Shweta Austin

Shweta Austin has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Shweta started their career as a Reporter at Alpha (Lab Journal) Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan in 1999. Shweta then worked as a Reporter/Sub-editor at The Pioneer, Delhi Edition, India from 2000 to 2003 and subsequently at Headlines Today, English news channel-India Today Group for a brief period in 2003.

In 2003, Shweta joined Hindustan Times, one of India's leading English national daily, as a Legal Reporter and later moved on to become a Legal Reporter at North Oil Company Qatar from 2003 to 2006. Shweta then transitioned into the field of Communications, working as an Internal Communications Specialist at ictQATAR from 2006 to 2007 and later as a Marcoms Specialist at the Government Information Management Office (GIMO) for the I-Gov Program for ictQATAR from 2007 to 2008.

Shweta further diversified their experience by working as an Internal Communications Specialist at malomatia from 2008 to 2012. Shweta then joined RasGas as a Senior Communications Specialist under Nes Global from 2013 to 2015. Following their stint at RasGas, Shweta embarked on a freelance career as a Communications Consultant from 2015 to 2020.

In 2020, they returned to the corporate world as a Communications Partner at North Oil Company Qatar. Shweta's extensive work experience showcases their skills and adaptability in various roles within journalism and communications.

Shweta Austin has a diverse educational background. Shweta obtained a Bachelor's Degree in History (Hons) from Jesus and Mary College. Shweta further pursued their education and earned a Master's Degree in History from Delhi University. Shweta also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism from Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan.

To enhance their professional skills, they participated in various specialized trainings. In 2007, they attended training on Essentials of Public Relations at IIRME-Dubai, followed by training on Strategic Internal Communications at the same institution. Additionally, they completed a program on Indian Art Appreciation at the Indian National Museum, Department of Museology and Conservation of Art.

In 2022, Shweta focused on enhancing their knowledge in specific areas. Shweta obtained a Yellow Belt in Lean Six Sigma from small peice enterprises. Furthermore, they completed a program on Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management, specifically Incident Command System (ICS) 300/320 - ICS for Expanding Incidents, at SpillConsult.

Overall, Shweta Austin's education history demonstrates their commitment to continuous learning and development in various fields, including history, journalism, public relations, internal communications, Lean Six Sigma, and crisis management.