Avani Parikh

Experience

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  Freelance

  Jan 2010 - Dec 2012

  Event Assistant

  - Event coordinator for promotional TV shows- IPL after match parties - Backstage assistant for fashion shows for IPL after matches, Derby Fashion show, Jack and Jones store launch- Organized Experiential show for a sitcom

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  Miditech

  Nov 2011 - Jun 2012

  Creative Intern

  - Did a show called Live Out Loud for UTV Bindass- Organized crowds and helped in data profiling of the cast and crew- Was in direct contact with the Producers, Directors and Choreographers for helping in giving creative input. - Shot episodes at multiple locations along with coordinating the call time of the cast and crew.

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  Garima Productions

  Nov 2013 - Mar 2014

  Assistant Director

  - Worked for a sitcom called Chidiyaghar.- Assisted Costume stylist and managed a large cast and crew.- Assisted artists with script rehearsals - Monitored the continuity sheet for best delivery shot for sitcom

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  S.Video Pictures

  Apr 2014 - Jun 2014

  Post Production Assistant

  Bhouri• Collaborated with the Post-Supervisor and the editor to manage the dubbing for the film• Liaison between clients and in-house production and responsible for marketing activities for film promotion on various social media platforms• Managed voice over artists and artists for the film, along with organizing all invoices and NDA• Assisted the Senior Producers by creating rough cuts and logging respective tapes to maintain proper documentation

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  Whacky Films

  Jul 2014 - Apr 2017

  Assistant Director/Jr Producer

  Clientele – Colgate,- Kellogg’s, and Dabur Global• Supported the development and execution of creative concepts for various media projects• Supervised smooth transition from pre-production stage, to shoot, and through the post-production• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (external and internal production crew)• Met and exceeded client expectation from a budget and timing perspective• Supported Senior Producers in client communication, project updates, and presentations• Responsible for wearing multiple hats on set as all producers do on small jobs and larger scale production Show less

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  Priyam Dye Chem

  May 2017 - Apr 2019

  Business Development Specialist, Executive Assistant

  - Establish and maintained excellent communication, effective customer service relationship with existing manufacturers and suppliers across the globe and led to collaborating with major industry leaders. - Authorized general accounting and processed regular sales invoices and purchase orders. - Negotiated and closed deals with existing clients, interacted, and increased conversion in potential clients by 25%. - Mentored and supervised a small team of three about the products and services that the organization deals with, along with the liaison between suppliers and manufacturers, and to ensure transport and delivery of the goods are met within the given time frame and gathered consolidated data with competitive price.Organized schedule for CEOs and staff, while managing all travel and logistic details.- Expedite procurement of office supplies inventory control, standardize ordering procedure, andmanage all travel and accommodations, domestic and international for the team.- Created and maintained an effective electronic filing system and process regular purchase orders and sales invoices.- Audit basic account payables and bill processes using Tally ERP, and the overall finances for thecompany. - Proven track record in planning, organizing and problem-solving to complete multiple deadlines driven project efficiently and on time. -Supervised the channels between transport and the clients to ensure the delivery of goods are met on time.- Provide regular research updates about the newest and existing products and communicate with potential clients with respect to availability and negotiate prices. Show less

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  Inditex

  Jul 2019 - Jul 2020

  Sales associate and cashier

  -Interacting with customers on a daily basis. -Trained as a cashier and understand POS very well. -Maintained orderly product display. -Completed floor replenishment in a timely manner. Worked at the Zara Warehouse and been in charge, of doing the online returns, encoding the online returns, filing and checked inventory.

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  Roots

  Jul 2021 - Aug 2021

  Team Lead

  -Keeping a track and presenting feedback received from customers to top management-Liaison between customers and head office for any inquiries in the e-commerce and retail storedepartment-Communication with customers on a regular basis and ensuring their needs are met-Mediate between sales team and top management to resolve issues and complaints-Supervise opening and closing of the store procedure

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  Publicis Media

  Sept 2021 - now

  • Digital Media Buyer

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Digital Investment Assistant

    Sept 2021 - Apr 2024