Microsoft Office
Melis Yurdakul
Student
Istanbul
Summary
High-achieving, motivated, self-directed college student with exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Have an aptitude for international relations, international business, marketing, organizing and management. Experienced in different sectors such as; game, sales, international trade and investment. Excited to do a masters on a International Relations, Public Policy or Political Science by gaining real-world experience. Invests passion and commitment to achieve corporate vision.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Production Intern
Gram Games-Zynga
Istanbul
11.2022 - Current
- Facilitated efficient hand-off from design to production by organizing materials and paperwork needed by production managers.
- Monitored production activities and machinery to detect and resolve problems, consistently avoiding major shutdowns with proactive approach.
- Automated basic processes to streamline workload and increase efficiency of production tracking.
- Tracked shift data and produced timely reports for management review.
- Documented and reported on accidents on production line and helped complete paperwork required for regulatory oversight.
- Maintained log of sample locations and notes from different teams to help identify issues and necessary design changes.
- Organized, classified and documented samples for production teams.
- Kept [Software] tracking spreadsheets updated daily with latest metrics.
Investor Relations and Account Manager
BLS Global
London
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.
- Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
- Delivered engaging and polished presentations to build connections with potential customers and distinguish business from competitors.
- Listened attentively to client feedback to create stronger relations and shape business.
- Oversaw new business development to generate sales leads, negotiate client pricing and forecast revenue.
- Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand.
- Analyzed key competitors to respond to competitive threats.
- Managed book of business to maintain positive relationships and make effective financial or client-related decisions.
- Developed innovative and creative sales pitches to expand prospect understanding of company.
Sales Team Lead
Daas Partners
Istanbul
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Expanded sales revenues by identifying opportunities and executing customized marketing plans.
- Analyzed campaign performance by utilizing measurement and tracking methodologies to determine customer return on investment.
- Monitored sales team performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Reported sales data to upper management for review.
- Educated clients on production and benefit protocols through in-depth training procedures.
- Supported sales account managers by providing accurate and detailed reports.
- Negotiated contracts and sales terms with new and existing clients.
- Monitored sales processes to identify areas in need of improvement and implemented systems to rectify issues.
Project Associate
Penresa - ( A Partner of Forbes Middle East and Fortune Magazines)
Istanbul
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Provided team with coaching and direction.
- Set up and managed team meetings.
- Managed risk, investigated solutions and established project recovery plans.
- Performed independent analysis and provided recommendations to overcome project obstacles.
- Developed and followed baseline project plan and milestones for task completion.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.
- Maintained relationships with material vendors to lower costs and diversify capabilities.
- Discussed marketing goals with clients to identify needs and articulate details to marketing team.
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis and wrote according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Provided copy editing support to hit target dates for editorial and design productions with print and digital material.
Coorporate Communication Intern
Young International Relations Board and Association
Istanbul
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Created corporate identity.
- Translated E-News and report.
- Communicated with the chambers of commerce of Russia and India.
- Did various teamwork from different departments.
- Did weekly presentations
- Participated in the training organized by the association.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
- Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
- Created unified messaging of public relations efforts in conjunction with advertising campaigns by working closely with marketing peers.
- Provided administrative support to senior team members.
- Built strong relationships with media outlets and communications professionals to expand personal network.
- Secured media coverage for clients, company and specific campaigns.
- Proofread and edited materials prepared by all staff to check and correct spelling, grammar and style.
- Wrote and distributed press releases and social media content for clients and company.
International Trade Specialist Intern
Ziligen
Istanbul
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Insured cargo against loss, damage or pilferage.
- Tracked shipments processing through customs and other agencies and obtained clearances.
- Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws or procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - American Culture And Literature
Istanbul University
Istanbul,Turkey 09.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Anadolu University
Eskisehir, Turkey 09.2019 - Current
Skills
Writing and editing
Documentation skills
Document preparation
Microsoft Office proficiency
Written Communication
Organization and Time Management
Excel and PowerPoint
Language
Team Work
Translation
Project Management
Team and Time Management
Direct Sales
Lead Generation
Interpersonal Communication
Event Management
International Business
International Rela
Software
Jira
SQL
Gitlab
Figma
Certification
Certificat De Scolarite - Alliance Français
Timeline
Production Intern
Gram Games-Zynga
11.2022 - Current
Certificat De Scolarite - Alliance Français
08-2022
Investor Relations and Account Manager
BLS Global
07.2022 - 11.2022
Sales Team Lead
Daas Partners
05.2022 - 06.2022
Project Associate
Penresa - ( A Partner of Forbes Middle East and Fortune Magazines)
11.2021 - 05.2022
Coorporate Communication Intern
Young International Relations Board and Association
08.2021 - 11.2021
International Trade Specialist Intern
Ziligen
08.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Anadolu University
09.2019 - Current
International Education Program - University of California Riverside
08-2019
Bachelor of Arts - American Culture And Literature
Istanbul University
09.2018 - Current
Body Language and Diction
09-2018
Management of Confidence and Bravery
09-2018
The Art of Oratory and Speech
09-2018