Saara Abdi
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Bio
Credentials
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Kide Teacher Certificate
Kide ScienceMar, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Early Childhood Services (Childcare Center)
Seure Henkilöstöpalvelut OyNov, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Hygiene profency certificate
Finnish Food Safety Authority Evira / Elintarviketurvallisuusvirasto EviraApr, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
First Aid 1 & 2
Finnish Red Cross - Suomen Punainen RistiNov, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Dash
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Finland
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Executive Officer
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Nov 2023 - Present
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Helsinki Design Week
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Finland
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Design Services
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Marketing Coordinator
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Jul 2023 - Oct 2023
As the Marketing Coordinator at Helsinki Design Week, my key roles included managing comprehensive marketing and social media campaigns, and leading the development of a cohesive brand strategy. I also played a significant part in enhancing the user experience of the organization's website. Key Contributions: - Achieved a remarkable milestone by securing over 5,000 new followers, showcasing my exceptional ability to expand our online community. - Effectively managed the social… Show more As the Marketing Coordinator at Helsinki Design Week, my key roles included managing comprehensive marketing and social media campaigns, and leading the development of a cohesive brand strategy. I also played a significant part in enhancing the user experience of the organization's website. Key Contributions: - Achieved a remarkable milestone by securing over 5,000 new followers, showcasing my exceptional ability to expand our online community. - Effectively managed the social media budget, optimizing resources to deliver exceptional results while keeping expenses within budget constraints. - I played a crucial role in improving the Helsinki Design Week website. This involved conducting a thorough analysis of the existing content, structure, and design, resulting in substantial improvements to the user experience and overall functionality. During my tenure, I crafted and executed campaigns that maximized the reach and engagement of our target audience and optimized the social media budget for exceptional outcomes. My website enhancements led to improved user experience and increased engagement, contributing to the overall success of Helsinki Design Week. Show less As the Marketing Coordinator at Helsinki Design Week, my key roles included managing comprehensive marketing and social media campaigns, and leading the development of a cohesive brand strategy. I also played a significant part in enhancing the user experience of the organization's website. Key Contributions: - Achieved a remarkable milestone by securing over 5,000 new followers, showcasing my exceptional ability to expand our online community. - Effectively managed the social… Show more As the Marketing Coordinator at Helsinki Design Week, my key roles included managing comprehensive marketing and social media campaigns, and leading the development of a cohesive brand strategy. I also played a significant part in enhancing the user experience of the organization's website. Key Contributions: - Achieved a remarkable milestone by securing over 5,000 new followers, showcasing my exceptional ability to expand our online community. - Effectively managed the social media budget, optimizing resources to deliver exceptional results while keeping expenses within budget constraints. - I played a crucial role in improving the Helsinki Design Week website. This involved conducting a thorough analysis of the existing content, structure, and design, resulting in substantial improvements to the user experience and overall functionality. During my tenure, I crafted and executed campaigns that maximized the reach and engagement of our target audience and optimized the social media budget for exceptional outcomes. My website enhancements led to improved user experience and increased engagement, contributing to the overall success of Helsinki Design Week. Show less
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Startup Foundation
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Finland
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager
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Mar 2023 - Jun 2023
As the Project Manager at Startup Foundation, I played a pivotal role in the Ecosystem Mapping Project—an initiative focused on mapping the entire startup ecosystem, including startups, investors, and support organizations. Our goal was to gain a holistic understanding of the community, foster collaboration, and attract resources. Key Contributions: - Conducted extensive research, interviews, and data collection to compile a comprehensive view of the startup ecosystem… Show more As the Project Manager at Startup Foundation, I played a pivotal role in the Ecosystem Mapping Project—an initiative focused on mapping the entire startup ecosystem, including startups, investors, and support organizations. Our goal was to gain a holistic understanding of the community, foster collaboration, and attract resources. Key Contributions: - Conducted extensive research, interviews, and data collection to compile a comprehensive view of the startup ecosystem, encompassing startups, investors, and support organizations. - Independently managed project timelines and planning, ensuring the project adhered to schedules and budget constraints. - I played