I'm Sanjeevni Iyer, a journalism student and aspiring full-time journalist and media professional. I recently completed a Master in International Journalism from the University of Leeds and am set to graduate in December 2025. I have been actively involved in student media across Leeds, including Leeds Student Radio, Leeds Student Television, and The Tab, where I reported, hosted, and produced content on a range of topics. I am passionate about foreign and national affairs and enjoy telling complex stories with clarity and empathy. I thrive in fast-paced environments, value collaboration, and aim to use my reporting and storytelling skills to inform, engage, and inspire audiences.

Sanjeevni Iyer

I'm Sanjeevni Iyer, a journalism student and aspiring full-time journalist and media professional. I recently completed a Master in International Journalism from the University of Leeds and am set to graduate in December 2025. I have been actively involved in student media across Leeds, including Leeds Student Radio, Leeds Student Television, and The Tab, where I reported, hosted, and produced content on a range of topics. I am passionate about foreign and national affairs and enjoy telling complex stories with clarity and empathy. I thrive in fast-paced environments, value collaboration, and aim to use my reporting and storytelling skills to inform, engage, and inspire audiences.

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I’m Sanjeevni Iyer, a journalism student and aspiring full-time journalist and media professional. I recently completed a Master in International Journalism from the University of Leeds and am set to graduate in December 2025. I have been actively involved in student media across Leeds, including Leeds Student Radio, Leeds Student Television, and The Tab, where I reported, hosted, and produced content on a range of topics.

I am passionate about foreign and national affairs and enjoy telling complex stories with clarity and empathy. I thrive in fast-paced environments, value collaboration, and aim to use my reporting and storytelling skills to inform, engage, and inspire audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Hindi
Fluent
Tamil
Advanced
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent

Work Experience

Volunteer Journalist at The Borgen Project
August 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Volunteering as a journalist, fundraising, emailing local MPs, and writing articles to raise awareness about global poverty; building nonpartisan support for life-saving initiatives in various regions.
News Bulletin Anchor, News Podcast Host and News Socials at Leeds Student Radio
September 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Produced and presented 15+ bulletins, 3 podcasts, and live news shows; featured on BBC Radio Leeds for a podcast on rising tuition fees in Leeds; presented a show on US Elections; won the News Presenter Award.
News Anchor at Leeds Student Television
September 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Hosted a news bulletin and 2 talk shows on underrepresentation in healthcare and language barriers.
Writer at The Tab - Leeds
October 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Wrote feature and news stories on campus initiatives and student experiences.
Editorial Intern at Sunday Midday
April 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Wrote 20+ news features, including bookstagram culture; managed national and international pages, and the election polls.
Freelance Economic Writer at Cinnamon Wealth
November 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Wrote 15+ articles on budgeting, investment options and financial independence.
Social Media Intern at CollegeTips
July 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Created multiple content for their social media, such as a course introduction video, flyers, and small marketing campaigns; gained proficiency in Canva and Photoshop.
Content Writer Intern at Nettv4u
May 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Wrote multiple listicles with in-depth reviews on the popular GenZ fad of Asian dramas, including Japanese, Thai, Chinese, and Korean.
Content Editor Intern at Framed Media
July 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
Edited and proofread multiple articles, ranging across different genres to appeal to digital audiences.

Education

Master's in International Journalism at University of Leeds
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Media Law & Court Reporting (NCTJ) at National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)
October 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Bachelor’s in Mass Media and Communication at SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai
July 1, 2021 - March 31, 2024
Diploma in French at Alliance Française, Mumbai
January 1, 2021 - July 1, 2024

Qualifications

Media Law and Court Reporting (NCTJ)
October 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Reuters Online Course in Journalism
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025
MyCaptain Online Course in Journalism and Media Studies
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education