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I'm Lyka Nierras, Communications Expert with 8 years experience in the tech & entertainment industry.

MY STORY

I'm a results-driven communications and project manager with 8 years of experience in the tech and gaming industry, specializing in internal communications, employer branding, employee engagement events, DEI programs, and cross-functional team collaboration.

Adept at leading projects from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals, optimizing workflows, and driving efficiency in dynamic environments.

Highly experienced in planning, budgeting, managing multiple projects and events at a time with international stakeholders.

Created, designed, and launched corporate intranet platforms with Sharepoint and PowerApps, and managed websites using CMS platforms Wordpress and Wix. Adept to the tech industry and fast-paced environments.

MY SKILLS

Live & Remote Events Management, Company-wide off site events, All-hands meetings, Town Halls

Employer Branding, Employee Communications and Engagement, Crisis Communications, Messaging,
Development of DE&I programs

Working with C-Level Executives, Cross-country collaboration and team management (France, US, India, Singapore, Vietnam, and more)

Intranet Portal development, Graphic Design, Video Production and Editing, use of live remote experience streaming tools

Public and Media Relations, Press and Influencer relations,
Public Speaking, Hosting, Executive Messaging and Media Training

Social Media
Strategy, Content Creation, Data Analytics,
Event Post-mortem and ROI Analysis
Social Listening Analysis

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

Employee Engagement Events, Programs, and company transformation projects

Led online, hybrid, and on-site events from concept to execution:

All-hands meetings, crisis HR meetings
Monthly town halls
DEI Programs and events: Sign Language Workshop, Women's Night Celebration, Women in Gaming Panel, Color Blind Accessibility Guidelines, Pride Month Talks and Celebration
Holiday parties (Halloween, Christmas, Chinese New Year)
Off site Year-End Anniversary Parties
Company-Wide Off-site Team Buildings

Led in major company transformation announcements and programs:

Office relocations
Leadership and organizational changes
Financial updates and other HR sensitive topics

Employer Branding

Awards & Projects

Headed development of Employer Brand application and programs & achieved:

Asia CEO Awards 2024 Wellness Company of the Year Grand Winner
Asia CEO Awards 2024 Circle of Excellence Awardee for Diversity Company of the Year
Asia CEO Awards 2023 Circle of Excellence Awardee for Wellness Company of the Year
Asia CEO Awards 2022 Circle of Excellence Awardee for Top Employer of the Year
Universum Top Employer of the Year 3 years in a row (2021, 2023 2023)
Great Place to Work (2021)

Strategy & Messaging Development, Media Training for executives and leads

Developed strategy presentations, exec speeches and emails, and messaging guide for executives and leads where needed, headed all-hands meetings for crisis communications.

Successfully managed executives during C-Level events, such as:

Raashi Sikka (Global VP of D&I, Ubisoft)
Anika Grant (Chief People Officer, Ubisoft)
Jean-Francois Vallee (Zone Managing Director of Ubisoft Singapore, Philippines, India, and Vietnam),
Christian Go (Country Manager, Ubisoft Philippines)
Conducted media training and briefing processes, while effectively communicating in verbal and written formats, representing the company to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Transformation projects, Corporate Employee Content, Intranet and Newsletters

• Developed and maintained internal communication platforms through content development and management platforms SharePoint and WordPress.

• Led and managed digital content strategy for all internal platforms: intranet portal, global internal sites/blogs, monthly newsletters, and digital signages.

• Led, trained, and mentored teams through complex transformation projects such as global internet platform change.

• Launched Ambassador Program and developed employee content for Meta, Instagram, YouTube, corporate website, and more.

UBISOFT STUDIO PRESS LAUNCH

External and Internal Comms project: End-to end project management

In charge of concept and event theme, including branding and creation of key visuals, budgeting, and overall execution.
Handled all press and media, content creator and influencer relations, including post-event interviews.
Handled media training and messaging guides for all executive leadership and ambassadors, working with developers and leaders for their presentations.
Organized an extended studio tour and developer showcase with 50-60 media and influencers. Developed showcase presentations with speakers.
Prepared media kit; Curated and produced content creator gift.
Wrote the press release and email marketing design and content for the event.
Sourced key marketing partners and sponsors: Wacom, Huion, and Lenovo Philippines.
Managed social media content plan and post-event video.
Organized employee after-party celebration and swag.

BEYOND WORK

An avid gamer, streamer, content creator

Twitch Channel

Youtube Channel