ANAYA BHATT
Palo Alto,CA
Summary
I am an undergraduate student pursuing a double major in Political Communications and International Affairs with a concentration in Conflict Resolution, at The School of Media of Public Affairs and The Elliot School of International Affairs at George Washington University in Washington, DC. I am a passionate published journalist, hoping to pursue a career in political strategy and campaigning. Given my experience in digital media, coupled with my field of study, I have a foundational knowledge that I hope to expand upon through lived work experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Director
GW Hatchet
Washington, DC
09.2022 - Current
- Writer for the opinions section of GW's student-led newspaper
- Wrote on topics from DC heat wave disparities and South Asian representation in politics
- Member of the Editorial Board
- Managed and did content creation for the Hatchet's Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok platforms
Press Intern
United States Senate
Washington, D.C.
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Press intern for Senior Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.)
- Wrote and sent out morning and afternoon press clips daily
- Drafted quotes, press releases, and social media content
- Updated and created press lists of journalists based on interests and identity
- Provided general assistance to the needs of the communications team.
AD23 District Office Intern
California State Assembly
Palo Alto, CA
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Researched and wrote policy briefs
- Facilitated field events for the Assemblymember
- Engaged with constituents via telephone, answering and directing questions and concerns.
Captain of the Congressional Team
Palo Alto Speech and Debate
Palo Alto, CA
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Developed research, writing, analytic, and argumentative skills debating domestic and foreign policy
- 1st Place Champion of the 2021 John Lewis Regional Invitational Tournament
- 2021 California State Championship Competitor
- Mentored novice debaters.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Communications And International Affairs
The George Washington University
Washington DC05.2026
High School Diploma -
Palo Alto High School
Palo Alto, CA05.2022
Skills
- Primary research and analysis
- AP writing style for news writing
- Survey creation and analysis
- Video and written editing
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, PremierePro and Lightroom
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Content creation across all social media platforms
Timeline
Press Intern
United States Senate
01.2024 - 05.2024
AD23 District Office Intern
California State Assembly
07.2023 - 08.2023
Social Media Director
GW Hatchet
09.2022 - Current
Captain of the Congressional Team
Palo Alto Speech and Debate
08.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Communications And International Affairs
The George Washington University
High School Diploma -
Palo Alto High School
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