Srivats Lakshman
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Srivats Lakshman

Freelance JournalistBengaluru, India
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Srivats Lakshman

Freelance JournalistBengaluru, India
About me
Multimedia journalist with experience in print, production and digital media. I Have worked in a variety of roles with organisations at a regional, and national level. I currently have over 200 bylines across all my roles. Experienced in reporting, editing, mobile photography and videography, production and event management. Graduated from Newcastle University with an MA in multimedia journalism.
Projects
  • Dante Lee Was Denied a Coronavirus Test. It’s a Familiar Story For a Lot of African Americans
    Dante Lee Was Denied a Coronavirus Test. It’s a Familiar Story For a Lot of African AmericansI spoke to Dante Lee, an African American in San Diego who was denied a COVID-19 test despite showing severe symptoms. It's just a small example of how Black Americans face racism in the American healthcare system. https://humanosity.live/in-depth/dante-lee-was-denied-a-coronavirus-test-its-a-familiar-story-for-a-lot-of-african-americans/52346/
  • Is China’s Belt and Road Initiative COVID-19’s Biggest Victim?
    Is China’s Belt and Road Initiative COVID-19’s Biggest Victim?
  • TEDx Newcastle University 2019
    TEDx Newcastle University 2019Event manager for 2019 TEDx Newcastle University, based on the theme: "Build A Better Future". Link as follows: https://www.tedxnewcastleuniversity.com/2019-build-a-better-future
  • Leave Newcastle Happy
    Leave Newcastle HappyIn a bid to curb waste piling up in landfills, the 'Leave Newcastle Happy' scheme was introduced. We look at why the scheme is important to Jesmond, with summer just around the corner.
  • Chester-le-Street's market reopens
    Chester-le-Street's market reopensAs a market town, Chester-le-Street's market is integral to the community. I went to the town to understand just how important the market is.
  • #VoteJesmond 2019 TV Show
    #VoteJesmond 2019 TV ShowAhead of the 2019 Local Elections, JesmondLocal hosted a TV show with Raff Marioni and Sophie McDermott of the Newcastle University Students Union. The show also featured pre-recorded packages on the 2019 hustings, candidate profiles and interviews with Jesmond residents on key issues like alochol and garbage. I ran technical support for the show, monitoring the live broadcast through BeLive TV.
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Work history
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    Contributing WriterHumanosity
    London, United KingdomFreelance
    - Contributing writer in charge of rewriting and refining stories for publication. - Research and write independent articles based on current geopolitical events.
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    Freelance WriterFinalBoss
    London, United KingdomFreelance
    - Technology reporter with expertise in consumer technology and digital media. - Apple expert with latest news and reviews
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Skills
  • Journalism
  • Article Writing
  • Sub-editing
  • Content and Media Writing
  • Reportage
  • Photography
  • Video Content
  • Blog Writing
Education
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    MANewcastle University
    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
    MA in International Multimedia Journalism with modules in media law, broadcast journalism, professional sub-editing and design, media analysis and online media.
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    BAChrist University
     - Bengaluru, India
    Triple majors BA in Communication & Media, English Literature and Psychology. Media subjects included Integrated Marketing Communication, Media law, Event Management and Technical Writing Skills.
Awards
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    Ncl+ Award 2020Newcastle University
    Completed 50+ hours of extracurricular activities while at Newcastle University across various experiences. Culminating in a mock interview/report, the award is proof of the diverse skills gained outside of the curriculum. These skills are, but not limited to, communication, teamwork, planning & organising, self-awareness, and personal enterprise.