a central role in designing and packaging this wealth of data into a user-friendly format. This involved creating a new site for the ecosystem map the Startup Foundation website, writing its content, designing its structure, and design to create an intuitive and engaging digital platform. My work at Startup Foundation empowered the startup community, providing valuable insights and resources. To learn more about my role in this project or explore potential collaborations, please connect with me. Show less As the Project Manager at Startup Foundation, I played a pivotal role in the Ecosystem Mapping Project—an initiative focused on mapping the entire startup ecosystem, including startups, investors, and support organizations. Our goal was to gain a holistic understanding of the community, foster collaboration, and attract resources. Key Contributions: - Conducted extensive research, interviews, and data collection to compile a comprehensive view of the startup ecosystem… Show more As the Project Manager at Startup Foundation, I played a pivotal role in the Ecosystem Mapping Project—an initiative focused on mapping the entire startup ecosystem, including startups, investors, and support organizations. Our goal was to gain a holistic understanding of the community, foster collaboration, and attract resources. Key Contributions: - Conducted extensive research, interviews, and data collection to compile a comprehensive view of the startup ecosystem, encompassing startups, investors, and support organizations. - Independently managed project timelines and planning, ensuring the project adhered to schedules and budget constraints. - I played a central role in designing and packaging this wealth of data into a user-friendly format. This involved creating a new site for the ecosystem map the Startup Foundation website, writing its content, designing its structure, and design to create an intuitive and engaging digital platform. My work at Startup Foundation empowered the startup community, providing valuable insights and resources. To learn more about my role in this project or explore potential collaborations, please connect with me. Show less
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Aalto University
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Finland
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Worker
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Feb 2022 - Feb 2023
As a Project Worker, Content Creator, and Editor for Oasis at Aalto University, I played a crucial role in elevating the organization's mission to raise awareness of wellbeing models and services among the Aalto community. My contributions to the team resulted in significant impact and growth: - 175,000-view growth on the Oasis TikTok channel in three months, showcasing my ability to create engaging content and reach our target audience effectively. - A 55% increase in course… Show more As a Project Worker, Content Creator, and Editor for Oasis at Aalto University, I played a crucial role in elevating the organization's mission to raise awareness of wellbeing models and services among the Aalto community. My contributions to the team resulted in significant impact and growth: - 175,000-view growth on the Oasis TikTok channel in three months, showcasing my ability to create engaging content and reach our target audience effectively. - A 55% increase in course registration with 1800 active and engaging social media followers within six months, demonstrating my success in executing a strong content strategy and boosting brand recognition. - Boosted brand recognition by 60% through the development of new ideas and content marketing strategies, highlighting my creative skills and strategic thinking. I collaborated with the project team to research and develop engaging content, including blog posts, articles, resource guides, and visually appealing graphics and infographics for the website. Show less As a Project Worker, Content Creator, and Editor for Oasis at Aalto University, I played a crucial role in elevating the organization's mission to raise awareness of wellbeing models and services among the Aalto community. My contributions to the team resulted in significant impact and growth: - 175,000-view growth on the Oasis TikTok channel in three months, showcasing my ability to create engaging content and reach our target audience effectively. - A 55% increase in course… Show more As a Project Worker, Content Creator, and Editor for Oasis at Aalto University, I played a crucial role in elevating the organization's mission to raise awareness of wellbeing models and services among the Aalto community. My contributions to the team resulted in significant impact and growth: - 175,000-view growth on the Oasis TikTok channel in three months, showcasing my ability to create engaging content and reach our target audience effectively. - A 55% increase in course registration with 1800 active and engaging social media followers within six months, demonstrating my success in executing a strong content strategy and boosting brand recognition. - Boosted brand recognition by 60% through the development of new ideas and content marketing strategies, highlighting my creative skills and strategic thinking. I collaborated with the project team to research and develop engaging content, including blog posts, articles, resource guides, and visually appealing graphics and infographics for the website. Show less
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Series
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Finland
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Communications
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Aug 2021 - Dec 2021
