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Qasim Waqar

Islamabad

Summary

Experienced Virtual Assistant and Community Manager with over 4 years of expertise in administrative support, customer service, and community development. Proficient in managing high-volume tasks and providing operational support across various industries. Proven ability to foster positive engagement in larger communities and streamline operations. A proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in remote and dynamic environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Community Coordinator & Newsletter Manager

Estate
08.2024 - Current
  • Spearhead community coordination for a rapidly growing membership program and collaborating closely with the Community Manager
  • Provide essential operational support during the development phase of the membership website and apps to ensure a seamless member experience
  • Manage the creation and distribution of six weekly newsletters, including content coordination, layout, proofreading, and scheduling
  • Collaborate with writers and creators to maintain consistent, high-quality newsletter content
  • Update promotional creatives within newsletters to align with brand partnerships and initiatives
  • Support company growth by prospecting and conducting outreach to potential partner companies
  • Identify and source companies that align with brand values and strategic goals.

Discord Community Manager

HypeFam
06.2024 - Current
  • Develop and execute strategies to create a vibrant and active community within HypeFam's Discord server
  • Design and implement engaging events, challenges, and activities to drive member interaction and participation
  • Utilize Discord's features and functionalities to enhance the community experience and promote a welcoming environment
  • Manage and moderate discussions, ensuring a safe and positive space for all members
  • Analyze community data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions
  • Communicate effectively with members, addressing concerns and creating a positive relationship with the community.

Discord Community Manager

PPG - Pakistani PC Gamers
04.2022 - Current
  • Moderating a Facebook Community Group of 155K+ members, ensuring that community guidelines are followed and members feel supported
  • Managing day-to-day operations of the Pakistani PC Gamers Discord Server with 8K+ members, creating engaging events and fostering a positive environment for members
  • Developing and implementing strategies to increase community engagement and growth
  • Collaborating with other team members to identify and address community concerns and issues
  • Monitoring Discord and responding to inquiries in a timely and professional manner
  • Continuously seeking new and innovative ways to improve the community experience for members.

Investor Support Specialist

BiggerPockets
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Provide a high level of specialized support to our members who are seeking to find an agent, lender, or other real estate professional
  • Communicate with investors directly via SMS
  • Naturally engage with investors and learn about their strategies and market
  • Document detailed notes for following up.

Content Operations Assistant

Estate
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Draft compelling email newsletters by collaborating with internal teams to curate content, format visuals, and ensure brand consistency
  • Ensure all content adheres to brand voice and style guidelines, maintaining a cohesive brand experience across platforms
  • Assist with various administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and enhance team efficiency.

Team Lead Operations

Nodeus
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Design, develop, and deliver technical training programs for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in customer support
  • Conduct regular assessments to measure the effectiveness of training programs and make necessary adjustments to ensure continuous improvement
  • Post on all the social media handles not limited to Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, etc
  • The relevant content to increase brand visibility, engagement, and followership across various social media channels
  • Monitor social media trends and analytics to identify opportunities for optimization and growth
  • Collaborate closely with the HR team to align technical training initiatives with the overall talent development strategy of the organization
  • Responding to customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner through various channels such as email or chat
  • Managing and resolving customer complaints effectively and efficiently, while maintaining a positive and empathetic attitude
  • Continuously developing knowledge and skills related to the company's products, services, and procedures, in order to provide the highest quality customer support.

Social Media Manager

Nodeus
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Develop and execute strategic media plans to increase brand visibility and engagement
  • Create and optimize media campaigns across various digital platforms
  • Conduct market research and analyze data to identify target audience segments and optimize campaign performance
  • Monitor and report on campaign metrics, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging media platforms to ensure innovative and effective media strategies.

Executive Assistant

BiggerPockets
04.2023 - 07.2024
  • Ensuring timely delivery of reports and updates
  • Prepare and send weekly and monthly reports to clients, tracking key metrics and progress on various campaigns
  • Monitor and analyze ad campaigns on Megaphone and AdvertiseCast, generating impressions reports
  • Assist with various projects as assigned by department managers, including research, and administrative tasks
  • Continuously strive for excellence in all aspects of work, maintaining a positive and proactive attitude towards challenges and opportunities.

Customer Support Specialist

BiggerPockets
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Have a thorough understanding of products, pricing, and the competition
  • Developing strategies and devising solutions to solve consumer problems
  • Keeping up with database maintenance and updating customer data
  • Building and maintaining connections with customers
  • Working cooperatively with all internal departments to guarantee efficient and reliable communication
  • Escalate complex tickets to senior analysts and help develop advanced solutions to customer inquiries
  • Working within the company platform to troubleshoot complex issues and configurations.

Content Writer

GameLoop
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Wrote articles on a regular basis for the GameLoop blog, covering a range of topics related to mobile gaming, game optimization, and game news
  • Conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracy and relevance of all blog content, and adhered to strict editorial guidelines
  • Worked with the marketing and social media teams to create compelling social media descriptions and announcements for new GameLoop features, events, and partnerships
  • Collaborated with the design team to ensure that all written content was visually engaging and optimized for readability
  • Monitored industry trends to stay up-to-date on best practices for content creation
  • Received positive feedback from colleagues on the quality and effectiveness of written content.

Technical Support Specialist

GameLoop
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Resolved client issues through chat, ensuring timely and satisfactory solutions
  • Investigated and escalated unresolved issues to appropriate internal teams, collaborating with them to find effective solutions
  • Gathered and analyzed user feedback, providing valuable insights to the development team to improve product offerings
  • Created detailed solution articles to help clients resolve issues independently and efficiently
  • Contributed to team knowledge base by sharing information, tips and tricks to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness.

