Riya Vatnani

Experience

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  El Sol Strategic Consultants

  Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

  Executive PR Consultant

  • Worked in the fashion PR department as an Executive PR Consultant. • Maintained up to date database of media and clients.• Identified and updated the team on PR trends globally and locally.• Writing, editing and distribution of press releases to targeted media.• Attended and contributed at brainstorm strategy sessions. • Created and edited monthly PR reports to be delivered to clients.• Carried out effective execution of PR plans.• Handled internationally known brands and local accounts such as: 1) Swarovski 2) Amrapali Jewels 3) SoFake by Sapna Bhavnani & Sukriti Grover 4) Ritika Bharwani 5) Roma Narsinghani 6) Sapna Singhania 7) A multifold retail website called Firstrow.in. Show less

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  Know London Magazine

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2011

  Freelance Writer

  - Wrote an article on studying Business Management in London and how to gain the corporate edge for an online magazine titled 'Know London.'

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  Chetan Bhagat Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.

  Aug 2012 - Oct 2012

  Review Editor – Project Based

  - Created social media content for his personal fan page. - Speech writing- Editing and proof reading manuscripts

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  Jack in the Box Worldwide

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2014

  Social Media Executive

  • Develop and manage online marketing campaigns for an HUL editorial property (www.bebeautiful.in), effectively driving brand awareness, engagement and traffic to social media pages.• Lead a team of esteemed colleagues to help the brand build their social media presence from scratch.• Achieve a strong, visible social media presence and develop concepts with viral potential while continuously monitoring online public relations and ensuring the success of client programs.• Assess social media marketing strategies to determine rate of return. Show less

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  Insignia Worldwide

  Feb 2015 - May 2015

  Senior PR Account Executive

  Responsible for carrying out the relevant PR for Fairmont The Palm, Clé Dubai and Sofitel Dubai Downtown.Planned creative social media strategies to enhance business growth and digital marketing campaigns to increase their digital footprint.Built the client’s brand by defining and executing PR effort – Developed ways in which the public image of the firm could be improved simultaneously to generate more business opportunities.Identified and updated the team on PR trends globally and locally. Writing, editing and distribution of press releases to targeted media. Attended and contributed at brainstorm strategy sessions. Show less

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  Informa Connect Middle East

  Jun 2015 - Jul 2016

  Freelance Writer

  Wrote for The HR Observer on content describing the workforce and illustrating technological trends that transform HR's roleCreated the social media content plan and managed the content writing for DIPMF

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  Infamous Studios | Dubai Based Creative Video Animation Agency

  Oct 2015 - Jan 2016

  Brand PR Manager

  Deliberate planning and strategy Development of brand awareness and online reputation for JBR The WalkContent management (including website)Cultivation of leads and sales for select dining outlets at The WalkReputation management for spokespeople

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  Cicero & Bernay

  Jan 2016 - Sept 2019

  Account Manager

  Curating content for automotive, F&B, government and lifestyle clients and managed thought leadership and annual activity calendars, create and implement quarterly brand awareness strategies, utilize trend reports to ensure relevant communication practices and managed budgets for retainers as well as activations. I've worked on crisis management for all my clients including precautionary scenarios as well as real-time situations. Analyzing media coverage and preparing quarterly brand performance reports for key stakeholders while also looking into potential cross-client activations. Managing client funds to create budget-friendly activationsProject manager for multiple CSR campaigns (one of the campaigns was the largest influencer-led in the GCC region and an award winner in 2018) Nominated as one of the PR Faces to Watch in 2018 and a finalist for Young Communicator of the Year MEPRA in 2017. Show less

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  Prestidge Group - Personal Branding, PR, Speakers Relations

  Apr 2020 - Aug 2020

  Brand Communications Manager
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  Cicero & Bernay

  Oct 2020 - Nov 2023

  - Work closely with the MD and CEO on different disciplines within the agency- Lead on key social media accounts, devise and execute digital and performance marketing campaigns- Develop strategic insights and KPIs for PR accounts; encourage the transition from traditional to new-age activities with a key focus on thought leadership and personal branding- Develop client documentations such as Service Level Agreements (SLA’s), Statements of Work (SOW’s)- Supervise a team of over 20 members across Client Servicing and Creative working on PR, social media, digital marketing, advertising with a hands-on approach to PR, social media and digital- Identify room for billable projects and growth within the agency- Oversee client management procedures, identifying inconsistencies and areas for improvement. - Supervise daily team workflow and redirect work to meet changing client needs. Show less

  • Group Account Director | Client Services Lead

    Jan 2022 - Nov 2023

  • Senior Account Manager

    Mar 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Account Manager

    Oct 2020 - Mar 2021
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  Hrmny

  Jan 2024 - now

  Director of Client Services