Agustin Flores Spada Email & Phone Number

Mexico City Metropolitan Area

Mexico City Metropolitan Area

• Responsible for devising the site's publishing strategy and commissioning content creation across all segments and different international markets.• Monitor and implement customer usage data, market feedback, and ELT and content-creation trends to develop new series ideas and incorporate new technologies and media outlets such as Kahoot!, generative AI, social media, and digital marketing.• Find ways to make the most out of a reduced budget and staff, identify opportunities, and find ways to develop new authors or editors.• Successfully led the content creation process of the ESDC worksheets aimed at helping teachers incorporate sustainability and global citizenship into their ELT classes.

Mexico City, Cdmx, Mexico

Demonstrated strong project management skills by serving as the primary point of contact for internal departments on two complex editorial projects.Contributed to the budget planning and preparation of Story Central Plus, including monitoring editorial costs and creating project schedules.Collaborated with editorial and design suppliers and freelancers, ensuring timely delivery and high quality of work for each project, and providing constructive feedback as needed.Worked with cross-functional teams to create and manage editorial schedules, identifying potential bottlenecks and opportunities for efficiency to meet print deadlines.Improved processes and workflows through proactive input and analysis, resulting in streamlined and effective results.Provided editorial expertise and mentorship to team members and cross-functional colleagues to enhance their understanding and performance of tasks.

Mexico City, Cdmx, Mexico

Successfully served as a freelance writer and editor for both mass media outlets and ELT publishing for over 15 years.Led and managed production teams to produce high-quality printed and digital materials, including news articles and ELT books and websites.Demonstrated expertise in strategic communications and social media communications while working with esteemed ELT publishers such as Richmond Publishing and UNOi.

Mexico City

Taught History (in English) to 7th and 8th grade students as part of the English Program at the school, adapting materials for ESL learners and fostering language usage through engaging and interactive lessons.Incorporated technology and multimedia elements to increase student motivation and engagement, adapting material to relevant and understandable levels.Demonstrated success in teaching English as a Second Language by inspiring students to use the language actively during history lessons.

Mexico City Area, Mexico

Expertly edited and managed a high volume of ELT books (nearly 30 peryear) within the UNOi system.Maintained strong relationships with authors, design firms, external editors,and other service suppliers through effective communication and projectmanagement.Led and trained a team of editorial assistants to successfully meet goals anddeadlines.

Mexico City Area, Mexico

Taught English to a diverse range of ESL students, including those with varying levels of proficiency, cultural backgrounds, and ages.Led teacher training and development by providing continuous feedback and observations to improve performance.Successfully opened and established new branches and franchises for the company in various cities, expanding market reach for the brand.Conducted thorough interviews, evaluations, and training of teaching candidates to ensure alignment with the academic needs of the school.

Mexico City Area, Mexico

Created engaging and effective copy for marketing and advertising campaigns for Grupo Posadas, including translation of materials from English to Spanish and vice versa.Maintained strong communication with designers, printers, and service providers to ensure seamless execution of campaigns.Led communications efforts for Posadas's premium brand, The Front Door, driving brand awareness and engagement.

Mexico City Area, Mexico

Proficiently translated IT and SAP documents for a HR project at PEMEX, specializing in English to Spanish and Spanish to English translations.Provided live interpretation and translation services for high-level executives from India and the UK during meetings with PEMEX and Deloitte directors and project managers.

Spain

Wrote articles in different topics for suite101.net, which include Soccer, Football, Television and more. Named Football Top Writer in September 2010.

Toluca Area, Mexico

Colaborated on the radio show 'Tarde Libre' with a 10-minute sports segment which aired twice a week.

Mexico City Area, Mexico

Published timely and engaging articles and news on sporting events for Univision Deportes, with a focus on baseball coverage.Edited and translated articles, and selected accompanying photos for highlight reviews and other notes.Authored a weekly column on Major League Baseball, highlighting top performances and selecting the Univision Deportes Latin Team of the Week.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

A.A., Sports Communication

Associate'S Degree, Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language/Esl Language Instructor

TESOL Diploma