ANJALI NAYAK
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Earned the prestigious UC Berkeley Regents scholarship award, given to only 5,000 students in each graduating class. Currently a student attending the University of California, Berkeley, studying Political Science and Music. Flexible professional with experience in social justice organizations, journalism, audio/recording, luthier, and music at a professional level. Operates well in both individual and team capacities. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill professions that connect business, arts, and advocacy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
DAILY CALIFORNIAN WRITER
DAILY CALIFORNIAN
Berkeley, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Worked within the Opinion and Arts/Entertainment sections at Berkeley's local paper.
- Crafted well-written, thought provoking pieces that both reflect and enhance the wider Berkeley community.
DIRECTOR OF ENTERTAINMENT
CALTV
Berkeley, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Accumulated over 100k views through directing and editing long-form unscripted documentary styled videos concerning different communities at UC Berkeley.
- Successfully handled and depicted misunderstood communities on campus.
DIRECTOR OF DEI
CALTV
Berkeley, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Made sure that each piece of content put out in Berkeley's premiere media company did not discriminate nor harm any communities.
- Managed internal conflicts within the company.
Music Teacher
Zoe Blake and Co. Instruction
Berkeley, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging curriculum tailored to diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Facilitated individual and group lessons, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and adapted teaching methods accordingly.
- Mentored junior instructors, sharing best practices for effective music education delivery.
Artists and Repertoire (A&R) Manager
Public School Records
Berkeley, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Worked alongside independent artists and musicians in order to write, distribute, and market original music within the Bay Area.
MUSIC COMPOSER
CINEMATIC ARTS AND PRODUCTION STUDIO
Berkeley, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Created musical landscapes and pieces in coordination with student films.
- Worked side by side live musicians to record, edit, and mix their sounds.
GUITAR LUTHIER
SELF-EMPLOYED
Los Gatos, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Designed and assembled electric guitars in a sustainable fashion.
- Utilized an experience of woodworking and circuitry as well as painting and artistry.
- Sold 15 made-from-scratch guitars to local music schools in order to allow for cheap rental and availability to low-income students.
GUITAR TECH
THE ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Los Gatos, CA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Fixed and refinished instruments in order to ensure long-term playability.
- Utilized an advanced knowledge of electronics circuitry and woodworking skills to diagnose complex problems.
MUSIC TEACHER
ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Los Gatos, CA
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted one-on-one classes with students ranging from 6-12 based in music theory, instrumentation, and melody.
- Specialized in incorporating equitable resources and instructional practices to meet the needs of neurodivergent students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Political Science And Music
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley06.2028
High School Diploma - US
Westmont High School
CA06.2024
Skills
- Teaching
- Electronics wiring
- Audio Recording/Editing
- Video Editing
- Effective writing
- Music Production
- Video Directing
- Project management
- Musicianship
- Creative writing
- Research
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Arabic
Professional Working
Timeline
Music Teacher
Zoe Blake and Co. Instruction
08.2025 - Current
Artists and Repertoire (A&R) Manager
Public School Records
08.2025 - Current
DIRECTOR OF DEI
CALTV
05.2025 - Current
DAILY CALIFORNIAN WRITER
DAILY CALIFORNIAN
09.2024 - Current
DIRECTOR OF ENTERTAINMENT
CALTV
09.2024 - Current
MUSIC COMPOSER
CINEMATIC ARTS AND PRODUCTION STUDIO
08.2023 - Current
GUITAR TECH
THE ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MUSIC
08.2023 - 05.2024
MUSIC TEACHER
ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MUSIC
06.2023 - 04.2024
GUITAR LUTHIER
SELF-EMPLOYED
01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma - US
Westmont High School
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Political Science And Music
University of California, Berkeley