Sofija Berga
Egham,UK
Summary
A detail-oriented professional with a passion for creative writing, digital media, and visual storytelling. Skilled in content creation, media relations, and digital editing, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Express, and Canva for marketing and design. Strong background in copywriting, proofreading, and audience engagement, complemented by experience in event coordination. Fluent in multimedia platforms and well-versed in media ethics. Seeking opportunities to apply these skills in the publishing and creative industry, contributing to impactful storytelling, content production, and digital media campaigns.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospitality
Student Union Bar
Egham, Surrey
01.2024 - 03.2024
- During stressful situations, communicated with co-workers to help carry out tasks ensuring time efficiency, such as restocking.
- Delivered excellent hospitality by greeting all visitors warmly upon arrival at the premises.
- Trained junior staff members in best practices for customer service excellence within hospitality settings.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to hospitality laws and regulations.
Personal Assistant to the director
LB ELEMENTS LTD
London
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained updated spreadsheets with metrics for tracking and reporting.
- Proofread, formatted and corrected correspondence from my employer.
- Maintained confidentiality of documents, ensured secure handling of sensitive information.
- Transcribed correspondence and documents into correct formats used by office team.
- Scheduled appointments and conference calls coordinated seamlessly across different time zones.
- Responded efficiently to a last-minute private event request by quickly sourcing and securing a suitable alternative within a tight timeframe.
- Improved overall communication within the team.
Private Babysitter
Jelena Koslova
London
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Built strong relationships with families through trust and outstanding communication skills resulting in long-term babysitting contracts.
- Responded appropriately to physical and emotional needs of the child, ensuring their comfort at all times.
- Provided assistance with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, brushing teeth creating a routine for self-care among kids.
- Managed children's day-to-day schedule including school, play dates, appointments, bedtime routines to keep life orderly.
Backstage Work Experience
Alina Starkova
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted at the Wandsworth Fringe Festival
- Gained hands-on experience in managing lighting setups and was entrusted with overseeing lighting operations during a live show.
- Followed directions to create visuals in line with director's expectations.
- Reacted to cues and signals to carry out tasks at precise timings for smooth performances.
Dog Walker & Groomer
Bishops Bark
London
12.2018 - 12.2018
- Earned dogs' trust by maintaining friendly, approachable demeanour.
- Maintained safe environments for pets whilst on walks.
- Displayed excellent time management skills to meet all scheduled appointments punctually.
- Built rapport with clients by meeting their individual pet care needs.
- Carried out basic grooming tasks after walks, ensuring clean return of pets to homes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Royal Holloway, University of London
09.2023 - 07/2026
A levels - Awarded AAB
Ark Putney Academy
London 09.2020 - 07/2022
GCSE's - Secondary Education
Fulham Cross Girls School
London 09.2017 - 07/2020
Skills
- Fluent in Latvian
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Express & Canva for Marketing
- Proofing, editing & copywriting
- Media ethics
- Media relations expertise
- Fluent in multimedia platforms
- Creative thinking
- Publications production
- Attention to Detail
- Event coordination
- Audience engagement
- Digital editing
- Visual storytelling
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Affiliations
- Passionate about storytelling, creative writing, and visual media, with experience in fiction writing, photography, illustration, and film. Interested in psychology and political research, applying these insights to writing and media projects. Currently drafting a second fantasy novel, The Flake, following the completion of my first novel, Lost and Found.
Timeline
Hospitality
Student Union Bar
01.2024 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English
Royal Holloway, University of London
09.2023 - 07/2026
Personal Assistant to the director
LB ELEMENTS LTD
04.2022 - 08.2023
Backstage Work Experience
Alina Starkova
06.2021 - 06.2021
A levels - Awarded AAB
Ark Putney Academy
09.2020 - 07/2022
Private Babysitter
Jelena Koslova
01.2019 - 04.2022
Dog Walker & Groomer
Bishops Bark
12.2018 - 12.2018
GCSE's - Secondary Education
Fulham Cross Girls School
09.2017 - 07/2020
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