Versatile Journalist and marketing professional offering many years of progressive experience in industry. Strategic decision maker and operational problem solver. Hardworking, reliable professional bringing many years of experience. Strong communicator with natural leadership talent and high energy. Impactful and successful manager talented in building teams and motivating personnel to new levels of performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Champagne Bar & Wine Shop Pierre
Podgorica, Montenegro
06.2024 - Current
Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Organization Manager
Link creative studio/Džada Film Fest
Podgorica, Montenegro
05.2021 - 04.2023
Planned and coordinated festival logistics, including scheduling, budgeting, staffing, and security.
Developed promotional materials to market the event and generate attendance.
Collaborated with local businesses to secure sponsorships for the event.
Monitored donations received from patrons at various points onsite.
Maintained communication between all parties involved in the planning process.
Developed engaging content for event websites and social media channels, increasing online visibility and participation.
Created an online presence through social media outlets to promote the festival.
Implemented comprehensive marketing strategies, including tv stations, social media and print advertising, to maximize event attendance.
Chef Editor/TV Presenter
Star Magazin
Podgorica, Montenegro
04.2018 - 08.2018
Star Magazine was a TV show that was broadcast in Podgorica on local TV station Vijesti.
Star Magazine was a program that focused on various aspects of pop culture, including music, fashion, and entertainment. Shows like this feature interviews with various artists from different aspects of art.
Carlsberg Montenegro was the official sponsor of the TV show for the year 2018.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7jCE0g3YGM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zO6_tpbmhYo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEhj81Z-eGU
Chef Editor/TV Presenter
Star Magazin
Podgorica, Montenegro
04.2017 - 08.2017
Star Magazine was a TV show that was broadcast in Podgorica on local TV station Vijesti.
Star Magazine was a program that focused on various aspects of pop culture, including music, fashion, and entertainment. Shows like this feature interviews with various artists from different aspects of art.
G3 Spirits was the official sponsor of the TV show for the year 2017.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WP5DG_fuXpk
Marketing Director
Marketing agency "Trust"
Podgorica, Montenegro
03.2015 - 08.2017
Developed and implemented a comprehensive marketing strategy to increase brand awareness.
Oversaw budgeting for all marketing activities, ensuring expenditures were within allocated limits.
Organized promotional campaigns, including social media, TV stations, print materials, press releases, and website content. Developed social media marketing strategies to help brand company and increase sales.
Performed market analysis to better understand target audiences.
Organized trade shows and exhibitions to promote brand awareness.
Generated ideas to increase sales through creative promotions.
Managed social media accounts and campaigns.
Drafted press releases announcing new products or services.
Designed graphics and logos for advertisements, newsletters, and other marketing collateral.
Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, and websites.
Recruited and managed a team of marketers responsible for executing projects.
Negotiated contracts with outside vendors such as printers, photographers, and web developers.
Maintained positive relationships with media outlets to increase visibility of organizational activities.
Served as spokesperson at press conferences or interviews when needed.
Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
Created a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and encourages employee engagement.
Journalist/Editor
Dnevne novine
Podgorica, Montenegro
09.2012 - 09.2014
Researched and wrote stories on a variety of topics, such as politics, crime, education, entertainment, health and sports.
Generated ideas for feature stories that would be compelling to readership audiences.
Maintained relationships with key contacts within various organizations or institutions.
Collaborated with editors to create headlines that accurately reflect the story content.
Attended press conferences and other events to gather newsworthy information.
Sourced expert opinions for stories from professionals in relevant fields.
Analyzed data from surveys and polls to identify trends or patterns related to specific topics.
Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events.
Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
Wrote factually correct, concise, and engaging news stories within tight deadlines.
Monitored local, national and international events for potential story ideas.
Edited copy written by other journalists to ensure accuracy and clarity.
News Reporter
TV Vijesti
Podgorica, Montenegro
09.2009 - 06.2012
Analyzed current affairs to inform viewers about the latest developments.
Assisted with production tasks such as lighting set-ups, camera operation, sound recording.
Developed and wrote news stories on a daily basis.
Gathered facts, collected data, and reported the news in an unbiased manner.
Collaborated with producers and directors in order to ensure that stories were presented accurately in accordance with company standards.
Attended press conferences and interviewed key figures in order to obtain information for stories.
Researched topics, conducted interviews, and produced accurate reports.
Edited video footage for broadcast on television.
Built relationships with experts in various fields to create funnel for story leads and information.
Education
Master of Science - Journalism
Faculty of Political Science
Podgorica
05-2009
Skills
Complex Problem-Solving
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Excellent Communication
Problem Resolution
Team Management
Affiliations
My greatest passion and something that occupies my mind is weight lifting.