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Ravi Pandya

Galloway,NJ

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Legislative Aid

Senator Vin Gopal's Office
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducted in-depth research on proposed legislation, providing valuable insights and analysis to support decision-making.
  • Assisted constituents of District 11 by addressing their concerns, questions, and inquiries, ensuring their needs were met efficiently and effectively.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills by making over 100 daily cold calls to seniors in the district, encouraging their participation in a tax reimbursement program.

Reporter

New Brunswick Today
01.2023 - Current
  • Acted as a dedicated reporter and writer, covering a wide array of local news topics, with a primary focus on politics, corruption, and business, providing insightful and well-researched content to inform and engage the community.
  • Collaborated closely with experienced editors to refine and polish articles, incorporating feedback and ensuring the highest editorial standards were met before publication.
  • Carefully compiled and verified a wide range of data sources, including law enforcement reports, government records, and community databases, to create a comprehensive and up-to-date repository of information.

Campaign Director

Charlie for Change Mayoral Campaign
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Played a key role in the 2022 New Brunswick Mayoral Election campaign by conducting door-to-door canvassing and organizing local events, contributing to the campaign's outreach and support-gathering efforts.
  • Utilized research skills to present critical data and insights, actively participating in debates, and contributing to the formulation of the candidate's policy platform.
  • Collaborated with the candidate's communications team to ensure a consistent and persuasive campaign message.

HVAC Technician

H.R. Mechanical
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Developed hands-on mechanical and problem-solving skills while working on the dismantling and installation of heating and cooling systems, ensuring their optimal performance and functionality.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy & Political Science

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
05.2023

Skills

  • Bilingual: Native proficiency in English and Gujarati; Fluent in Hindi
  • Secured sponsorships and donations from community businesses and individuals, to ensure the funding and success of a 10-day Hindu religious event which attracted an audience of over 250 attendees each night
  • Proficient in software: Competent in using Google applications (Docs, Slides, Sheets) and Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)
  • Customer Service: Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills acquired through more than five years of experience in the food service industry (driver, busser, server, bartender) and motel management

Timeline

Legislative Aid

Senator Vin Gopal's Office
08.2023 - Current

Reporter

New Brunswick Today
01.2023 - Current

Campaign Director

Charlie for Change Mayoral Campaign
01.2022 - 12.2022

HVAC Technician

H.R. Mechanical
01.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy & Political Science

Rutgers University

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