I’m Sanae Ya Daruvala, a senior marketing and communications consultant with 10 years of experience across agency, corporate, and independent consulting environments. I partner with founders, leadership teams, and established brands to shape marketing strategy, brand positioning, communications, and a strong digital presence—built on market research, competitive analysis, and deep audience understanding.…

Sanae Ya Daruvala

I’m Sanae Ya Daruvala, a senior marketing and communications consultant with 10 years of experience across agency, corporate, and independent consulting environments. I partner with founders, leadership teams, and established brands to shape marketing strategy, brand positioning, communications, and a strong digital presence—built on market research, competitive analysis, and deep audience understanding.…

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I’m Sanae Ya Daruvala, a senior marketing and communications consultant with 10 years of experience across agency, corporate, and independent consulting environments. I partner with founders, leadership teams, and established brands to shape marketing strategy, brand positioning, communications, and a strong digital presence—built on market research, competitive analysis, and deep audience understanding.

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English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Website Design & Development Consultant at Trinket Tree
June 1, 2026 - July 1, 2026
Led a B2B website from strategy through delivery, covering information architecture, navigation, visual design, content presentation, and image refinement. Structured the site around international B2B capabilities including custom branding, white labelling, corporate gifting, and bulk ordering for clients such as Ross Stores, Burlington, TK Maxx, Nordstrom, Urban Outfitters, and Selfridges.
Digital Communications & Marketing Consultant at South Asian Contemporary Art Amsterdam
January 1, 2026 - Present
Shaped and managed the gallery’s digital presence across exhibitions, programmes, artists, and institutional activity. Led social media strategy, content development, Meta advertising, website development, and ongoing site maintenance. Managed monthly email marketing from copy and design through campaign setup and distribution, maintaining consistent presence across social, web, and email channels.
Marketing & Comms Consultant at Allegory: A Tapestry of Guru Nanak's Travels
March 20, 2025 - August 1, 2026
Lead marketing strategy and digital communications for a 24-episode documentary series tracing Guru Nanak’s life and travels across 150+ multi-faith sites in nine countries. Direct social media strategy and digital marketing across Meta and YouTube for a global audience, supporting sustained visibility and audience growth.
Marketing & Communications Consultant at Allegory: A Tapestry of Guru Nanak's Travels
March 1, 2025 - August 1, 2026
Led marketing strategy and digital communications for a 24-episode documentary tracing Guru Nanak’s life and travels across 150+ multi-faith sites in nine countries. Directed social media strategy and digital marketing across Meta and YouTube for a global audience, supporting sustained visibility and audience growth.
Copywriter at Havas Middle East
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Develop social media communication and campaign messaging for First Abu Dhabi Bank.
Copywriter at Havas Middle East / First Abu Dhabi Bank
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Developed social media communication and campaign messaging for First Abu Dhabi Bank through Havas Middle East.
SEO & Website Development Consultant at Pixxel
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Led SEO and website redevelopment initiatives for a deep-tech company, spanning search engine optimisation, content optimisation, website design, and development to strengthen organic visibility and discoverability.
Brand & Market Strategy Consultant at POPKON Creatives
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Brought in ahead of an established Saudi brand’s entry into a competitive FMGC category. Conducted market and category research, competitive analysis, and strategic consultation across branding, positioning, and colour strategy.
Marketing & Communications Consultant at Nanak Shah Fakir
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024
Led marketing strategy, social media, creative communications, and digital marketing across Meta and YouTube for a three-time National Award-winning film screened at Cannes, Los Angeles, Toronto, and Rashtrapati Bhavan for the President of India, supported by significant monthly media budgets.
Design & Brand Communications Consultant at The Vibrant Group India
January 1, 2022 - Present
Conceptualised and developed a premium Mumbai real-estate brochure, including leading concept, design, and copy; plus branding and visual treatment for a rooftop space.
Digital Communications & Marketing Consultant at Amazing Vacations India
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Led social media, design, and Meta digital marketing to promote New South Wales, Australia to Indian audiences.
Brand, Launch & Marketing Consultant at Next Level Fitness
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Developed the brand from concept to launch, covering logo, typography, and brand guidelines for a 4,000 sq. ft. physical environment. Supported staff apparel, merchandise, and customer touchpoints, alongside launch strategy, social media, and Meta/Google advertising.
Digital Communications & Marketing Consultant at BLUNT
March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2026
Five-year consulting engagement spanning brand communications, digital marketing, and growth across multiple locations and business units. Shaped and executed national digital presence across social media, major campaigns, salon launches, website redevelopment, and performance marketing. Managed Meta and Google advertising, customer acquisition initiatives, and supported content and design development with a blend of strategic planning and hands-on execution.
Copywriter at The Voice Authority Agency
January 1, 2021 - Present
