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Berlin, De

-Design and develop engaging Business English learning materials, focusing on adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.-Collaborate on the curriculum development process, ensuring alignment with learning objectives, company goals, as well as learner needs and engagement.-Conduct content analysis and continuous improvement strategies, optimizing existing materials to ensure clarity and instructional effectiveness.

-Developed and wrote well-researched articles and blog posts tailored to target audiences, incorporating keyword optimization.-Edited content for clarity, grammar, and style, ensuring consistency with client brand voice and editorial guidelines.

Berlin, Germany

-Developed and wrote SEO-optimized marketing copy for a wide range of products, including technology, e-commerce, education, and consumer goods, driving engagement and conversion rates.-Created compelling product descriptions and ad copy that effectively communicated product benefits, features, and unique selling propositions (USPs).-Conducted keyword research and analysis to identify high-value terms, seamlessly integrating keywords into copy to enhance search engine visibility and organic traffic.*This position continued on a freelance capacity with the company DSI/ContentFactory1 until May 2022.

-Translated and localized content from German to English, ensuring that translations maintained cultural relevance and tone consistency.-Edited translated texts for grammatical accuracy, fluency, and clarity, ensuring adherence to editorial guidelines.-Conducted final proofreading and editing to ensure high-quality, polished content that resonated with target audiences.

-Translated a wide range of texts from German to English, covering topics such as German history, travel, telecommunications, business, and literature, ensuring precise and contextually appropriate translations.-Adapted translations to either American or British English based on client requirements, maintaining linguistic accuracy and cultural sensitivity.

-Edited English texts across various genres, including academic manuscripts, books, and business materials, focusing on enhancing clarity, coherence, and readability.-Applied rigorous editing techniques to ensure texts adhered to editorial guidelines and maintained a consistent tone and style.-Worked with different style guides (e.g., Chicago, MLA) to ensure adherence to publishing standards and client specifications.

Berlin, Germany

-Designed and administered official DAAD test assessments to determine the EFL CEFR levels for university students applying to English-speaking study programs, ensuring accurate and reliable evaluations.-Developed comprehensive test materials and assessment criteria, integrating insights from my work in teacher training and curriculum development at SKB, Technical University of Berlin.

-Mentored and tested teacher trainees, offering feedback and guidance on their TEFL assignments and lesson plans.-Provided quality assurance, training and screen for learners pursuing an online TEFL certificate to teach English abroad.

-Developed and wrote instructional content for TEFL programs, focusing on adult learning theory and best practices in curriculum design.-Edited and improved existing instructional content.-Designed and developed e-learning modules, integrating assessments to support learners’ diverse needs.

-Designed and conducted live teacher training sessions and workshops on instructional methodologies, equipping educators with tools for effective language teaching.-Assessed and mentored trainees, offering them individualized feedback to help them succeed and grow in their profession.

-Edited and translated high-level business presentations, reports, and communication materials from German to English for a top management consultancy, ensuring content aligned with client expectations and industry standards.-Ensured all translated materials maintained a consistent tone of voice, were tailored to the target audience and reflective of the brand identity.-Reviewed and refined presentations and written content to guarantee clarity, accuracy, and alignment with the professional standards of top management consulting.-Delivered high-quality translations under tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of polished content that met both client needs and consulting industry norms.

-Developed and executed the training curriculum strategy for a leading digital education company.-Led the development of the training program, ensuring that materials were learner-centered and incorporated engagement strategies.-Collaborated with stakeholders to align course design with broader organizational goals and ensured the use of data-driven methodologies to enhance learning outcomes.

-Wrote and edited SEO-optimized copy and content for a variety of industries.-Utilized keyword seeding strategies to effectively enhance search engine visibility and organic traffic. -Clients include companies such as Amazon, HelloFresh, Omio and Trivago among others. -Copy and content written in both British and American English.

Berlin Area, Germany

-Created engaging and SEO-optimized copy for blog posts, social media content, and marketing materials, aligning with brand messaging and driving audience engagement.-Conducted in-depth research on financial services, private equity, and investment topics to produce well-informed, authoritative content tailored to Moonfare’s target audience of high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors.-Collaborated with the product team on UX writing and editing, ensuring that user interface (UI) content was clear, concise, and aligned with user experience (UX) best practices.-Edited and co-authored white papers, providing technical and strategic insights into investment products and opportunities, ensuring accuracy and consistency with Moonfare’s brand voice.-Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including product development and marketing, to ensure all content aligned with the company’s broader business goals and content strategy.-Ensured that all written content, including marketing and product materials, adhered to Moonfare’s brand tone, maintaining a professional and authoritative voice across all platforms.

Berlin Area, Germany

-Conducted extensive research on technology-related topics and IT job roles to create SEO-optimized web copy for three major, long-term projects in the tech and IT sectors.-Wrote clear, concise, and informative web copy in British English, ensuring that content adhered to SEO best practices and was optimized for search engine rankings, driving organic traffic to the site.-Specialized in crafting job descriptions, blog posts, and landing page copy for roles related to IT consulting, software development, and project management, ensuring content effectively communicated the value of the company’s services.-Maintained brand voice and tone consistency across all written materials, ensuring that content was tailored to both a technical audience and decision-makers in management consulting.

Berlin, Germany

-Wrote well-researched travel articles on Berlin and European destinations, producing engaging and informative content for websites like EuroCheapo.com and CultureTrips.-Conducted in-depth destination research and crafted compelling travel narratives, enhancing website content and providing valuable insights for travelers exploring European locales.

Berlin Und Umgebung, Deutschland

-Delivered in-company Business English training to professionals across diverse industries, enhancing business communication skills at all proficiency levels.-Designed and developed customized course materials and training programs, tailored to industry-specific needs and learning objectives, to improve language proficiency and professional effectiveness.

Berlin Area, Germany

-Developed and created comprehensive online lesson materials for primary and secondary EFL students in British English, independently crafting content based on provided grammar topics and vocabulary.-Designed interactive PowerPoint presentations and educational resources, ensuring lessons were engaging and suitable for diverse learning needs.-Managed the end-to-end creation process, including content development, visual aids, and learning activities, to enhance language acquisition and student engagement.

Berlin Area, Germany

-Developed EFL lesson plans and instructional texts in British English for Lingoda’s online platform, adhering to the European CEFR system to ensure structured language learning.-Created engaging and pedagogically sound curriculum materials tailored to various proficiency levels, enhancing the effectiveness of the online language school’s teaching resources.

Berlin Area, Germany

-Developed and wrote innovative teaching materials for a range of EFL courses tailored to various CEFR levels, from beginner to advanced.-Conducted placement tests to assess student proficiency and determine appropriate course levels, ensuring accurate placement and effective learning outcomes for university students.-Mentored and trained new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum implementation, classroom management, and teaching strategies to enhance the overall quality of instruction within the team.-Taught general and academic English courses to university students at different proficiency levels, employing a variety of pedagogical techniques to support language acquisition and foster an engaging learning environment.-Contributed to enrollment processes and general office duties, working as part of an international team to manage administrative tasks and ensure smooth course operations.

Celta, Certificate For Teaching English As A Foreign Language To Adults

Activities and Societies: Completed certification course in Berlin, Germany.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Music Performance, General