Communications Specialist, interpreter, video producer

Paola Mena

Phone: 913-***-**** • Email: *************@*****.***

***** * ***** ***, ******, KS 66061

Education

MS, Audiovisual Production Design and Management

Autonomous University of Barcelona, Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

BS, Communication and Advertising

Central American Technological University, Jun 2009 - May 2014

Professional Experience

International Language Interpreter

Olathe District Public Schools Jan 2025 - Present

Provide accurate translations of school materials to Spanish and Portuguese.

Facilitate parent-teacher conferences, screenings, and assessments.

Assist families in navigating school services and resources.

Promote cultural sensitivity to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Communications Specialist

BAC Honduras Nov 2022 - Nov 2023

Developed and executed communication strategies, enhancing audience engagement by 20%.

Managed PR efforts, media relations, and crisis communication.

Created content for internal and external communications, ensuring consistency with brand messaging.

Maintained an editorial calendar for content planning and execution.

Compiled and analyzed content performance metrics to optimize communication strategies.

Assisted in organizing corporate events, conferences, and promotional activities.

Senior Video Producer Art Director

Novamedia Productions May 2014 - Apr 2024

Led visual concept development, achieving a 95% client approval rate.

Managed over 3,000 media projects for multinational brands, securing a 96% client retention rate.

Implemented Agile project management, reducing project timelines by 25%.

Streamlined pre-production and post-production processes, cutting turnaround times by 20-30%.

Developed internal and external communication materials aligned with brand and business goals.

Introduced a casting app, minimizing in-person casting costs and carbon footprint.

Provided translation services for commercial scripts and corporate websites.

Producer

Televicentro Nov 2016 - Nov 2020

Oversaw script development, production planning, and live programming.

Maintained an editorial calendar to ensure content alignment with business objectives.

Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to align commercial and editorial content.

Managed production budgets and ensured high-quality content delivery.

Freelance Casting & Production Support

Various Projects Feb 2016 - Oct 2020

Conducted casting, location scouting, and talent negotiations for commercial productions.

Developed a talent database with 1,000+ profiles, ensuring diverse representation.

Managed production logistics, scheduling, and script breakdowns.

Assisted in content creation and strategic communication for various media projects.

Languages: Spanish (Native), English (Advanced), Portuguese (Intermediate), French (Intermediate)

Software: Adobe Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Canva, Microsoft Office, Apple Suite, Teamwork PM, WordPress (basic)

References

Available upon request.

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