Defne Melis Akbuga
Istanbul,Kucukcekmece
Summary
Dynamic and resilient professional with a strong foundation in communication proficiency, critical analysis, and creative thinking. Demonstrates expertise in social media management, event planning, and digital photography, complemented by skills in foreign language fluency and cultural awareness. Committed to fostering diversity and inclusion while excelling in team leadership and project coordination. Adept at handling email correspondence, ensuring information confidentiality, and adhering to deadlines with time efficiency. Career goals include leveraging academic research skills to drive innovative solutions within a collaborative environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Student
University of Essex International College
Colchester , Essex
2025.09 - 2028.07
- Took part in charity fun run to demonstrate physical endurance and determination.
- Gained valuable team working experience by participating in multiple group projects.
- Cultivated multicultural awareness whilst studying abroad for two years in high school.
- Developed excellent time management skills during university studies.
- Conducted research for my high school extended essay developed analytical skills.
- Collaborated with classmates on group projects to achieve shared academic goals.
- Completed assignments, special projects and group work on time and achieved good marks.
- Communicated with teachers to obtain feedback, applying it to future projects.
- Attended career week workshops enhancing practical skills relevant to coursework.
- Researched topics outside of class to learn additional information and ask more knowledgeable questions.
- Balanced academic work with sports and extra-curricula's to maintain well-rounded education.
- Listened intently to lectures and took detailed notes covering topics.
- Engaged in continuous self-directed learning to expand knowledge beyond standard curriculum.
- Asked intelligent questions during class discussions, contributing to group learning.
- Took extracurricular classes and attended workshops to expand knowledge.
- Made substantial contributions to group projects, furthering learning and helping team complete objectives.
- Facilitated study groups, promoting collaborative learning and knowledge exchange.
- Mentored peers to provide support and guidance on challenging subjects.
- Managed competing priorities through effective time management and prioritisation.
- Visited local and regional areas to deepen understanding of related topics.
- Navigated challenging situations, ensured smooth travel arrangements.
- Coordinated transport arrangements to ensure smooth travel experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Law - LAW
University of Essex International College
Colchester, Essex 09/2025 - 07/2028
Skills
- Resilience and tenacity
- Foreign language fluency
- Diversity and inclusion awareness
- Positive disposition
- Campus engagement
- Creativity and innovation
- Student advocacy
- Digital photography
- Social media management
- Event planning
- Critical analysis
- Video editing
- Academic research
- Time efficiency
- Email correspondence handling
- Resilience under pressure
- Stress resilience
- Deadline adherence
- Communication proficiency
- Information confidentiality
- Presentation preparation
- Critical evaluation
- Document processing
- Written comprehension
- Multitasking efficiency
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Cultural awareness
- Team Leadership
- Public speaking
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Programmes
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Creative thinking
- Effective communication
- Project coordination
- Relationship-building
Languages
English
Fluent
Turkish
Native
French
Intermediate (B1)
German
Beginner (A1)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Affiliations
- Volleybal
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Gymnastic
- Photography
- Vlogging
- Diving
- Camping
- Piloting
Accomplishments
Me and my team went to volleyball championship in Turkey
Timeline
Student
University of Essex International College
2025.09 - 2028.07
Bachelor of Law - LAW
University of Essex International College
09/2025 - 07/2028