I am a journalist and editor with 15+ years in news media, copywriting, and digital content creation. I have led editorial teams, delivered high-quality content under tight deadlines, and developed creative projects. I am fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, with intermediate English. I recently completed a Software Testing course and am open to roles in content, communications, or QA. I am passionate about storytelling, clear communication, and building strong client relationships. My experience spans fast-paced newsrooms, long-form features, and educational settings, and I enjoy turning complex topics into engaging content for diverse audiences.

Yana Katasonova

I am a journalist and editor with 15+ years in news media, copywriting, and digital content creation. I have led editorial teams, delivered high-quality content under tight deadlines, and developed creative projects. I am fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, with intermediate English. I recently completed a Software Testing course and am open to roles in content, communications, or QA. I am passionate about storytelling, clear communication, and building strong client relationships. My experience spans fast-paced newsrooms, long-form features, and educational settings, and I enjoy turning complex topics into engaging content for diverse audiences.

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I am a journalist and editor with 15+ years in news media, copywriting, and digital content creation. I have led editorial teams, delivered high-quality content under tight deadlines, and developed creative projects. I am fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, with intermediate English. I recently completed a Software Testing course and am open to roles in content, communications, or QA.

I am passionate about storytelling, clear communication, and building strong client relationships. My experience spans fast-paced newsrooms, long-form features, and educational settings, and I enjoy turning complex topics into engaging content for diverse audiences.

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Language

Ukrainian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

News Editor at Live
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Edited daily news and online content; supervised news feed editing; ensured accuracy and timeliness.
News Editor at Liga.net
January 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
Led news desk, produced and edited news content; coordinated with reporters and editors.
News Editor at Yednist
January 1, 2017 - October 1, 2025
Edited and produced news content; built newsroom workflows; contributed to feature stories.
Journalist Teacher at Palace of Youth Creativity
January 1, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Taught journalism; developed curricula and mentored students in media studies.
Press Service Journalist at Pavlograd
January 1, 2010 - October 1, 2025
Wrote press releases; managed media relations for the local press service.
Staff Member at Suy Ruder Catering
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Support staff role; gained customer service experience.
News Editor at News.LIVE
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
News Editor at Liganet
January 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
News Editor at News.LIVE
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Managed news feed and editorial team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Edited and published 100+ daily news items across multiple categories.
News Editor at Liga.net
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Edited breaking news and long-reads. Optimized content for online audiences, boosting engagement.
News Editor at Glavred
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Supervised the news feed team. Produced clear and engaging content under strict deadlines.
News Editor at Yednist
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Edited news content and coordinated editorial workflow.
Journalism Teacher at Palace of Youth Creativity
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Taught journalism to students, developed curricula, and mentored aspiring writers.
Press Service Journalist at Pavlogradvugillya
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Covered press service communications, news releases, and media relations.
Staff Member at Suy Ruder Catering
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Adapted quickly to a new industry and teamwork in an international environment.

Education

Master’s Degree at Kyiv National Pedagogical University (Dragomanov University)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor’s Degree at Oles Honchar Dnipro National University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Master's Degree at Kyiv National Pedagogical University (Dragomanov University)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor's Degree at Oles Honchar Dnipro National University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Master’s Degree, Ukrainian Philology at Kyiv National Pedagogical University (Dragomanov University)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor’s Degree, Journalism at Oles Honchar Dnipro National University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

Software Testing Course
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Software Testing Course
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Free School of Journalism, Kyiv
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Travel grants recipient, Lviv Media Forum
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Travel grants recipient, Lviv Media Forum
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Travel grants recipient, Lviv Media Forum
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Travel grants recipient, Lviv Media Forum
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Travel grants recipient, Lviv Media Forum
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other