Farhad Home
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
- Experienced Freelancer and Entrepreneur with a proven track record in diverse sectors. Throughout my career, I have consistently created opportunities for myself and thrived as a versatile professional. My expertise lies in effectively managing responsibilities even in high-pressure environments, showcasing a keen aptitude for multitasking. My entrepreneurial spirit has driven me to excel in various projects, delivering exceptional results.
- Committed to community engagement and giving back, I have a long-standing history of volunteer work that began in Afghanistan and continued in Turkey. This experience has enriched my perspective and instilled in me a strong sense of social responsibility. I am dedicated to making a positive impact on both my professional endeavors and the communities I serve, consistently seeking opportunities for growth and contribution.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media and Communications Manager
Qasemi Group Of Companies
Istanbul, Turkey
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Created and implemented impactful strategies to increase company brand awareness and engagement.
- Analyzed marketing plan and social media strategies to identify strategic weaknesses and make recommendations for improvements.
- Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
- Developed relationships with influencers to grow reach of company and create wider visibility.
- Managed relationships with third-party vendors and suppliers to establish timely delivery of services.
- Drafted speeches for company executives and advised on media talking points.
Business Owner
British Language Course
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Media and Production Assisant
Hasib Sayed // Owner Of Sherzaad Entertainment
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
- Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
- Reviewed news stories and edited down to fit into specific time slots.
- Developed and implemented communication strategies for range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Management of Video shoots
- Photoshoots
Founder
Afghan Students Association
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Identified problems of Afghan students living in Turkey and shared them with Afghanistan General Consulate and Embassy.
- Helped new students with their university paper work
- Build strong communication system for Afghan students and the General Consulate of Afghanistan in Istanbul.
- Managed and organized several meetings and events between Afghan students and Embassy of Afghanistan.
English Language Teacher
Freelance
Istanbul, Turkey
06.2017 - 09.2020
- Successfully improved Turkish-speaking students' English grammar and vocabulary levels through written and interactive activities.
- Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development.
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
- Tutored and assisted students to help with English language comprehension and mastery.
Human Resources and Communication Assistant
Miroslav Levanic // DCOP-Operations ISEC/ABADE
03.2016 - 06.2016
- Coordinated employee training programs to improve productivity and performance.
- Administered compensation, benefits, and performance management systems at direction of supervisor.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and other HR topics.
- Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and potential candidates.
- Created job descriptions on boards for vacant jobs.
- Coordinated employee relocation processes.
- Participated in job fairs to recruit new talent.
Education
Associate of Arts - Media Fundamentals
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville, ON06.2024
BBA - International Trade And Finance
Istanbul Aydin University
Istanbul, Turkey06.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Foreign Trade
Istanbul Aydin University
Istanbul, Turkey06.2018
Skills
- Camera Operating
- Shot Direction
- Social Media Platforms
- Color Correction
- Advanced MS Office Suite Knowledge
- Office Management
- Risk Management
- Administrative Support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Professional Working
Hindi
Limited Working
Timeline
Social Media and Communications Manager
Qasemi Group Of Companies
09.2021 - 02.2023
Business Owner
British Language Course
09.2020 - 02.2023
Founder
Afghan Students Association
09.2020 - 08.2021
Media and Production Assisant
Hasib Sayed // Owner Of Sherzaad Entertainment
03.2018 - 08.2023
English Language Teacher
Freelance
06.2017 - 09.2020
Human Resources and Communication Assistant
Miroslav Levanic // DCOP-Operations ISEC/ABADE
03.2016 - 06.2016
Associate of Arts - Media Fundamentals
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
BBA - International Trade And Finance
Istanbul Aydin University
Associate of Applied Science - Foreign Trade
Istanbul Aydin University
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