I’m Sonny Santoso, a versatile professional blending an engineering mindset with creative media expertise. Over the past several years I’ve built and executed social media strategies that boosted engagement, grew audiences, and supported learning outcomes. I work with AI tools, modern design software, and video editing to deliver high-quality content across platforms. Based in Semarang, Indonesia, I craft content from concept to delivery — scripts, storyboards, and videos for English lessons, biographies, and micro-learning. I keep a consistent brand voice and maximize reach through cross‑platform repurposing, while continuously learning and refining my craft.

Sonny Santoso

I’m Sonny Santoso, a versatile professional blending an engineering mindset with creative media expertise. Over the past several years I’ve built and executed social media strategies that boosted engagement, grew audiences, and supported learning outcomes. I work with AI tools, modern design software, and video editing to deliver high-quality content across platforms. Based in Semarang, Indonesia, I craft content from concept to delivery — scripts, storyboards, and videos for English lessons, biographies, and micro-learning. I keep a consistent brand voice and maximize reach through cross‑platform repurposing, while continuously learning and refining my craft.

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I’m Sonny Santoso, a versatile professional blending an engineering mindset with creative media expertise. Over the past several years I’ve built and executed social media strategies that boosted engagement, grew audiences, and supported learning outcomes. I work with AI tools, modern design software, and video editing to deliver high-quality content across platforms.

Based in Semarang, Indonesia, I craft content from concept to delivery — scripts, storyboards, and videos for English lessons, biographies, and micro-learning. I keep a consistent brand voice and maximize reach through cross‑platform repurposing, while continuously learning and refining my craft.

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Language

Indonesian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Dutch
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Chinese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Social Media Manager at Self-Employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Scaled @StrongerGrit's TikTok following by leveraging short-form storytelling and from-scratch growth strategies; achieved a 1,060% surge in organic YouTube subscribers for @GrammarMinute in a single quarter; expanded @StrongerGrit's YouTube reach by 665% and drove a 1,874% engagement increase over six months. Scripted and edited 125+ short-form biography videos, and produced 25 long-form YouTube videos using AI and SEO to optimize titles and thumbnails for higher CTR. Created 40 short-form and 25 long-form English lesson videos for primary students. Led cross-platform content repurposing for Reels, TikTok, Shorts, and LinkedIn.
English Teacher at Wesley Christian School
December 1, 2019 - June 1, 2024
Designed an interactive English curriculum for 100+ students (Grades 1-6), achieving a 100% pass rate. Created engaging curriculum for 30+ Playgroup/Kindergarten students using Total Physical Response, achieving 95% comprehension. Taught English to diverse learners outside school hours.
Account Receivable at Makmur Lestari
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Managed accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, collections, and reconciliation.
Radio Frequency Analyst at PT Lexcorp Indonesia
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Provided RF analysis and optimization support for network performance and troubleshooting.
at PT Nexwave
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2014
Job title not specified in the resume; responsibilities not described.
at PT Siemens Indonesia
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2009
Job title not specified in the resume; responsibilities not described.

Education

Bachelor of Telecommunication at TELKOM University
August 1, 1997 - September 1, 2003
Diploma of Dutch Language at AKABA 17 Agustus University
September 2, 2010 - June 2, 2013

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services