Localization Project Manager & Editor
2021 - Present
YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP, Milan (Italy)
- Coordinate and supervise end-to-end translation projects and language launches respecting budget, deadlines, and quality requirements in collaboration with cross-functional teams (SEO, Marketing, CRM, CCare, Legal…); 700+ projects/year.
- Optimizing workflows, providing guidance and context insights to maximize time & costs saving.
- Tutoring and training of internal linguists/PMs and external vendors.
- As one of Employee Resource Group’s leaders, organizing and leading internal events (charity run, webinars)
Localization Editor - Russian
2017 - 2021
YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP, Milan (Italy)
- Translating, proofreading and testing content for Russian-speaking markets (>10) in line with culture-sensitive aspects.
- Performed websites and app localization for leading luxury brands (Armani, Valentino, D2squared, dunhill, Moncler…)
- Ensured linguistic accuracy and coherence, implemented Language Quality Insurance standards, 400K words/year.
- Supporting SEO, marketing activities and web content editing through CMS.
- Leading and organization regular Term base updates across 10 languages.
Freelance Translator along Master’s degree completion
Jan 2013 – Apr 2017
Self-employed, Italy Translation and copywriting activities in English, Russian, Italian for third parties (websites,CCare, WordPress articles, fashion, legal & commercial documents)
- Conducted full translation of Marketing book (English to Russian, confidential).
Interpreter & Translator (8 months internship)
Sep 2014 – Feb 2015
Centro Giuridico di Diritto Italiano “Minsk”, Bari (Italy)
- Supporting lawyers through translation and interpreting activities for international adoption.
Travel Agent along Bachelor’s degree completion
Jan 2011 – Nov 2011
Europe Incoming Srl, Rome (Italy)
- Created tailored-made tours and itineraries for groups all over Italy and ensuring group assistance, problem solving.
- Planned out and negotiated different services with clients and suppliers.
Management Team Assistant
Apr 2008 – Aug 2009
ING Life Insurance, Moscow (Russia)
- Carried out day-to-day duties, such as managing agenda, phone calls, correspondence,
transfers, reports and meetings for COO, CFO, CMO, Sales Director accurately and efficiently.
- Handled document translations and interpreting at meetings.
- Used coordination, effective task prioritization and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Personal Assistant
Jun 2007 – Dec 2007
Ruspromotion, Voronezh (Russia)
- Effectively assisted in day-to-day activities to election campaign manager.
- Led and coordinated 5 promoter groups (about 120 pp).
- Organized and controlled local office activities and facility supplies.
Language study stays (1 year cumulated)
2005 & 2006
Annapolis (USA)
- Combining multiple jobs (shop assistant, waitress, hostess) to finance the linguistic stays.