As the Head of Communications and Social Media for Series, I played a crucial role in leading a team of student volunteers in creating impactful communication strategies for the organization. During my 5-month tenure, I made significant contributions to the team, including: - Managed the organization's social media presence, resulting in an active and engaged online community. - Led communications efforts for a 2-week innovation program, including creating and distributing press… Show more As the Head of Communications and Social Media for Series, I played a crucial role in leading a team of student volunteers in creating impactful communication strategies for the organization. During my 5-month tenure, I made significant contributions to the team, including: - Managed the organization's social media presence, resulting in an active and engaged online community. - Led communications efforts for a 2-week innovation program, including creating and distributing press releases, coordinating media interviews and managing the program's website, resulting in strong relationships with participants, sponsors, and partners. - Focused on representation, diversity, and sustainability in visual communication, ensuring our messages were inclusive and impactful. - Worked with sponsors and partners to establish mutually beneficial partnerships that supported the program and its mission, contributing to the program's success. My experience challenged me to solve complex issues in communication, including media, aesthetics, context, expression, and conventions, and I delivered effective and impactful messages that aligned with the organization's mission to create solutions for the world's greatest challenges. Show less As the Head of Communications and Social Media for Series, I played a crucial role in leading a team of student volunteers in creating impactful communication strategies for the organization. During my 5-month tenure, I made significant contributions to the team, including: - Managed the organization's social media presence, resulting in an active and engaged online community. - Led communications efforts for a 2-week innovation program, including creating and distributing press… Show more As the Head of Communications and Social Media for Series, I played a crucial role in leading a team of student volunteers in creating impactful communication strategies for the organization. During my 5-month tenure, I made significant contributions to the team, including: - Managed the organization's social media presence, resulting in an active and engaged online community. - Led communications efforts for a 2-week innovation program, including creating and distributing press releases, coordinating media interviews and managing the program's website, resulting in strong relationships with participants, sponsors, and partners. - Focused on representation, diversity, and sustainability in visual communication, ensuring our messages were inclusive and impactful. - Worked with sponsors and partners to establish mutually beneficial partnerships that supported the program and its mission, contributing to the program's success. My experience challenged me to solve complex issues in communication, including media, aesthetics, context, expression, and conventions, and I delivered effective and impactful messages that aligned with the organization's mission to create solutions for the world's greatest challenges. Show less
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Kustannusosakeyhtiö Otava
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Finland
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Audiobook Narrator
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Jul 2021 - Dec 2021
I had the opportunity to work as a freelance audiobook narrator for Otava for a period of six months. During this time, I was responsible for bringing various audiobook titles to life through my voice acting skills. My work primarily involved recording and editing audio files for various genres of audiobooks, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's books. I had the opportunity to work as a freelance audiobook narrator for Otava for a period of six months. During this time, I was responsible for bringing various audiobook titles to life through my voice acting skills. My work primarily involved recording and editing audio files for various genres of audiobooks, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's books.
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Helsingin kaupunki – Helsingfors stad – City of Helsinki
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Finland
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Early Childhood Education Teacher
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Oct 2019 - Jun 2021
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Early Childhood Education Caretaker
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Mar 2020 - Mar 2021
As an Early Childhood Education teacher and caretaker for the City of Helsinki, I was responsible for providing care and education for children aged 3-5 in a preschool setting. My main duties included: - Planning and implementing daily activities and lesson plans that were developmentally appropriate for the children in my care - Monitoring and assessing the children's progress and providing feedback to parents and other staff members - Collaborating with other teachers and staff… Show more As an Early Childhood Education teacher and caretaker for the City of Helsinki, I was responsible for providing care and education for children aged 3-5 in a preschool setting. My main duties included: - Planning and implementing daily activities and lesson plans that were developmentally appropriate for the children in my care - Monitoring and assessing the children's progress and providing feedback to parents and other staff members - Collaborating with other teachers and staff members to ensure a cohesive and effective educational program - Communicating with parents and other caregivers to provide updates on the children's progress and to address any concerns or issues that may arise.
