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Samia Zini

@samiazini

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Experienced translator and communication advisor with a strong academic background.

Spain

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my translation and communication skills in a dynamic environment, fostering collaboration and creativity.

I am a dedicated professional with a PhD in Journalism from the Universidad de Málaga and a Bachelor's Degree in Advertising and Public Relations. My journey has been marked by a commitment to effective communication and translation, particularly in the fields of medical and socio-political contexts. Currently, I work as a freelance translator, where I specialize in textual and specialized translations, ensuring that complex ideas are conveyed accurately and effectively.

Throughout my career, I have held various roles that have honed my skills in coordination, content creation, and project consultancy. As a coordinator at HM International Patient Costa del Sol, I successfully led a team of medical interpreters, achieving weekly and monthly targets while ensuring high-quality medical interpretation and translation services. My experience as a communication advisor and author has further enriched my ability to create compelling content and engage diverse audiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Translator

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Self-Employed

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Provided textual translation services, specializing in political, socio-political, and journalistic content. Ensured accurate and culturally appropriate renditions for diverse clients.

Translation Journalistic Translation Socio Political Translation

Coordinator

HM International Patient Costa del Sol

Jan 2019 - Mar 2023 (4 years 2 months)

Coordinated a team of medical interpreters, overseeing their tasks and ensuring the achievement of weekly and monthly targets. Provided essential medical interpretation and translation services.

Team Coordination Medical Interpretation Task Management

Communication Advisor

Servicia Solutions S.L.

Mar 2018 - Jun 2020 (2 years 3 months)

Offered project consultancy, contributing to strategic planning and execution. Responsible for content creation and translation services to support various client initiatives.

Content Creation Translation Communication Strategy

Author of the book Mizu y la roca

Lantia Publishing

Oct 2018 - Oct 2018 (0 months)

Authored the book 'Mizu y la roca', managing the entire process from conceptualization to final editing. Ensured high-quality content and adherence to publishing standards.

Content Creation Editing Publishing Creative Writing Project Management

Language School Instructor

Dolores Ariza Álvarez S.L.

Oct 2017 - Jul 2018 (9 months)

Instructed English at the State School Mariana Pineda and French at the State School Jacaranda. Developed and delivered engaging language lessons to students.

Teaching Curriculum Development Classroom Management

Preparation of Doctoral Thesis

Universidad de Málaga

Mar 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 9 months)

Undertook the writing and completion of a doctoral thesis in Journalism, titled '9/11 y la Teoría Occidente y el Mundo Árabe: la visión intermedia de Naguib Mahfouz'. Conducted extensive research and academic writing.

Research Journalism

Communication

UNESCO Chair of Communication (University of Málaga)

Sep 2010 - Aug 2014 (3 years 11 months)

Managed external communications, including the creation of journalistic content. Responsible for content editing and translation of academic papers, alongside organizing courses and congresses.

Academic Translations Content Editing Academic Translation Public Relations

Research Support

Centro Mediterráneo Andalusí (Universidad Pablo de Olavide)

Jan 2012 - Aug 2014 (2 years 7 months)

Served as a co-development research officer, focusing on economic and social policy within Europe. Contributed to journalistic writing, editing, translation, and congress organization.

Social Policy Analysis Editing Translation

Institutional Relations Officer

Fundación Manuel Alcántara

Jun 2008 - Jul 2009 (1 year 1 month)

Managed relations with institutions and media, ensuring a positive public image for the foundation. Drafted website content, oversaw publications, and handled external communications in multiple languages.

Institutional Relations Media Relations Content Editing

Administrative Clerk

Phone Link Ltd.

Feb 2006 - Jun 2007 (1 year 4 months)

Performed administrative duties and managed external communication for the company. Operated effectively in an English-speaking work environment.

Administrative Support Office Management Data Entry

International Public Relations Officer (Internship)

Agustín Torralbo Couture

Jul 2004 - Dec 2004 (5 months)

Managed media relations, international fashion trade fairs, and showrooms. Responsible for content management, including press conferences, press releases, and press files.

Media Relations Content Management Press Conference Coordination Press Release Writing Event Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Universidad de Málaga

Bachelor's Degree, Advertising and Public Relations

Studied core principles and practices of advertising and public relations. Gained foundational knowledge in strategic communication and media relations.

Universidad de Málaga

PhD, Journalism

Activities and societies: Co-developed research on economic and social policy in Europe; engaged in journalistic writing, editing, and translation; organized congresses. Served as external communications officer, produced journalistic content, edited and translated academic papers, and organized courses and congresses.

Conducted advanced research in Journalism, culminating in a doctoral thesis. The thesis, titled '9/11 y la Teoría Occidente y el Mundo Árabe: la visión intermedia de Naguib Mahfouz', involved extensive writing and completion.