Community Moderator

PUBG Corporation
12.2020 - 12.2022
  • Collaborated with other moderators to create and implement effective strategies for managing the community and handling various issues, including technical glitches, inappropriate behavior, and disputes among players
  • Worked closely with the game developers and publishers to provide feedback on the game's features, mechanics, and user experience based on the feedback and insights gathered from the community
  • Organized and hosted community events such as tournaments, giveaways, and live streams, attracting hundreds of participants and viewers and fostering a sense of engagement and camaraderie among players
  • Established and maintained a positive reputation for the community and the game by responding to queries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and professional manner and actively promoting fair play, sportsmanship, and respect for fellow players.

Senior Event Manager

GameLoop
12.2021 - 09.2022
  • Developed and executed the world's first official emulator esports program, LoopCup Championship
  • Organized and managed a variety of successful esports events, including:

a. The world's first official emulator tournament for PUBG Mobile, featuring participants from 30+ countries and collaboration with 35+ game streamers

b. Free Fire events for four different regions with a total of 2500 participants, collaborating with regional content creators and casters

c. A Call of Duty: Mobile tournament with 1500+ players from all over the globe

d. The world's biggest PUBG Mobile emulator tournament, with a massive prize pool of $3000, 250+ teams from all over the world participating, and 150 streamers partnered

  • Developed and maintained relationships with key partners, including sponsors, and influencers
  • Managed and coordinated event logistics, including scheduling, marketing, and technical aspects
  • Provided leadership and support to team members and volunteers, ensuring a positive and productive work environment
  • Continuously sought out new and innovative ways to improve and grow the LoopCup Championship program.

Community Moderator

Forevernine,Inc
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Moderated an active community of 860K members, maintaining a positive and engaging atmosphere while enforcing community guidelines and addressing member concerns
  • Enhanced communication and multi-tasking skills by managing multiple conversations and responding to member inquiries in a timely and effective manner
  • Made significant contributions to the success of the Island King community and gained valuable skills in community management and social media strategy.

Education

Associate of Arts - Philosophy

Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education
Gujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan
2020

High School Diploma -

Govt. High School
Kharian
2018

Skills

  • Administrative Assistance
  • Community Development
  • Administrative tasks
  • Volunteer Management
  • Event oversight
  • Written Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Team Collaboration

Certification

  • Graphic Design
  • E-Commerce Management
  • Technical Support Fundamentals
  • Planning for a Google Workspace Deployment

Projects

NODEUS REBRANDING (PREVIOUSLY OFFICE IN HANDS)


Spearheaded the comprehensive rebranding of Office In Hands to Nodeus, a company specializing in outsourced customer support and solutions. This project involved extensive research, creative development, and implementation across all brand touchpoints.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conducted in-depth market research and competitor analysis to identify brand positioning opportunities.
• Proposed and collaborated with the CEO to brainstorm and refine a new brand name, ultimately selecting "Nodeus."
• Designed a distinctive logo that visually represents Nodeus' core values and target audience.
• Developed and launched a new website showcasing Nodeus' services and expertise.
• Created a cohesive brand identity by designing official company stationery and other marketing materials.
• Managed the transition and redesign of all Nodeus social media platforms.

This project successfully established a distinct and professional brand image for Nodeus and contributed to a more modern and competitive market presence.


LoopCup Championship


Spearheaded the development and execution of the LoopCup Championship, the world's first official emulator esports program aimed at recognizing and showcasing the skills of potential gamers on mobile games who play on Emulator. The goal was to provide an opportunity for these players to compete and be recognized at the state, national, and international levels.

Under my supervision, we organized and managed a variety of successful esports events, including the world's first official emulator tournament for PUBG Mobile, Free Fire events for four different regions, a Call of Duty: Mobile tournament, and the world's biggest PUBG Mobile emulator tournament, which had a massive prize pool of $3000, and saw the participation of 250+ teams from all over the world, and 150 partnered streamers. These tournaments drew participants from 40+ countries, and had a total of 3M+ views.

I developed and maintained relationships with key partners, including sponsors and influencers, to ensure the success of the program. I also managed and coordinated event logistics, including scheduling, marketing, and technical aspects, while providing supervision and support to team members and volunteers, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.

Through my efforts, the LoopCup Championship program grew and expanded, continuously seeking out new and innovative ways to improve and provide a platform for Emulator players to showcase their skills. This project was a testament to my skills in project management, leadership, and innovation, and I am proud to have been a part of it.

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Urdu
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Community Coordinator & Newsletter Manager

Estate
08.2024 - Current

Investor Support Specialist

BiggerPockets
07.2024 - 08.2024

Discord Community Manager

HypeFam
06.2024 - Current

Content Operations Assistant

Estate
05.2024 - 08.2024

Team Lead Operations

Nodeus
04.2024 - 08.2024

Social Media Manager

Nodeus
06.2023 - 08.2024

Executive Assistant

BiggerPockets
04.2023 - 07.2024

Customer Support Specialist

BiggerPockets
01.2023 - 04.2023

Content Writer

GameLoop
10.2022 - 03.2023

Technical Support Specialist

GameLoop
08.2022 - 02.2023

Discord Community Manager

PPG - Pakistani PC Gamers
04.2022 - Current

Senior Event Manager

GameLoop
12.2021 - 09.2022

Community Moderator

PUBG Corporation
12.2020 - 12.2022

Community Moderator

Forevernine,Inc
12.2020 - 03.2021

Associate of Arts - Philosophy

Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education

High School Diploma -

Govt. High School
  • Graphic Design
  • E-Commerce Management
  • Technical Support Fundamentals
  • Freelancing
  • Planning for a Google Workspace Deployment
Qasim Waqar