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
12.2023 - 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
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations/coordination of 120+ university teachers.
LITERATURE TRANSLATION
Düşbaz Books
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Translated A Theatre For Dreamers by Polly Samson
LITERATURE TRANSLATION
SaltOkur Publishing
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Complete translation of a set of Norwegian short stories titled “The Norwegian Fairy Book.”
PROJECT ASSISTANT
European Union Project – Living with Celiac Association
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Facilitated communication and assisted with administrative duties according to the European Union funding rules and regulations.
PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT
Istanbul Independent Film Festival
12.2017 - 04.2018
- Responsible for organizing and processing festival print materials including all published texts, website content, and festival catalogues.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Kraken Animation Istanbul
07.2015 - 04.2017
- Production manager; overseeing the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations between designers and clients.
CUSTOMER RELATIONS MANAGEMENT
DORinsight Research
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Provided administrative support to the customer relations team, supporting CRM activity across the market research business.
AGENCY ASSISTANT
Charmenco Music Organization
07.2013 - 06.2014
- 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
06.2012 - 09.2012
- 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
12.2023 - Current
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
English Prep School – Istanbul Bilgi University
09.2022 - 06.2023
LITERATURE TRANSLATION
Düşbaz Books
04.2021 - 04.2022
LITERATURE TRANSLATION
SaltOkur Publishing
06.2020 - 08.2020
PROJECT ASSISTANT
European Union Project – Living with Celiac Association
01.2019 - 01.2020
PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT
Istanbul Independent Film Festival
12.2017 - 04.2018
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Kraken Animation Istanbul
07.2015 - 04.2017
CUSTOMER RELATIONS MANAGEMENT
DORinsight Research
01.2015 - 07.2015
AGENCY ASSISTANT
Charmenco Music Organization
07.2013 - 06.2014
SUMMER SCHOOL ASSISTANT
Bilgi University – Open Society Foundation
06.2012 - 09.2012
English Language and Literature
Stockholm University
B.A. - Comparative Literature
Istanbul Bilgi University