Experience
boAt Lifestyle Market Research & Audio Intern — Mumbai | 06/2023–09/2023
- Led a 660-person survey for a flagship neckband
- Collaborated with research agencies on TWS products
- Tuned and benchmarked audio gear with CRYSOUND 6151
BLADE India Media & Content Partner — Pune/Mumbai | 02/2020–12/2021
- Captured in-flight videography for chartered helicopters
- Edited videos and sound design for projects
- Shot interiors for heliports
WebMinds & Aayan Shaikh Photography Founder — India | 01/2017–01/2020
- Led a creative team of 6+
- Designed websites and handled SEO
- Created graphics including posters, flyers, logos, UI/UX concepts
DJ Career
- Resident DJ at Cobbler and Crew (India’s #2 bar)
- Shared stage with Karan Kanchan, The Yellow Diary, SuReal
- Played at High Spirits, FREQ, Elephant and Co, QORA, Symbiosis
- Genres: Retro, Disco, House, EDM, Commercial, Latin (Kizomba, Bachata, Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba)
- 3rd Place, Dubai Bachata Amateur Jack and Jill
Education
- BBA, FinTech — Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, Pune (08/2022–06/2025)
- The Bishop’s School, Camp, Pune — Science (10th); Commerce + Math (12th)
Skills
- Product Planning & Testing
- Market Research
- Python Scripting
- Website Design & SEO
- Google Analytics
- Photoshop & Graphic Design
- Public Speaking
- Content Optimization
Awards & Certifications
- Intra-Faculty Best Research Paper Award (CBDC in India)
- Best Manager Award (Public Speaking & Leadership)
- Aspiring Researcher Award (Blockchain in Banking)
- Diploma in Photoshop (DiSHA Institute, Pune)
- National 2W Racing License (FIA Certified)
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Hindi (Fluent)
- German (Professional)
Publications
- “CBDC in India” – Edu-Vishan, 2022
- “Blockchain in the Banking Industry” – BBIT, 2022
Volunteering
- Aayan’s Little Helping Hands: Helped orphans access education, food, and shelter
- Vikas-ifi: Supplied tablets and SIM cards to rural students during the pandemic