Armaan Sarao

Experience

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  Space Matrix

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2018

  Inside Sales Representative and Media Production Assistant

  Worked with the Inside Sales team to reach out to and compile a list of vendors in the Singapore CBD, helping to update 1600 clients into the Space Matrix database. Led the creation of an introductory Space Matrix video, showcasing the culture of the modern workplace in Singapore.

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  Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)

  Jul 2020 - Jul 2022

  Section 2IC at 9th Battalion Singapore Infantry Regiment

  After the completion of my Basic Military Training (BMT), I was posted to 9th Battalion Singapore Infantry Regiment, where I underwent 4 weeks of Security training, followed by 4 weeks of Infantry Vocational Training (IVT). During my Security course, I went through Close Combat Training, learning Search and Arrest techniques, as well as lectures on the Protected Areas Protected Places Act (PAPPA). During my IVT, I was trained in various weapons: the Ultimax 100 (Section Automatic Weapon), the MATADOR (Man Anti-Tank Weapon), and the General Powered Machine Gun (GPMG), on top of the Singapore Assault Rifle 21st Century (SAR21), which was taught during my BMT. The culmination of my IVT was a Section Battle Course in a conventional jungle terrain, as well as an urban context. As a trooper, I was deployed to Singapore's Defence Technology Towers (DTT) to serve alongside my section as the first line of defense for the military base, deterring, detecting, denying, and dealing with any and all threats. Upon receiving the rank of Corporal First Class, I was appointed as the Section 2nd-in-charge, where I aided the Section Commander in commanding and controlling our section in Urban and Conventional Defense Operations and Exercises during peacetime and wartime.After my Operations Deployment, my platoon went through Rotational Training, sharpening our Urban Attack skills through an Urban Operation Platoon Mission Exercise (UO PME), as well as our Urban Defense skills through a Protection of Installation (POI) Exercise during periods of tension. I continued my Operations Deployment at Jurong Island, the heart of Singapore's chemical and energy industry. Finally, my Infantry Company went through two summary exercises in Urban and Conventional Defense. For my final exercise, I was appointed the Section Commander of my section, commanding and controlling my men in our sector delegated to us. Show less

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  Swila

  May 2022 - Dec 2022

  SWILA Leader

  After submitting several short screenplays to weekly forum competitions, I was chosen by the founder of SWILA to be a Lead, mentoring new screenwriters, and aiding to provide a platform for avid writers to showcase their talent.

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  Student Government Association of Northeastern University

  Sept 2022 - Apr 2023

  Senator for College of Arts, Media, and Design

  Served as one of two senators representing the College of Arts, Media, and Design. Advocated for greater emergency response for campus policingCo-authored a referendum to improve the SafeZone app for more efficient communication with the student body. Co-authored legislation to amend the senator application process. Awarded Senator of the Semester for the Fall 2022 semester. Awarded Senator of the Year for the 2022-23 calendar year.

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  The Husky Husky

  Oct 2022 - Dec 2023

  Staff Writer/Designer

  Selected as a staff writer to write and publish satirical news articles related to Northeastern University

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  NUTV

  Jan 2023 - now

  Led video production shoots for the News, Entertainment, and Sports department. Conducted weekly meetings to plan video shoots related to Sports content. Led several video shoots and aided members in utilizing camera and audio equipment. Planned outdoor sports events to promote club cohesion - NUTV Field Day Planned sports-watching events to promote club cohesion - Red Sox game at Fenway Park

  • President

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Executive Producer

    Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

  • Sports Director

    Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
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  Wicked Smaht Comedy

  Mar 2023 - now

  Staff Writer

  Selected as a Staff Writer for an Intercollegiate Sketch Comedy show for charity. Wrote a pre-recorded sketch for the trial show in the Spring 2023 semester. Season 1 begins Fall 2023.

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  Knack

  Aug 2023 - now

  Peer Tutor

  Hired as a Peer Tutor to assist students in Media Studies and English courses.Courses currently teaching: MSCR 1220 Media Culture and Society MSCR 1420 Media HistoryMSCR 3389 Screenwriting ENGW1111 First Year Writing

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  Student Government Association of Northeastern University

  Sept 2023 - now

  Advocated for greater emergency response for campus policing.Co-authored a referendum to improve the SafeZone app for more efficient communication with the student body. Assisted the Director of Student Engagement by liaising with the Director of Athletics and the Student Success Initiative (SSI). Workshopped with SSI to consolidate Student Success resources around campus. Implemented Habits of Success (HoS) programs on several platforms for students who are in need of success advising.

  • Director of Campus Services

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Public Safety Taskforce Leader

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Assistant Director of Collaborations

    Sept 2023 - now
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  Khoury College of Computer Sciences

  Jan 2024 - Jun 2024

  Videography Co-op

  Produced original video series for Khoury Student Organizations Worked as Assistant Producer to Executive Producers in giving feedback to videos shot by external production companies Led equipment workshops for Comms team Procured video equipment in expanding in-house production PA for video shoots with Dan McGrath and Kligerman Productions Digital asset management of Khoury WISTIA pageShot promotional videos for Northeastern Giving Day Shot commencement videos for Youtube, Linkedin, and Instagram Edited regional Youtube ads for Khoury Break Into Tech program Show less

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  L'Oréal

  Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

  Livestream Analyst Intern

  - Conducted extensive market research on livestreaming within TikTok and Shopee Live in the South East Asia region, particularly Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. - Provided thorough and strategically valuable insights by recommending A&V equipment for daily livestreams of beauty products. - Synthesized complex information by presenting livestreaming data and findings from South East Asian countries and presented a thorough plan for next steps to the E-commerce team.

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  NYC Student Film Festival

  Aug 2024 - now

  Student Screener

  - Commissioned to evaluate and rank over 100 student short films, ranking each film based on Directing, Writing, Cinematography, Acting, Editing, and Pacing. - Delivered comprehensive feedback and judging notes on each film whilst passing selections and recommending films for the festivals.