Shanu Ahluwalia Vij

About Shanu Ahluwalia Vij

Experienced program leader and media & communications professional with a demonstrated history of driving impactful initiatives at Google and within the media industry. Passionate about education for social impact and empowering early-career talent. Deep expertise in program development, management, and execution, with a proven ability to collaborate across functions and markets, particularly in South Asia and across APAC.My 5+ years at Google include leading the India chapter of the Apprenticeship program from its inception, ensuring government compliance, and opening doors for diverse talent. I also drove YouTube Spaces\' scaled-program management through engaging pop-ups and virtual events, fostering creativity and community across APAC. These roles have honed my skills in:Program Development & Management: Crafting comprehensive strategies, managing complex projects, and driving results through data-driven insights.Social Impact & Early Career Development: Building programs that empower individuals and communities through education and opportunity.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Building strong relationships and partnerships across teams and markets to achieve common goals.People & Vendor Management: Leading diverse teams, cultivating talent, and effectively managing external partners.Beyond Google, I have 14+ years of experience in the media industry, leading teams to produce compelling video content for broadcast and digital platforms. I thrive on bringing ideas to life, from concept to completion, and have a passion for innovation and storytelling. My expertise includes content development & strategy, client relationship management, risk management, and writing for various platforms.I hold a Masters Degree in Mass Communication and an Executive Management Certification from Cornell University.Let\'s connect! I\'m always open to exploring new opportunities and collaborations that drive positive change.

Experience

1. Apac Lead, Apprenticeship & Traineeship Program, Google Org

   Google

   Nov 2024 — Present · Mumbai, IN

Education

• National Institute of Mass Communication

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies

  2003 — 2004

• NIIT Imperia & Google

  Certificate, Advance Online Advertising Programme

  2013 — 2014

• IAMAI

  Certificate, Digital Marketing

  2013 — 2013

• Cornell University

  Executive's Program in Management

• Army Public School Noida

  AISCE - 10+ 2, Commerce with Maths

  1997 — 2000

• Lady Shri Ram College For Women

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

  2000 — 2003

Skills

• Documentaries
• Entertainment
• Tv Production
• Facebook
• Television
• Producing
• Film
• Video Production
• Storytelling
• Post Production
• Content Management
• Content Strategy
• Broadcast Journalism
• Video
• Editorial
• Short Films
• Digital Media
• Film Production
• Social Media
• New Media
• Blogging
• Broadcast Television
• Broadcast
• Advertising
• Media Production