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Sofya Skurikhina

London

Summary

Driven individual with a passion for literature, content creation, editing, and ghostwriting. Always striving to produce high-quality work that resonates with diverse audiences. Fluent in English, Russian, and Italian. Experienced in conducting in-depth research, and proficient with digital tools such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. Highly organised, collaborative, and eager to contribute to a team. Seeking a new opportunity to learn and grow professionally within the publishing field.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Consultant

Fides Capital
Banská Bystrica, Slovakia
06.2024 - 09.2024

Legal Remote Information Provider, Editor, and Ghostwriter. Conducted legal research and prepared documents on the treatment of Bitcoin in B2B transactions within the UK. Ghostwrote professional materials to support client objectives.
Social Media Supervisor. Managed social media platforms (Instagram and Facebook), creating and scheduling posts to create an online presence.

Translated legal and professional documents across Russian, Italian, English, and Spanish.

Welfare Officer and Team Coach

Mitchells & Butlers PLC
London, Soho
02.2022 - 04.2023

Team Coach at O'Neill's Wardour Street. Managed and supervised a large team, coordinating multiple bars and floors.
Head Welfare Officer. Ensured customer safety and well-being, supported by formal welfare training.

Magazine Archive Assistant

Cairo Communication
Milan, Lombardy
05.2019 - 08.2019

Designed and Implemented the first version of a Digital Archive for the Art and Antiquities Department, conducting detailed information analysis and cataloguing editions to improve accessibility and organisation.
Editor and Ghostwriter of 2019 summer issues (June n.550). Articles written in collaboration with esteemed Italian journalists Laura Civinini and Renato Diez.

Handled sensitive information by adhering to confidentiality protocols, and maintaining trustworthiness.

Education

A-Levels - English Literature, Classical Civilisations, History

DLD College
London
09.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Queen Mary University of London
London
09.2021 - 05.2024

Master of Arts - Classics and Classical Languages

University College London (UCL)
London
09.2024 -

Skills

  • Educational Background in Literature
  • Content Creation and Editing: Professional experience in editing, ghostwriting, and producing high-quality written materials for diverse audiences
  • Experience in Journalism and Publishing Fields
  • Multilingual Proficiency: Ability to translate texts across English, Russian, and Italian, ensuring linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance
  • Research: Ability to conduct thorough research across various fields
  • Digital Tools and Content Management: Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator
  • Leadership and Teamwork: Experience in managing large teams, training new staff, and maintaining a positive and efficient work environment
  • Organisational Skills: Skilled in organising and collaborating with large teams in workplace settings, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently, on time, and to the highest standards

Accomplishments

Literature Summer Course at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, (July 2020-August 2020): Completed a three-week course focused on literature for personal and academic growth. Gained valuable insight into book marketing and editing, fields I am eager to pursue in my professional career.

Languages

English
Native
Russian
Native
Italian
Native
Spanish
Intermediate

Timeline

Master of Arts - Classics and Classical Languages

University College London (UCL)
09.2024 -

Research Consultant

Fides Capital
06.2024 - 09.2024

Welfare Officer and Team Coach

Mitchells & Butlers PLC
02.2022 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Queen Mary University of London
09.2021 - 05.2024

A-Levels - English Literature, Classical Civilisations, History

DLD College
09.2019 - 06.2021

Magazine Archive Assistant

Cairo Communication
05.2019 - 08.2019
Sofya Skurikhina