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Amos Rex
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Finland
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Artist
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Oct 2019 - Aug 2020
As an Artist at the Amos Rex Generation 2020 exhibition, I had the opportunity to curate a personal collection called FOUR. Over the course of 11 months, I worked tirelessly to select and organize the pieces that would ultimately make up this collection. The exhibition was incredibly exciting and rewarding, as it presented the works of over 80 artists aged 15-23, selected from an open call that received over 1,600 work proposals. As an artist, it was an honor to be a part of such an… Show more As an Artist at the Amos Rex Generation 2020 exhibition, I had the opportunity to curate a personal collection called FOUR. Over the course of 11 months, I worked tirelessly to select and organize the pieces that would ultimately make up this collection. The exhibition was incredibly exciting and rewarding, as it presented the works of over 80 artists aged 15-23, selected from an open call that received over 1,600 work proposals. As an artist, it was an honor to be a part of such an important exhibition that gave a voice to the next generation of artists. It was fascinating to see the unique perspectives and interpretations of the artists on display and I am grateful for the opportunity to have curated my own collection within this exhibition. Overall, the Amos Rex Generation 2020 exhibition was a must-see for anyone interested in contemporary art and the voices of the rising generation. Show less As an Artist at the Amos Rex Generation 2020 exhibition, I had the opportunity to curate a personal collection called FOUR. Over the course of 11 months, I worked tirelessly to select and organize the pieces that would ultimately make up this collection. The exhibition was incredibly exciting and rewarding, as it presented the works of over 80 artists aged 15-23, selected from an open call that received over 1,600 work proposals. As an artist, it was an honor to be a part of such an… Show more As an Artist at the Amos Rex Generation 2020 exhibition, I had the opportunity to curate a personal collection called FOUR. Over the course of 11 months, I worked tirelessly to select and organize the pieces that would ultimately make up this collection. The exhibition was incredibly exciting and rewarding, as it presented the works of over 80 artists aged 15-23, selected from an open call that received over 1,600 work proposals. As an artist, it was an honor to be a part of such an important exhibition that gave a voice to the next generation of artists. It was fascinating to see the unique perspectives and interpretations of the artists on display and I am grateful for the opportunity to have curated my own collection within this exhibition. Overall, the Amos Rex Generation 2020 exhibition was a must-see for anyone interested in contemporary art and the voices of the rising generation. Show less
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Ghocon
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Finland
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Client Agent
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Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
As a Client Agent for Ghocon, I provided excellent customer service to a diverse group of clients and merchants during my 3-month tenure. I was responsible for addressing customer inquiries and concerns, ensuring a positive experience for them with our company. During my time at Ghocon oy I: - Effective handled challenging customer situations - My excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities allowed me to provide solutions that satisfied both the customer and the… Show more As a Client Agent for Ghocon, I provided excellent customer service to a diverse group of clients and merchants during my 3-month tenure. I was responsible for addressing customer inquiries and concerns, ensuring a positive experience for them with our company. During my time at Ghocon oy I: - Effective handled challenging customer situations - My excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities allowed me to provide solutions that satisfied both the customer and the company, demonstrating my ability to handle challenging customer situations with ease. - Built strong relationships with merchants - My regular visits to merchants helped build relationships, contributing to the overall improvement of the customer experience. - Was a positive representation of the brand - I made sure to always represent Mash Oy in a professional and courteous manner and took the initiative to improve the customer experience by developing new ideas and strategies, contributing to a positive brand image for the company. I demonstrated my problem-solving abilities and communication skills by effectively handling challenging customer situations through phone work. I also built strong relationships with merchants through regular visits to assist with their needs, contributing to the overall improvement of the customer experience. Show less As a Client Agent for Ghocon, I provided excellent customer service to a diverse group of clients and merchants during my 3-month tenure. I was responsible for addressing customer inquiries and concerns, ensuring a positive experience for them with our company. During my time at Ghocon oy I: - Effective handled challenging customer situations - My excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities allowed me to provide solutions that satisfied both the customer and the… Show more As a Client Agent for Ghocon, I provided excellent customer service to a diverse group of clients and merchants during my 3-month tenure. I was responsible for addressing customer inquiries and concerns, ensuring a positive experience for them with our company. During my time at Ghocon oy I: - Effective handled challenging customer situations - My excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities allowed me to provide solutions that satisfied both the customer and the company, demonstrating my ability to handle challenging customer situations with ease. - Built strong relationships with merchants - My regular visits to merchants helped build relationships, contributing to the overall improvement of the customer experience. - Was a positive representation of the brand - I made sure to always represent Mash Oy in a professional and courteous manner and took the initiative to improve the customer experience by developing new ideas and strategies, contributing to a positive brand image for the company. I demonstrated my problem-solving abilities and communication skills by effectively handling challenging customer situations through phone work. I also built strong relationships with merchants through regular visits to assist with their needs, contributing to the overall improvement of the customer experience. Show less
