Janifar Kamal Nova

Inspiring and results-driven communication professional with a passion for social media and digital communication, public speaking, and research. Currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Communication Studies, I am committed to contributing to impactful initiatives and fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Seeking a communication position to leverage my skills in content creation, campaign management, and digital engagement, while gaining valuable industry experience and supporting organizational goals.

Graduate Teaching Assistant, Communication Studies - Southern Illinois University - Carbondale, Illinois, USA

(2024-08 - 2026-05)

• Taught and mentored 44+ undergrad students introductory communication courses in public speaking
• Acted as a facilitator in public speaking sessions, ensuring active learning, student participation, and engagement
• Played key role as a member of Graduate & Professional Student Council, advocating for the policies of the constituents

Communications Intern - Institute for Childhood Preparedness - Virginia, USA

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Developed and scheduled 60+ multimedia content pieces, 6+ blog posts & press releases across media channels and social media handles, increasing audience engagement and visibility and creating a positive public image of the institute
• Conducted digital trend and family travel influencer research, contributed to 3+ targeted communication strategies, and supported outreach with partners and conference organizers for 4 national events, i.e, the Summer Safety Summit and Kiddie Academy Conference

Manager- Communication, Gender Justice and Diversity Program - BRAC - Dhaka, Bangladesh

(2023-08 - 2024-07)

• Created social media content and led the digital communication strategy for BRAC's national campaign against gender-based violence, increasing awareness and audience engagement
• Published 20 internal reports on gender equality and women's empowerment, highlighting impactful stories from BRAC's work in Bangladesh
• Designed BRAC 2024 feature calendar for stakeholders, showcasing 50 years of notable achievements in combating gender-based violence and promoting women's empowerment

Technical Specialist – Communication - Save the Children International (SCI) - Dhaka, Bangladesh

(2021-01 - 2023-08)

• Led 30 Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual donor reports, 20 impact notes, and 100+ IEC Materials for Global Advocacy for deprived and marginalized children
• Developed accountability, visible communications material of all the piloting projects of the organization (posters and banners) for internal and external social media

News Presenter and News Editor - Somoy Television - Dhaka, Bangladesh

(2020-11 - 2024-07)

• Presented prime-time news covering national and international affairs, business, and sports, and conducted interviews with industry experts on national television, while contributing to news editing

Lecturer and Experiential Platform Development Lead - State University of Bangladesh - Dhaka, Bangladesh

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

• Facilitated bachelor's-level courses in the Journalism, Communication and Media Studies department, teaching more than 750 students over two years
• Pioneered the production of internal demo online channel and coordinated first annual newspaper and newsletter of the institution, circulating 20+ editions during the tenure

Feature Reporter /Freelance Journalist - Daily Prothom Alo and BBC Bangla - Dhaka, Bangladesh

(2015-03 - 2018-12)

• Published 20+ articles on various national and international topics by developing ideas, editing news scripts, and conducting interviews

Master of Arts - Communication Studies - Southern Illinois University (2024-08 - 2026-05)

Master of Science - Mass Communication and Journalism - University of Dhaka (2017 - 2018)

Bachelor of Social Science - Mass Communication and Journalism - University of Dhaka (2016 - 2017)