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Hi, I’m Prathikaa Shastry. I am an aspiring journalist with a background in psychology and journalism, skilled in research, storytelling, and audience-focused communication. I have a strong interest in reporting on social issues, mental health, and human behavior, and I strive for inclusive and ethical narratives. I am adaptable and proactive, committed to continuous learning and professional development as I cover stories that matter and connect with diverse audiences.…Hi, I’m Prathikaa Shastry. I am an aspiring journalist with a background in psychology and journalism, skilled in research, storytelling, and audience-focused communication. I have a strong interest in reporting on social issues, mental health, and human behavior, and I strive for inclusive and ethical narratives. I am adaptable and proactive, committed to continuous learning and professional development as I cover stories that matter and connect with diverse audiences.

Prathikaa Shastry

Writer, Content Creator, Video Editor, +5

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Hi, I’m Prathikaa Shastry. I am an aspiring journalist with a background in psychology and journalism, skilled in research, storytelling, and audience-focused communication. I have a strong interest in reporting on social issues, mental health, and human behavior, and I strive for inclusive and ethical narratives. I am adaptable and proactive, committed to continuous learning and professional development as I cover stories that matter and connect with diverse audiences.…Hi, I’m Prathikaa Shastry. I am an aspiring journalist with a background in psychology and journalism, skilled in research, storytelling, and audience-focused communication. I have a strong interest in reporting on social issues, mental health, and human behavior, and I strive for inclusive and ethical narratives. I am adaptable and proactive, committed to continuous learning and professional development as I cover stories that matter and connect with diverse audiences.

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Hi, I’m Prathikaa Shastry. I am an aspiring journalist with a background in psychology and journalism, skilled in research, storytelling, and audience-focused communication. I have a strong interest in reporting on social issues, mental health, and human behavior, and I strive for inclusive and ethical narratives.

I am adaptable and proactive, committed to continuous learning and professional development as I cover stories that matter and connect with diverse audiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Beginner

Beginner

Beginner

Language

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Intern Journalist at The Times of India

June 2, 2025 - July 1, 2025

Gained hands-on experience in field reporting, including conducting interviews and collecting primary information; performed research and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and credibility in news reporting; produced and submitted news articles with strict deadlines; participated in editorial meetings and contributed story ideas; assisted in planning and covering press events; applied editing skills to refine content quality; published 11 newspaper articles.

Video Presenter at Atha Construction

July 2, 2025 - July 18, 2025

Contributed to scripted editing for promotional and informational content; delivered clear and confident on-camera presentation; strengthened on-camera communication and message delivery skills.

Volunteer at The Inclusion Movement, Bengaluru

December 1, 2024 - Present

Engaged in weekend volunteer work; supported inclusive community initiatives for individuals with disabilities; aided disability awareness initiatives with Deloitte and NetApp (Bengaluru) through public engagement, resume guidance, mock interviews, and sensory awareness booths; basic proficiency in Indian Sign Language to support inclusive communication; provided academic mentorship to college students and developed tactile learning resources to improve accessibility for visually impaired learners.

Volunteer at The Inclusion Movement

December 1, 2024 - Present

Engaged in weekend volunteer work supporting an inclusive community for individuals with disabilities. Led disability awareness initiatives with Deloitte and NetApp (Bengaluru) through public engagement, resume guidance, mock interviews, and sensory awareness booths. Basic proficiency in Indian Sign Language to support inclusive communication. Provided academic mentorship to college students and developed tactile learning resources to improve accessibility for visually impaired learners.

Intern Journalist at The Times of India, Bengaluru

June 2, 2025 - July 1, 2025

Gained hands-on experience in field reporting by collecting primary information; performed research and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and credibility in news reporting; participated in editorial meetings and contributed story ideas; assisted in planning and covering press events; applied editing skills to refine content quality; published 11 newspaper articles.