I'm a communications & PR professional with over 18 years of experience in media, PR, broadcasting and content development. I have led production, journalism, and content initiatives within major Romanian TV and publishing companies, and I am an accredited national Tour Guide. Tourism is my third professional specialty, developed through field work and formal courses, and I have worked as a travel journalist, tour guide, hotel guide and tour manager for diverse operators in Romania and abroad. Currently, I develop national and international Communications & PR projects for the Mamaia Constanța Destination Management Organization in Constanța city, Romania, combining strategic storytelling with destination marketing to boost awareness and engagement. I am passionate about travel, media, and sustainable tourism development, and I enjoy creating compelling content that connects people with places and experiences.

Oana Silviana Crăciun

I'm a communications & PR professional with over 18 years of experience in media, PR, broadcasting and content development. I have led production, journalism, and content initiatives within major Romanian TV and publishing companies, and I am an accredited national Tour Guide. Tourism is my third professional specialty, developed through field work and formal courses, and I have worked as a travel journalist, tour guide, hotel guide and tour manager for diverse operators in Romania and abroad. Currently, I develop national and international Communications & PR projects for the Mamaia Constanța Destination Management Organization in Constanța city, Romania, combining strategic storytelling with destination marketing to boost awareness and engagement. I am passionate about travel, media, and sustainable tourism development, and I enjoy creating compelling content that connects people with places and experiences.

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I’m a communications & PR professional with over 18 years of experience in media, PR, broadcasting and content development. I have led production, journalism, and content initiatives within major Romanian TV and publishing companies, and I am an accredited national Tour Guide. Tourism is my third professional specialty, developed through field work and formal courses, and I have worked as a travel journalist, tour guide, hotel guide and tour manager for diverse operators in Romania and abroad.

