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
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