Marketing · Communications · Brand

Building brands
with people in mind

Aspiring Marketing and Communications specialist with cross-industry experience, a design-conscious eye, and an AI-forward mindset — currently completing a Master's thesis on AI-powered marketing workflows.

Creative thinker.
Systems builder.
People person.

With a background spanning customer experience, consultative sales, retail, and hospitality — I bring strong visual instincts, a natural drive to organize chaos into process, and a genuine love for working with people. My academic research focuses on how AI tools can be meaningfully embedded into modern marketing workflows.

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Education
MSc Marketing & Management
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Thesis Focus
AI in Marketing Workflows
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Languages
Romanian · English
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Background
BA in Arts

Where strategy meets creativity

A cross-functional skill set built across diverse industries — from analytics and strategy to visual design and emerging tech.

📊 Strategic & Analytical

  • Market research & consumer insights
  • Trend analysis & competitive intelligence
  • Customer journey mapping
  • Campaign performance tracking
  • Process design & systematization

🎨 Creative & Visual

  • Brand identity & visual storytelling
  • Content creation & digital assets
  • Social media strategy
  • Copywriting & brand voice
  • UX-aware design thinking

⚡ Technology & AI

  • AI-assisted content & workflow automation
  • MarTech stack evaluation
  • Office 365, Google Workspace, CRM
  • Social media management tools
  • Canva & creative suites

💬 People & Communication

  • Client relationship management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Customer experience design
  • Team coordination & facilitation
  • Bilingual: Romanian & English

Every role, people-facing by choice

Four distinct industries, one common thread — building real connections and creating great experiences.

Verizon
Remote

Customer Experience Specialist

Managed high-volume inbound interactions for one of the world's largest telecom providers, delivering resolution-focused support across billing, technical troubleshooting, and account management.

  • Handled complex multi-channel inquiries maintaining quality and efficiency KPIs
  • Navigated CRM and ticketing systems for end-to-end issue resolution
  • Built expertise in de-escalation, active listening, and first-contact resolution
  • Developed strong remote collaboration habits and self-directed workflow management
Boutique Flower Shop
Retail

Retail Associate

Managed day-to-day operations combining service excellence with visual presentation and inventory awareness in a customer-facing boutique environment.

  • Assisted customers with custom floral arrangements and product selection
  • Maintained visually appealing displays and seasonal merchandising
  • Handled POS transactions, inventory tracking, and supplier coordination
  • Cultivated repeat clientele through personalized service
Peek & Cloppenburg
Premium Retail

Sales Consultant

Delivered personalized, consultative sales experiences in a premium multi-brand fashion retail environment, driving conversion through relationship-building and product expertise.

  • Provided tailored styling recommendations based on client preferences
  • Contributed to visual merchandising and in-store presentation standards
  • Exceeded individual and team sales targets through proactive engagement
  • Developed deep product knowledge across luxury and contemporary brands
Specialty Coffee Shop
Hospitality

Barista

Crafted specialty beverages in a quality-focused, high-traffic setting — delivering consistent brand experiences through product knowledge, speed, and genuine customer connection.

  • Prepared specialty drinks to exacting quality standards under time pressure
  • Built loyal customer relationships through personalized recommendations
  • Maintained operational standards: hygiene, stock rotation, equipment care
  • Contributed to brand atmosphere driving repeat visits and word-of-mouth

Where analytics meets aesthetics

An academic path that blends creative foundations with strategic marketing thinking.

In Progress · Expected 2026

Master's in Marketing and Management

Advanced studies in strategic marketing, brand management, consumer behavior, and data-driven decision-making.

Dissertation

"Leveraging AI Tools in Marketing Workflows" — researching how generative AI, automation platforms, and intelligent content tools can be embedded into end-to-end marketing operations to improve efficiency, personalization, and ROI.

Completed

Bachelor's in Arts

Foundation in creative thinking, visual communication, and cultural analysis — informing a design-conscious approach to brand building and audience engagement.

More than a résumé

👁️ Visual-First Thinker

Instinctively approaches problems through design, aesthetics, and presentation. Sees what others overlook in brand touchpoints.

⚙️ Systems Builder

Doesn't just complete tasks — creates repeatable frameworks. Naturally organizes chaos into process.

🤝 People Magnet

Every role has been people-facing by choice. Builds trust fast, reads rooms well, turns interactions into relationships.

🤖 AI-Forward Mindset

Actively researching and writing a Master's thesis on AI in marketing. Not just aware of the shift — studying how to lead it.

🔄 Adaptable Generalist

Thrived across telecom, fashion, retail, and hospitality. Picks up new domains fast and brings cross-industry perspective.

🌍 Bilingual Communicator

Native Romanian, professional English. Bridges markets and audiences across language boundaries.