Shelana Azora Thomas
About Shelana Azora Thomas
Shelana Azora Thomas is a Senior Community Manager at Jellysmack, with a diverse background in film production and community engagement. She has co-founded a female-based film platform and produced short films that received nominations at notable film festivals.
Current Role at Jellysmack
Shelana Azora Thomas serves as a Senior Community Manager at Jellysmack, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on building and nurturing community engagement across various platforms. Her responsibilities include developing strategies to enhance user interaction and fostering a supportive environment for content creators.
Previous Experience in Community and Sales Management
Prior to her current role, Thomas gained experience in various positions that contributed to her expertise in community and sales management. She worked at EE as a Sales Advisor from 2019 to 2020 and at URBN as a Sales Assistant from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she was a TestBeds Accelerator Artist at the University of Bedfordshire from 2018 to 2019, where she co-founded the female-based film platform 'Gurls Du Filme'.
Educational Background
Thomas studied English Language and Literature at University College London (UCL) from 2013 to 2016, achieving a degree in the subject. Prior to that, she attended Seven Kings Sixth Form from 2011 to 2013, where she excelled in English Literature, Media Studies, and Drama & Theatre Studies, earning top grades.
Film Production and Contributions
In the realm of film production, Thomas produced short films 'Blue' and '4C', both of which received nominations at the Brighton CineCity and Cambridge Film Festival in 2018. She also participated in the SHORTFLIX development programme in 2017, collaborating with Creative England and Sky Arts, further showcasing her commitment to the arts.
Content Creation and Partnerships
In addition to her role at Jellysmack, Thomas has been working as a Content Writer at Bsynergetic since 2021, where she creates blog content aimed at university students and graduates. She also partnered with the Royal Opera House on the Artsmark 'Arts & Culture' project during 2019 and 2020, highlighting her involvement in cultural initiatives.