Nil Ege Ozden Benney
Istanbul
Summary
Experienced professional with demonstrated ability in linguistics, technical expertise, and effective management skills. Proven track record of success in project-based environments. Adept at collaborating with teams and resolving challenges with professionalism. Skilled communicator, able to simplify complex information efficiently. Seeking to leverage knowledge and skills in a growth-focused organization that values career advancement opportunities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Specialist
Anatolialit Literary Agency
2023.12 - Current
- Working in the contracts department, assisting with drafting, reviewing, and processing publishing and translation agreements in English and Turkish.
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
English Prep School – Istanbul Bilgi University
2022.09 - 2023.06
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations/coordination of 120+ university teachers.
LITERATURE TRANSLATION
Düşbaz Books
2021.04 - 2022.04
- Translated A Theatre For Dreamers by Polly Samson
LITERATURE TRANSLATION
SaltOkur Publishing
2020.06 - 2020.08
- Complete translation of a set of Norwegian short stories titled “The Norwegian Fairy Book.”
PROJECT ASSISTANT
European Union Project – Living with Celiac Association
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Facilitated communication and assisted with administrative duties according to the European Union funding rules and regulations.
PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT
Istanbul Independent Film Festival
2017.12 - 2018.04
- Responsible for organizing and processing festival print materials including all published texts, website content, and festival catalogues.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Kraken Animation Istanbul
2015.07 - 2017.04
- Production manager; overseeing the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations between designers and clients.
CUSTOMER RELATIONS MANAGEMENT
DORinsight Research
2015.01 - 2015.07
- Provided administrative support to the customer relations team, supporting CRM activity across the market research business.
AGENCY ASSISTANT
Charmenco Music Organization
2013.07 - 2014.06
- Managed day-to-day activities in the office, as well as mailings, media public relations, and any other duties assigned by the agency director.
SUMMER SCHOOL ASSISTANT
Bilgi University – Open Society Foundation
2012.06 - 2012.09
- Assisted international students and academics regarding their course schedules, arrivals to Istanbul Bilgi University campus, organizing events and help through their two month stay.
Education
B.A. - Comparative Literature
Istanbul Bilgi University
01.2013
English Language and Literature
Stockholm University
01.2011
Skills
- Academic Translation
- Literary Translation
- Nonprofit project management
- Collaborative teamwork skills
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Skilled in using MS Office tools
Certification
- Civil Society Studies Certificate Istanbul Bilgi University 2019
- ESN Exchange Student Assistant Istanbul Bilgi University 2010
- International Lions Exchange Program Norway 2009
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Contract Specialist
Anatolialit Literary Agency
2023.12 - Current
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
English Prep School – Istanbul Bilgi University
2022.09 - 2023.06
LITERATURE TRANSLATION
Düşbaz Books
2021.04 - 2022.04
LITERATURE TRANSLATION
SaltOkur Publishing
2020.06 - 2020.08
PROJECT ASSISTANT
European Union Project – Living with Celiac Association
2019.01 - 2020.01
PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT
Istanbul Independent Film Festival
2017.12 - 2018.04
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Kraken Animation Istanbul
2015.07 - 2017.04
CUSTOMER RELATIONS MANAGEMENT
DORinsight Research
2015.01 - 2015.07
AGENCY ASSISTANT
Charmenco Music Organization
2013.07 - 2014.06
SUMMER SCHOOL ASSISTANT
Bilgi University – Open Society Foundation
2012.06 - 2012.09
English Language and Literature
Stockholm University
B.A. - Comparative Literature
Istanbul Bilgi University