Hi, I’m Payal Singh, a social media strategist and communications professional based in Brighton, UK, with 5+ years of experience building campaigns that drive action on climate, race equity, education, and waste management. I specialize in content creation, audience research, community engagement, visual design, and cross-cultural storytelling. In my current role as Social Media Strategy Intern at Social for Good, I help with client social media audits, strategic recommendations, and campaign support across Instagram, Meta, X, and LinkedIn.

Payal Singh

Hi, I’m Payal Singh, a social media strategist and communications professional based in Brighton, UK, with 5+ years of experience building campaigns that drive action on climate, race equity, education, and waste management. I specialize in content creation, audience research, community engagement, visual design, and cross-cultural storytelling. In my current role as Social Media Strategy Intern at Social for Good, I help with client social media audits, strategic recommendations, and campaign support across Instagram, Meta, X, and LinkedIn.

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Hi, I’m Payal Singh, a social media strategist and communications professional based in Brighton, UK, with 5+ years of experience building campaigns that drive action on climate, race equity, education, and waste management.

I specialize in content creation, audience research, community engagement, visual design, and cross-cultural storytelling. In my current role as Social Media Strategy Intern at Social for Good, I help with client social media audits, strategic recommendations, and campaign support across Instagram, Meta, X, and LinkedIn.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced

Work Experience

Social Media Strategy Intern at Social for Good
June 1, 2026 - Present
Led a comprehensive social media audit for client Help on Your Doorstep across Instagram, Meta, X, and LinkedIn, using performance data, audience research, and competitor benchmarking to identify Instagram as the highest-growth channel (+111% reach) and deliver 10+ strategic recommendations on content and channel investment. Created Canva design assets and visual recommendations to support brand consistency and content delivery across client channels. Supported influencer campaign research for Cafe Direct, vetting content creators’ profiles for brand safety. Shadowed Meta paid social delivery for Manchester Trust Foundation and project documentation processes to build campaign and budget management skills. Developed and delivered an internal Claude AI workshop and personalised 1:1 sessions to upskill the team on AI-assisted workflows.
Race Equity Communications Officer at University of Sussex
October 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026
Created Instagram content and campaign assets enhancing visibility of race equity goals across staff and student audiences. Coordinated communications for Sussex Festival of Ideas, organizing cross-stakeholder panel and driving campus engagement. Designed and delivered workshops reaching 30+ student representatives across four faculties on race equity issues. Co-delivered advocacy training with Race Equity Lead, strengthening departmental action planning.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Campaign Creator at Kachrewalas Foundation (Waste People)
February 1, 2025 - Present
Designed 5 waste management campaign posters for Andaman Islands using humor and stark visuals. Developed Hindi-language messaging strategy ensuring cultural relevance and behaviour change.
Climate Fellow at Sustainability Mafia
November 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Collaborated with 5+ climate tech experts on communications around waste management and circular economy. Built cross-sector networks and sustainability communications expertise through interdisciplinary workshops.
Teaching Fellow & SustainED Founder at Teach For India
June 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Founded SustainED sustainability campaign across 5+ schools, impacting 190+ students and 40+ parents. Delivered sustainability speech at The American Embassy School to 20+ nationalities. Secured $1,320 in funding for educational resources benefiting 150+ students.
Social Media Consultant at Meraki Digital
March 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Spearheaded social media marketing efforts for client Daily Dump, devising strategies to boost online presence. Formulated and implemented content plans across Reddit, Instagram, and Facebook. Crafted event scripts and identified guest speakers; generated creative concepts for live brand events, including anniversary celebrations.
Waste Management Fellow at Indiahikes
May 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
Grew IH Greentrails Instagram by 700+ followers through strategic content and community engagement. Delivered public speeches on waste segregation to 2,000+ combined audience (trekkers, students, teachers). Led 25+ upcycling workshops and implemented zero-waste system diverting 3,000 kg of waste.

Education

MA in Media Practice for Development & Social Change at University of Sussex
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Bachelor in Mass Media (Journalism) at Jai Hind College, Mumbai
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Climate Fellowship — Terra.do
January 1, 2025 - July 3, 2026
Research Design and Primary Data Collection — Azim Premji University
January 1, 2025 - July 3, 2026
Introduction to Climate Change — CARE Climate & Resilience Academy
January 1, 2024 - July 3, 2026
Sustainable Plastic Waste Management — Centre for Science & Environment, New Delhi
January 1, 2021 - July 3, 2026
Climate Reality Leadership Program
January 1, 2020 - July 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services