Keshav Kant Email & Phone Number

• Using my knowledge and experiences as a media critic and entertainment journalist, I expanded my skillset to hosting and public speaking for both in-person and online events.
• Conceptualized and hosted panels, round tables, & workshops on writing, DEI initiatives in creative spaces, and decolonizing gender & spirituality
• Hosted and represented organizations as an on-camera correspondent for film festivals, red carpets, and premiere events
• Moderated panels, presentations and Q&A both as a solo speaker and alongside guests for organizations and companies such as OCA Houston, Indigo Books & Music and HarperCollins

• Worked alongside independent creatives and companies in various capacities as a transmedia strategist, cultural advisor, operations development, and DEI specialist on projects from inception to execution.My skill set.
• Analyzed existing social media content and engagement to create social media marketing strategies for content creators, authors and small businesses
• Created DEI Fundamentals and continuous learning programs (rooted in anti-racism, queer inclusion & equity and accessibility support) for workplace training and marketing basics
• Consulted for indie authors and publishing firms on manuscripts as a cultural & sensitivity advisor and QA analyst by reviewing manuscripts and providing feedback reports detailing any possible concerns and advising on.
• Conducted company operations review and staff interviews to develop and implement systems & procedures for studio operations, production timelines, content creation pipelines, and corporate social & financial.
• Developed and carried out multiplatform marketing campaigns for book debuts, product launches and Film & TV releases

• Operating as a freelance media critic and entertainment journalist covering everything from anime and books to film & TV, I've critiqued all forms of media through the lens of inclusion. My approach to journalism and.
• Established relationships with publicity and communications experts in the field to gain press access to upcoming releases, red carpets and junket opportunities
• Participated in virtual interviews, junkets (in-person & online) and press lines to speak with actors, authors, filmmakers, producers and other industry leaders about their work and vision
• Wrote over a hundred reviews over five years and broke down the layers of subtext, score, scriptwriting and storytelling to inform readers and consumers so they can engage more consciously and critically with media

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Took over as the organization’s Executive Director and registered it as an incorporated non-profit in Canada. Recruited directors for the board and worked alongside them to bolster Off Colour teams across departments.
• Collaborated with the Director of Partnerships and Director of Business Development & Strategy to create the ‘Off Colour Approach,’ a holistic methodology for DEI consulting geared toward the production and publishing.
• Created and enacted cross-platform traction strategies that yielded a 16.7% growth in user engagement
• Established relationships with key companies, including Disney, Warner Bros. Media, Netflix, Funimation, Crunchyroll, Penguin Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Nintendo
• Oversaw marketing plan development and execution for North American and international markets via multi-stream distribution for consumers interested in culture, media, books, manga, anime, and gaming
• Recruited and structured a production team and expanded the Creative team to support the increased need for audio-video creation & editing

• Reported directly to the Editor-in-Chief and oversaw the expansion of our Social Media team and the creation of our Creative team. Worked alongside our Head of Relations to expand our business-to-business relationships.
• Conducted industry research to centre marginalized voices and creatives in digital media coverage across social platforms
• Created public relations and consumer awareness action plans to connect with established and indie organizations and support DEI initiatives in the industry
• Designed both short and long-term social media strategies for coverage of upcoming pop culture, books, manga & anime releases for domestic and international consumers
• Developed and carried out marketing strategies, corporate partnerships, virtual events, roundtables and launch events
• Managed global social media, marketing & PR team across multiple time zones, creating an international network of corporate and freelancer relationships to foster B2B and B2C initiatives

• Reported directly to the Editor-in-Chief and worked alongside them to recruit the social media team. Developed and managed the social media content calendar. Collaborated with the other social media coordinators to.
• Conceptualized and executed virtual events such as live streams, live-tweets ca
• Copywrote and edited social posts, newsletters, captions and subtitles
• Developed a central site, created email campaigns & promotion of editorial content on social channels
• Oversaw day-to-day account management, graphics and short-form video creation; developed social campaigns and ensured accessibility compliance

• Collaborated with the Acquisitions Manager and Managing Editor on already acquired manuscripts to advise on QA, possible sensitivity concerns, readiness and marketability
• Created individualized QA and Sensitivity feedback reports for the Acquisitions Manager and Managing Editor to bring concerns and areas of improvement to their attention, along with suggestions on how to avoid cultural.
• Reviewed manuscripts (all genres and 'heat' levels for romantic & sexual books) and compiled feedback on sensitivity concerns, cultural nuance, possible triggers and issues with readiness and marketability

• Reported to the Entangled Publishing intern coordinator and worked alongside other editorial interns to tackle manuscript submissions from authors and agents for the editorial and acquisition teams.
• Reviewed manuscripts (all genres and 'heat' levels for romantic & sexual books) for editorial and acquisition teams and provided feedback on whether Entangled should accept, reject or request resubmission after.
• Wrote individualized feedback letters for manuscript rejections and requests for resubmissions so that authors would have constructive criticism and the ability to restructure the manuscript if they would like to pitch.

Toronto, Canada Area

• Reported directly to the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. Managed our Toronto office and oversaw the renovation of the facilities ensuring that the changes aligned with Minus' commitment to.
• Built business cases and client work timelines and established KPIs for in-house staff & contract labour
• Created business operations budgets, financial models and automated invoicing & payroll system, eliminating monthly $1.5K in bookkeeping costs
• Created our DEI action plan with a focus on environmental justice to bring support the corporate goal of eliminating food waste and resource mismanagement
• Developed an inclusive global hiring strategy to support expansion into LATAM & APAC markets
• Established a Canadian & international contractor network to support maintenance & repair for clients, achieving a $175K reduction in spending via the creation of service guidelines and a virtual support team

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Reported to a team of project managers. Supported our Toronto office and acted as the first point of contact for insurance adjusters, claimants & contractors. Implemented a cloud-based data management system and phased.
• Admin: KPI tracking, technician & contractor scheduling, document & inventory management
• Finances: Budget tracking, expense reporting, contractor & vendor invoice management, AP/AR
• HR: Hiring, training, safety certification, contractor relation management, dispute mediation
• Operations: budgeting, vendor management, oversight of legal & regulatory compliance,developing & implementing operations policies

Toronto, Canada Area

• Reported to the Administrative Manager and Customer Satisfaction Supervisor. Supported our Toronto office and provided remote assistance to schedulers and technicians across Canada.Served as the first point of contact.
• Admin: Technician & contractor scheduling, inventory management,
• Customer service: Serving as the first point of contact, deescalated upset homeowners
• Finances: payment processing, processing credit investigations, payroll
• Operations: budgeting, parts & supplies inventory management, contract drafting