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I am an accomplished media communications and broadcasting professional with over 15 years of experience in Print, TV and Radio, and New Media, plus more than 9 years in the NGO sector focusing on media relations and project coordination.
I have also worked as a communication strategy planner for anti-corruption programs in NGOs. I currently work as a Lecturer in Communication and Media Studies for the GCE Advanced Level Examination. I am highly creative with a talent for writing, and I maintain strong organizational, administrative, communication and time management skills.
Language
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Unit Head – Media, Communication and Publication at MONLAR Movement, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2023 - PresentLead the unit of Media, Communication and Publication, overseeing media relations, publications, and public messaging for the MONLAR Movement in Sri Lanka.
General Manager at Communique PR Sri Lanka
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Oversee PR campaigns, client relations and strategic communications; manage teams and deliver projects across multiple clients.
Director - Media at CaFFE Organization
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2019Directed media operations and outreach; developed communication strategies and oversaw content production and media liaison for the organization.
Head of Media at Centre for Human Rights, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012Led media activities, press relations and campaigns, coordinating visibility for human rights initiatives in Sri Lanka.
Freelance Sinhala Writer at MAUBIMA Newspaper
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Wrote Sinhala articles for MAUBIMA Newspaper, contributing features and opinion pieces in Sinhala.
Head of News at Colombo Communications Ltd
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011Led the news desk, coordinated reporting, production and editorial decisions for Colombo Communications Ltd.
News Reporter and Presenter at Asia Broadcasting Corporation
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007Reported on and presented news and current affairs, contributing to program content and on-air delivery.
Presenter & Producer (News & Currant Affairs unit) at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003On-air presenter and producer for news and current affairs; developed scripts and segments for broadcast.
TV PRESENTER at RUPAVAHINI
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003Television presenter for news and related programs; delivered live segments and on-air narration.
Education
Diploma in Mass Communication at University of Colombo
January 11, 2030 - January 4, 2026Master’s degree in Mass Communication (applied) at University of Kelaniya
January 11, 2030 - January 4, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services
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