Sampada Jindal

Experience

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  Digii (formerly CollPoll)

  Oct 2016 - Mar 2018

  Campus Ambassador

  Executed online and offline campaigns to promote the campus management platform and consistently generated weekly progress reports to track campaign effectiveness.

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  Webloom

  May 2017 - Jan 2018

  Web Content Writer

  Created written content including reviews and creative articles for the then active blog Leuk.xyz.

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  The Think Tank, Manipal

  Aug 2017 - May 2019

  1. Led the organization of successful events such as 'A Fireside Chat' with a focus on effective event planning, management, and coordination to ensure smooth execution.2. Demonstrated strong leadership skills by presiding over all meetings, fostering productive discussions and decision-making among members, and ensuring that all members' voices were heard.3. Mastered the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, managing the day-to-day operations of the club and ensuring that all tasks were completed efficiently and effectively. Show less 1. Developed and executed successful marketing campaigns for The Think Tank, resulting in a significant increase in attendance and engagement in club events.2. Coordinated with external stakeholders and local businesses to promote the club and establish partnerships, expanding the reach and influence of The Think Tank in the Manipal community.3. Leveraged social media platforms and other digital marketing channels to create compelling content and engage with a wider audience, driving awareness and interest in the club's activities. Show less

  • General Secretary

    Apr 2018 - May 2019

  • Managing Committee Member

    Aug 2017 - Mar 2018
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  TEDxManipal

  Aug 2017 - Sept 2019

  1. Successfully managed the executive team, overseeing their operations and delegating tasks to ensure successful execution of the event.2. Acted as the primary licensee and point of contact between the TEDxManipalUniversity team and TED Global, New York, ensuring all communication was clear and concise.3. Maintained compliance with rules and regulations, consistently ensuring the event was conducted in accordance with TEDx guidelines.4. Led a team of volunteers, effectively managing their tasks and responsibilities to ensure successful event planning and execution.5. Coordinated with external vendors and sponsors, effectively negotiating partnerships and ensuring seamless delivery of their services. Show less 1. Developed and executed innovative marketing strategies to promote TEDxManipal event to the target audience resulting in 20% increase in ticket sales2. Managed social media presence and created engaging content for TEDxManipal's Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter platforms resulting in a 30% increase in followers3. Collaborated with the design team to create visually appealing posters, flyers, and banners for offline promotion4. Coordinated with external organizations for cross-promotion and sponsorship resulting in a 15% increase in event budget5. Conducted market research and analyzed data to identify and target potential attendees for future events Show less

  • Lead Organizer

    Mar 2018 - Sept 2019

  • Volunteer

    Aug 2017 - Mar 2018
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  AIESEC in India

  Jan 2018 - Feb 2018

  Core Committee Vice President

  1. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to plan, execute and promote the February Local Congress, a yearly conference held by AIESEC in Manipal University, which received over 200 attendees, achieving a 20% growth in participation compared to the previous year.2. Spearheaded the event's fundraising efforts, securing sponsorships from local businesses and achieving a 30% increase in financial support compared to the previous year.

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  Mercedes-Benz Oman Commercial Vehicles

  May 2018 - Jul 2018

  Marketing and IT Intern

  1) Liaised with a contractor video production studio to devise an impactful online video marketing campaign for Mercedes-Benz Oman’s social media pages 2) Designed an employee address book prototype as a training project with functionality to store data like name, phone number, and employee ID using SQLite database and created the application front-end using JAVA Swing

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  IDLab (UGent - UAntwerpen - imec)

  Jun 2019 - Jul 2019

  Research Trainee

  Developed an algorithm for tiling point clouds using PCL to achieve viewpoint prediction and adaptive streaming to overcome practical challenges in holographic transmission using a HoloLens for bandwidth-constrained networks.

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  Deloitte

  Jan 2020 - Dec 2021

  1. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to author high-level test scenarios, detailed end-to-end test cases, and modular automation test scripts for a public sector human and health services technology project, resulting in a test effectiveness of 90%2. Partnered with the development team to classify and track defects in JIRA based on parameters like Priority and Severity and resolved 50+ functional, performance, compatibility, and usability defects weekly through effective collaboration3. Effectively communicated with project stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of quality software by providing regular updates on the status of testing and the progress made towards meeting project milestones Show less

  • Analyst

    Jul 2020 - Dec 2021

  • Business Technology Analyst

    Jan 2020 - Jul 2020
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  Rihal

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Product/Business Analyst

  1. Prepared business and technical proposals to meet various client requirements, ensuring alignment with product vision and strategy2. Led and managed RPA projects in an Agile working environment, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery of high-quality products and addressing customer escalations promptly3. Gathered and documented business requirements from clients, providing knowledge transfer to technical teams to ensure products met customer needs and expectations4. Acted as a bridge between business and technical teams, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration to deliver successful products5. Conducted process discovery activities for Proof of Concepts, identifying opportunities for product improvement and innovation Show less

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  Aspiring Product Managers Club @ Northeastern University

  Feb 2023 - Jan 2024

  Product Manager

  Responsibilities include:1. Lead the development of registration and information pages for Protothon 3.0, a product prototyping hackathon, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver a seamless user experience2. Utilize market research and user testing to design and implement user-friendly website features that improved registration conversion rates and increased user engagement and retention3. Conduct competitor analysis and analyzed user data to identify areas for improvement and prioritize feature development4. Maintain open communication with stakeholders and worked closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop promotional campaigns and increase product visibility Show less

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  School Applications Prep

  Mar 2023 - Apr 2024

  Product Manager

  1. Collaborate with a solo entrepreneur to develop and implement a product strategy for School Applications Prep, a coaching service for university applicants.2. Lead product development initiatives to create engaging content and resources that help students navigate the application process and stand out to admissions officers.3. Conduct market research and analyze user data to inform product decisions and identify opportunities for growth.4. Work closely with the entrepreneur to establish business goals, prioritize features, and ensure alignment with the company's vision.5. Monitor and report on key performance indicators, such as customer retention and conversion rates, to track progress and inform future strategies.6. Successfully launch new products and features that increased engagement and revenue, including personalized coaching sessions and interactive workshops. Show less

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  Mercury® Financial

  Jun 2023 - Dec 2023

  Channel and Product Management Intern
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  Northeastern University

  Jan 2024 - now

  Lead Graduate Teaching Assistant - Digital Product Design and Management