Copywriter at LoaningHub Inc.
January 1, 2021 - Present
Copywriter & Video Production at Tantraa
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Worked across copywriting and video production for brands including H&M and Raheja QBE.
Copywriter & Video Production at Tantra
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Worked across copywriting and video production for brands including H&M and Raheja QBE.
Website Design & Development at Nivasti Real Estate Group
January 1, 2019 - Present
Marketing & Brand Communications Consultant at Shri Hari Har Trust
January 1, 2018 - Present
Website Design & Development at UnLTD India
January 1, 2018 - Present
Copywriter at Contract India
January 1, 2018 - Present
Copywriter at Runway Kit
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Website Design & Development at Moshe Shek
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Copywriter at WordCraft
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Marketing & Brand Communications Consultant at Essential Biocare
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Supported brand launch across branding, website development, design, social media, and photography.
Digital Communications & Marketing Consultant at V Care Foundation
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Managed design, social media, website content, and Meta digital marketing.
Marketing & Brand Communications Consultant at ContSync
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Led a brand launch across branding, website development, design, social media, and photography.
Brand Identity & Website Consultant at RSDE
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Redesigned the logo; developed murals and visual branding across commercial and residential interiors. Supported copywriting and company profile development.
Copywriter at Sureshot Advertising
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Digital Communications & Marketing Consultant at Turmgel™ Turmeric Lozenges
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Long-term engagement covering social media strategy, content development, brand communication, campaign planning, and Meta advertising.
Account Manager & Copywriter at Nutmeg Advertising
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Worked as both Account Manager and Copywriter on VIP Skybags, managing the account while contributing directly to brand and campaign communications.
Copywriter at Quadrum Solutions Ltd.
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Developed copy and marketing communication for Hindustan Unilever, Tata Group, Tata Chemicals, and related spaces, including support across café and infinity pool communications.
Copywriter at Reliance Brands Ltd.
January 1, 2015 - Present
Copywriter at Leo Burnett
January 1, 2015 - Present
Marketing & Brand Communications Consultant at Vibrant Holiday Destinations Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2015 - Present
Marketing Strategy & Communications (Consulting/Role described under agency experience) at Tangerine Online Reputation Management
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2025
Developed content strategy and brand communication for brands including Alberto Torresi, Just Jewellery, MasterChef Ajay Chopra, Sirona, Skyrrup, and Tanishq; also worked with TATA Global Beverages and Aditya Birla Group.
Marketing Strategy & Communications at Tangerine Online Reputation Management
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2025
Developed content strategy and brand communication for clients including Alberto Torresi, Just Jewellery, MasterChef Ajay Chopra, Sirona, Skyrrup, and Tanishq; also supported Tata Global Beverages and Aditya Birla Group.
Copywriter at Think Creative AdSolutions Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Founder | Marketing Strategy & Communications Consultant at MOMSC RIBE COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS
January 1, 2014 - Present
Lead marketing and communications strategy across long-term consulting partnerships and focused strategic engagements. Support positioning, narrative, market context, content strategy, digital presence, and integrated marketing, directing specialist execution across content, design, websites, social media, and paid media where required.
Copywriter at Cause & Effect
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Developed campaign communication, marketing collateral, and brand messaging for Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund, Enchanted Valley Carnival, Knockaround, and others.
Founder | Marketing Strategy & Communications Consultant at M O M S C R I B E
January 1, 2014 - Present
Independent marketing and communications consultancy working with founders, leadership teams, and established brands. Lead marketing and communications strategy across long-term consulting partnerships, focusing on strategic engagement. Advise on positioning, narrative, market context, content strategy, digital presence, and integrated marketing; direct specialist execution across content, design, websites, social media, and paid media where required.
Copywriter at Law & Kenneth Saatchi & Saatchi
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Developed campaign and brand communication for Club Mahindra, Exide Life Insurance, Novartis, Omkar Realtors, Tata Housing, and VIP Industries. Contributed to pitches for Housing.com and Adlabs Imagica.
Production Assistant at BBC Worldwide Media
January 1, 2012 - Present
Production Assistant at August Moon Productions
January 1, 2011 - Present
Event Assistant at Indigo Kids Edutainment
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011

Education

Graduate Certificate at Harvard University, Extension School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Mass Media, Advertising at Jai Hind College, Mumbai
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Graduate Certificate (Marketing Management) at Jai Hind College, Mumbai
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Mass Media, Advertising at Harvard University, Extension School
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Other

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