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Helsinki Fashion Week
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Finland
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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Mar 2018 - Aug 2018
As an intern at Helsinki Fashion Week, I had the opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented and creative individuals in the fashion industry. Over the course of my 6-month internship, I was able to gain valuable experience in a variety of areas, including event planning and coordination, marketing and PR, and social media management. One of my main responsibilities was assisting with the planning and coordination of the various fashion shows and events that took place during… Show more As an intern at Helsinki Fashion Week, I had the opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented and creative individuals in the fashion industry. Over the course of my 6-month internship, I was able to gain valuable experience in a variety of areas, including event planning and coordination, marketing and PR, and social media management. One of my main responsibilities was assisting with the planning and coordination of the various fashion shows and events that took place during the week. This included working with designers and models to ensure that everything ran smoothly on the day of the show, as well as coordinating with other team members to ensure that all aspects of the event were executed to perfection. In addition to my event planning responsibilities, I also assisted with the marketing and PR efforts for the week. This included working on press releases and other promotional materials, as well as managing social media accounts and creating engaging content to promote the event. Show less As an intern at Helsinki Fashion Week, I had the opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented and creative individuals in the fashion industry. Over the course of my 6-month internship, I was able to gain valuable experience in a variety of areas, including event planning and coordination, marketing and PR, and social media management. One of my main responsibilities was assisting with the planning and coordination of the various fashion shows and events that took place during… Show more As an intern at Helsinki Fashion Week, I had the opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented and creative individuals in the fashion industry. Over the course of my 6-month internship, I was able to gain valuable experience in a variety of areas, including event planning and coordination, marketing and PR, and social media management. One of my main responsibilities was assisting with the planning and coordination of the various fashion shows and events that took place during the week. This included working with designers and models to ensure that everything ran smoothly on the day of the show, as well as coordinating with other team members to ensure that all aspects of the event were executed to perfection. In addition to my event planning responsibilities, I also assisted with the marketing and PR efforts for the week. This included working on press releases and other promotional materials, as well as managing social media accounts and creating engaging content to promote the event. Show less
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Amos Anderson Art Museum
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Finland
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Conversation Guide
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Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
As a conversation guide at the Amos Anderson Art Museum, my primary responsibility was to provide visitors with an engaging and informative experience as they explored the museum's exhibits. This involved leading guided tours, answering questions, and providing context and background information on the artworks on display. One of the most challenging aspects of my job was the need to be able to speak knowledgeably about a wide range of art styles, movements, and periods. I spent a lot of… Show more As a conversation guide at the Amos Anderson Art Museum, my primary responsibility was to provide visitors with an engaging and informative experience as they explored the museum's exhibits. This involved leading guided tours, answering questions, and providing context and background information on the artworks on display. One of the most challenging aspects of my job was the need to be able to speak knowledgeably about a wide range of art styles, movements, and periods. I spent a lot of time researching the artworks in the museum's collection and learning about the artists who created them. This allowed me to provide visitors with a deeper understanding of the art they were viewing and to help them appreciate it on a more personal level. Show less As a conversation guide at the Amos Anderson Art Museum, my primary responsibility was to provide visitors with an engaging and informative experience as they explored the museum's exhibits. This involved leading guided tours, answering questions, and providing context and background information on the artworks on display. One of the most challenging aspects of my job was the need to be able to speak knowledgeably about a wide range of art styles, movements, and periods. I spent a lot of… Show more As a conversation guide at the Amos Anderson Art Museum, my primary responsibility was to provide visitors with an engaging and informative experience as they explored the museum's exhibits. This involved leading guided tours, answering questions, and providing context and background information on the artworks on display. One of the most challenging aspects of my job was the need to be able to speak knowledgeably about a wide range of art styles, movements, and periods. I spent a lot of time researching the artworks in the museum's collection and learning about the artists who created them. This allowed me to provide visitors with a deeper understanding of the art they were viewing and to help them appreciate it on a more personal level. Show less
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Education
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Aalto University
Bachelor's degree, Design