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I am a communications and events management professional with over 15 years of experience spanning both the public and private sectors, exploring new opportunities. I am experienced in the various aspects of corporate communications, including media relations (both local and international), strategic communications, writing and editing, events and project management, as well as business development.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Chinese
Intermediate
Work Experience
Assistant Director in Media & Communications & National Press Officer at Singapore GP Pte Ltd
June 1, 2018 - February 28, 2025Managed all aspects of communications for the annual Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, including local and international media relations, social media, public relations, and community engagement. Engaged with local and international journalists to publicise the event; collaborated with Formula 1 and FIA on media accreditation; oversaw the setup and operation of the media accreditation centre and international media centre; managed off-track entertainment, community engagement, and sustainability communications; wrote and edited press releases and marketing content; organised media tours; supported hospitality copywriting and editing; managed crisis communications for Covid-19 cancellations (2020 & 2021); facilitated a Straits Times feature on Singapore Grand Prix preparations (2023).
Head of 1819 & Associate Editor at Mothership.sg
October 1, 2016 - March 31, 2018Hired to set up and manage 1819 - Mothership.sg's history section. Led and managed the team to create viral digital content, oversaw the project's strategic editorial direction, and produced and edited viral articles. Managed social media and audience feedback; collaborated with business development to secure sponsorships; recruited team members and built a network of contacts and advisers.
Assistant Director (Communications) at State Courts, Singapore
September 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016Managed corporate and strategic communications, media relations, event publicity, and written materials. Implemented a mainstream and social media monitoring framework and planned the 'A Day In Court' outreach programme for students.
College Relations Officer at Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
February 1, 2013 - August 31, 2015Managed corporate and strategic communications, international relations, branding, VIP visits, event planning and logistics. Served as Organising Secretary for ITE Fiesta 2014; produced promotional videos for full-time courses.
Adjunct Lecturer (Part-Time) at Singapore University of Social Sciences (Previously SIM University)
January 1, 2013 - January 31, 2015Taught SSC109 Introduction to Social Sciences and SSC253e - Media, Politics, and the Citizen.
Assistant Manager (Media Relations) at Ministry of Information, Communications and the Arts
June 1, 2009 - September 30, 2011Managed media engagement, monitored coverage, staffed media events for senior ministers, and coordinated media coverage for key government activities; organised international visits and youth media training camps.
Media Liaison Officer at Ministry of Information, Communications and the Arts
November 1, 2009 - November 30, 2009Staffed media relations during high-profile events, including the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in 2009; organised the Young Reporters Training Camp for Youth Olympics-related activities.
Dignitary Liaison Officer at SEA Games Organising Committee
June 1, 2015 - June 30, 2015Specially selected as the personal Dignitary Liaison Officer to His Royal Highness Prince Sufri Bolkiah of Brunei for the 28th Southeast Asian Games; concurrently led the Brunei cluster.
Media Liaison Officer at APEC Summit
November 1, 2009 - November 30, 2009Served as a Media Liaison Officer at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in 2009.
Education
Master of Science with Merit in Media and Communications at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
October 1, 2011 - September 30, 2012Bachelor of Social Sciences with 2nd Class (Upper) Honours in Communications and New Media at National University of Singapore
July 1, 2006 - May 31, 2009Diploma in Film, Sound and Video (Major in Film, Minor in Audio) at Ngee Ann Polytechnic
June 1, 2000 - June 30, 2003Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level at New Town Secondary School
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999Qualifications
Oxford Leading Sustainable Corporations Programme
April 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality
I wrote press releases, media statements, social media copy, content for brochures, EDM copy, email templates, proofread various organisational copy, and much more during my time with the organisation.
Led and managed the team to create viral digital content, oversaw the project’s strategic editorial direction, and wrote and edited viral articles.
Wrote, edited, and proofread press releases, social media copy, content for brochures, advertising copy, EDMs, website content, and much more. I also oversaw the content for the event website.
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