I’m a Strategic Project Manager who thrives on guiding international, cross-functional teams from planning through delivery. I excel at turning complex challenges into clear, measurable outcomes, especially in digital content localization and enterprise-scale programs. I’m passionate about building strong relationships with clients and partners, bridging business and tech to align objectives, milestones, and value. My work philosophy centers on transparent communication, data-driven decision making, and nurturing high-performing, multicultural teams across Europe, Asia, and the USA. I love turning ambitious ideas into structured roadmaps, dashboards, and repeatable processes that scale with growth.

Katsiaryna Shahoika

I’m a Strategic Project Manager who thrives on guiding international, cross-functional teams from planning through delivery. I excel at turning complex challenges into clear, measurable outcomes, especially in digital content localization and enterprise-scale programs. I’m passionate about building strong relationships with clients and partners, bridging business and tech to align objectives, milestones, and value. My work philosophy centers on transparent communication, data-driven decision making, and nurturing high-performing, multicultural teams across Europe, Asia, and the USA. I love turning ambitious ideas into structured roadmaps, dashboards, and repeatable processes that scale with growth.

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I’m a Strategic Project Manager who thrives on guiding international, cross-functional teams from planning through delivery. I excel at turning complex challenges into clear, measurable outcomes, especially in digital content localization and enterprise-scale programs. I’m passionate about building strong relationships with clients and partners, bridging business and tech to align objectives, milestones, and value.

My work philosophy centers on transparent communication, data-driven decision making, and nurturing high-performing, multicultural teams across Europe, Asia, and the USA. I love turning ambitious ideas into structured roadmaps, dashboards, and repeatable processes that scale with growth.

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Language

Polish
Advanced
Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Project Manager at Lionbridge Technologies
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Leading international digital localization projects for high-profile clients, ensuring on-time delivery (99.8%) across multilingual markets, ensuring scalability, quality, and alignment with business objectives. Lead cross-continental delivery teams of developers, engineers, and linguists across Europe, Asia, and the USA, managing end-to-end project execution. Serve as primary point of contact for clients, managing client escalations, investigations, and executive reporting to secure client trust and retention. Develop and maintain project roadmaps, milestones, and performance dashboards ensuring transparency for executive stakeholders (PMO, Sales).
Middle Project Manager at Lionbridge Technologies
February 2, 2022 - December 31, 2023
- Managed complex, multi-language digital projects from initiation through delivery for international clients. - Applied structured PM methodologies to optimize timelines, budgets, and capacity planning across concurrent projects. - Supported vendor strategy optimization and cost reduction initiatives (–40%) through vendors pool adjustments and process refinement. - Enhanced transparency via real-time performance dashboards and KPI-based reporting, ensuring leadership visibility and data-driven decisions. - Applied structured delivery frameworks to ensure consistency, risk control, and transparency throughout the project lifecycle. - Managed project scheduling, budgeting and financial forecasting and invoicing aligning project goals with profitability targets.
Communication & development project manager at International Cultural Center in Poland
September 2, 2018 - February 1, 2022
- Directed communication, educational and cultural projects in partnership with international organisations and government partners, expanding reach to 30+ countries. - Organized art festivals, theatre residencies, and exhibitions, overseeing logistics, production, and cultural content. - Amplified sales by 95% over three years through innovative communication and upselling strategies. - Represented projects at international conferences and world congresses, presenting cultural programs and building networks. - Developed project timelines, coordinated multidisciplinary teams, and ensured project delivery aligned with partner objectives.
Marketing specialist at International Cultural Center in Poland
September 1, 2016 - August 31, 2018
- Drove marketing automation initiatives (CRM, SEO, analytics) to improve campaign engagement and conversion rates. - Led digital marketing campaigns across social media and web platforms, increasing visibility for cultural programs. - Coordinated production of promotional materials, ensuring consistency and audience impact. - Supported partnerships and collaborations with designers, media, and cultural institutions to maximize reach. - Assessed and refined SEO and digital strategies to optimize audience engagement and participation.
Linguist & Translator / Interpreter at Minsk State Linguistic University
September 1, 2014 - June 1, 2017
- Delivered interpretation and translation for high-level negotiations, interviews, and conferences. - Advised on multilingual communications and cultural strategies to support business and academic programs.
Senior Project Manager at Lionbridge Technologies
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Managed complex, multi-language digital projects from initiation through delivery for international clients; applied structured PM methodologies to optimize timelines, budgets, and capacity planning across concurrent projects; supported vendor strategy optimization and cost reduction initiatives (-40%).

Education

Master of Science at Linguistics & Foreign Languages, Minsk State Linguistic University (Belarus)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2014
Master of Science : European Law at Montesquieu - Bordeaux IV University (France)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Science : Political Science & European Studies at Montesquieu - Bordeaux IV University (France)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
Master of Science: Linguistics & Foreign Languages at Minsk State Linguistic University (Belarus)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of Science: Political Science & European Studies at Minsk State Linguistic University (Belarus)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL DEGREE: CULTURAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
PROFESSIONAL DEGREE: STRATEGIC LAUNCH & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
March 1, 2021 - December 21, 2021
Master of Science: European Law
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
International Centre of French Theatre - Certification in Communications & Development Project Management
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Pan-European Training Programme - Professional Degree: Strategic Launch & Production Management
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
PM Certification
January 1, 2026 - December 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Financial Services