates from India & China. Handled their relocation, logistics, arranged social events and coordinated their team & mentor relationships.Was responsible for dealing with suppliers to close the best deal for different corporate gifts, T-shirts, memorabilia & handling the cultural events as and when required.Was responsible for dealing with advertisement agencies for the referral campaign within the company. Maintained relationships with the suppliers, campus officials & students to ensure that Trilogy was the most visible brand.

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  Qwest Communications International Inc

  • HR Administrator

    • Mar 2004 - Jun 2005

    Co-coordinating travel, visa & other arrangements for recruitment events. (Campus & Lateral)Handling the Induction Program of new employees. Creating and maintaining personnel files of all employees.Handling Exit formalities of employees.Handling Insurance formalities. Ensuring all documents have been duly filled & received, Updating and collating required information.Handling Employee Relations, Conducting fun & games activities. Was responsible for preparing the entire Referral campaign within the company. Have also designed posters for recruitment & training purposes.Preparing posters, games etc. (Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills & Team Development )Have coordinated with the Finance Department in preparation of reports for Time Sheet & Leave balance issuesCoordinated with CEO & Technical Director in preparation of Weekly Status Reports of projects and other related reports.