ANANTA PANCHAM
St. Thomas,U.S. Virgin Islands
Summary
Dynamic media professional with a proven track record at Virgin Islands Source, excelling in content creation and audience engagement. Spearheaded the launch of the territory's first digital newscast and generated over $20,000 in monthly sales. Adept in digital strategy and brand management, fostering diverse voices in journalism.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Publisher & Editor
Virgin Islands Source
11.2021 - Current
- Expanded daily news coverage across all three islands, strengthening hard-news, investigative, and accountability reporting while broadening diversity of content and voices.
- Launched the territory’s first regularly produced digital newscast through a sustainable broadcast partnership with NBC Caribbean.
- Built and scaled newsroom staff and contributor network.
- Generated more than $20,000 in additional monthly sales through advertising, sponsorships, and partnerships.
- Retired outstanding legacy liabilities and stabilized long-term operations.
Owner & Executive Producer
Mad Hot Media
01.2021 - Current
- Founded a full-service production company serving as the production arm for Virgin Islands Source.
- Produce digital newscasts, livestreams, special coverage, and sports programming.
Director of Communications & Alumni Relations
Antilles School
11.2014 - Current
- Lead institutional and alumni communications.
- Oversee brand voice across web, social, print, video, and events.
Communications & Public Relations Consultant
Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority
02.2021 - 06.2024
Territorial Director of Public Relations & Communications
U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Education
08.2011 - 11.2014
- Commissioner’s Award for Strong and Supportive Leadership (2014)
Education
B.A. - Writing
Sarah Lawrence College
High School Diploma -
Antilles School
Skills
- Content creation
- Audience engagement
- Digital strategy
- Broadcast production
- Investigative reporting
- Brand management
Personal Information
Title: Publisher & Editor | Journalist | Communications Strategist
Timeline
Publisher & Editor
Virgin Islands Source
11.2021 - Current
Communications & Public Relations Consultant
Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority
02.2021 - 06.2024
Owner & Executive Producer
Mad Hot Media
01.2021 - Current
Director of Communications & Alumni Relations
Antilles School
11.2014 - Current
Territorial Director of Public Relations & Communications
U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Education
08.2011 - 11.2014
B.A. - Writing
Sarah Lawrence College
High School Diploma -
Antilles School