Currently, I develop national and international Communications & PR projects for the Mamaia Constanța Destination Management Organization in Constanța city, Romania, combining strategic storytelling with destination marketing to boost awareness and engagement. I am passionate about travel, media, and sustainable tourism development, and I enjoy creating compelling content that connects people with places and experiences.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner
Italian
Beginner
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing & PR Manager – Communication & Public Relations Department at Mamaia Constanța Destination Management Organization
September 30, 2023 - October 26, 2025
Scheduling and planning PR and communication activities; refining external messaging for targeted audiences; evaluating campaigns; maintaining media relations and distributing press releases; creating promotional content for tourism events; organizing local, national and international campaigns; email marketing and social media management; developing partnerships with operators and media; coordinating local events in Constanța and Mamaia according to a media plan.
Marketing & PR Manager – Communication & Public Relations Department at Mamaia Constanța Destination Management Organization
October 1, 2023 - Present
Continuing management of PR/communication activities, media outreach, content creation for national/international tourism events, and online/offline campaigns; partnership development with stakeholders and media.
Tour guide and tour sales representative (hotel guide) at Amara Tour
June 30, 2023 - October 26, 2025
Tour guiding and sales representation for Romanian tourists in Lara resort, Antalya (all-inclusive vacations through Amara Tour).
PR Specialist / SEO & Email Marketing (remote) at Bridgewest.eu; Clientpedia.com; Webdesignuk.london
October 1, 2022 - October 26, 2025
Implementing SEO strategies, developing partnerships with high-quality websites, blogging and content creation; performing email marketing campaigns and outreach; article writing for international websites.
Publisher Services Manager (remote) at optAd360
October 1, 2022 - October 26, 2025
Independent contractor providing publisher services; facilitating online monetization, coordinating AI Engine implementation and advertising contracts; supporting remote meetings and presentations.
Marketing, Communication & PR Professional at Gemeny Studio Production
March 1, 2022 - October 26, 2025
Drafting and placing marketing/PR offers; editing promotional materials for social networks; updating customer database; market research and new business development.
Communication & Public Relations Specialist at SC Polaris M. Holding
October 1, 2021 - October 26, 2025
Drafting informational materials; implementing the organization’s communication strategy; coordinating events and media relations; managing social media and internal communications.
Online marketing specialist at Online parenting programs
August 31, 2020 - October 26, 2025
Online marketing, course promotion, and sales initiatives for parenting programs.
Assistant Cruise Director/Cruise Director at Danube Cruises / Amadeus Cruises
April 1, 2020 - October 26, 2025
Cruise program planning and guest experience management; coordination with hotel operations and excursion teams.
Tour guide at Summer Tour
October 1, 2019 - October 26, 2025
Tour guiding for Romanian visitors in Istanbul/Turkey tourism contexts during the summer season.
Marketing, Events, PR & Social Media Manager at Magic Place Events
December 1, 2018 - October 26, 2025
Marketing, events management, PR and social media optimization for HORECA and event services.
Communication and Public Relations Specialist at BDR Associates
December 1, 2017 - October 26, 2025
PR campaigns, media relations, and client communications for a public relations agency.
Staff recruitment specialist/public relations specialist at Excellent Care Homes
May 1, 2017 - October 26, 2025
HR/general PR activities for healthcare hospitality settings in the UK.
Personnel recruitment specialist (representative from Romania) at UK Visa Works
September 1, 2016 - October 26, 2025
Romanian representative handling recruitment and client liaison for UK-based projects.
Television Production Manager – Freelancer at Nelstill Video Production
September 1, 2016 - October 26, 2025
Freelance production management for television/photo/video projects.
Program Producer/Director – Freelancer at Travel Mix Channel
September 1, 2016 - October 26, 2025
Freelance program production and directing for travel-focused media.
Communication and public relations specialist – freelancer at United Hands Association
August 1, 2015 - October 26, 2025
Freelance PR, communications, and event support for a non-profit association.
Public relations specialist/communications manager at Plus Communication Consulting
August 1, 2014 - October 26, 2025
PR campaigns, media relations and client communications for a consultancy.
Public Relations Coordinator/Online Editor at Oceanic Club Constanța, Creative Eye/Romanian Seaside
December 31, 2014 - October 26, 2025
PR coordination and online editorial work for a travel/sea-side organization.
News presenter/news editor at Radio Sky
December 31, 2011 - October 26, 2025
News presentation and editing for local radio.
News reporter/production assistant at Dobrogea Media Vision
December 31, 2010 - October 26, 2025
Reporting and production assistance for television projects.
Web editor/content writer at Queen Beta
January 1, 2012 - October 26, 2025
Web editing and content writing for online platforms.
News reporter/editor/program producer at RTV Satellite Net – Romania TV
April 1, 2012 - October 26, 2025
News reporting, editorial responsibilities and program production.
Marketing & PR Manager – Communication & Public Relations Department at Constanța Destination Management Organization
August 1, 2023 - Present
Scheduling and planning PR and communication activities; orienting and adapting external messaging; evaluating and supervising marketing campaigns for alignment with the organization's image; maintaining media relations and distributing press releases; creating content and promotional materials; organizing local/national/international tourism events; coordinating online/offline campaigns; email marketing and social media management; developing partnerships with Romanian and foreign tour operators; promoting locale events in Constanța and Mamaia.
Tour guide and tour sales representative (hotel guide) at LARA Resort Hotels
December 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Tour guide and sales representative for Romanian guests with all-inclusive packages.
Marketing, Communication & PR Professional at Gemeny Studio Production
April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022
Drafting and placing marketing/PR offers; editing and designing promotional materials for social networks; updating customer database; market research and new client outreach.
Communications and Public Relations Specialist at SC Polaris M. Holding
January 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Drafting informational materials; implementing the organization’s communication strategy; organizing events; article writing and publishing; website administration; managing social media; internal newsletters; press releases; journalist contacts; external promotional support.
Assistant Cruise Director/Cruise Director at Danube Cruises / Amadeus Cruises
December 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
Cruise line roles including guest services, program coordination and director duties on Danube itineraries.
Tour operator representative at Summer Tour, Antalya, Turkey
May 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Tour operator representative for tours in Turkey.
Staff recruitment specialist/public relations specialist at Excellent Care Homes
October 1, 2016 - May 31, 2017
HR and PR responsibilities within a care home/Healthcare setting.
Television Production Manager – Freelancer at Nelstill Video Production
September 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016
Television production management for video projects.
Program Producer/Director – Freelancer at Travel Mix Channel
September 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016
Program production and directorial duties for travel/media projects.
Communication and public relations specialist – freelancer at United Hands Association
January 1, 2013 - August 31, 2015
PR and communications freelancer for a non-profit/travel-related association.
Public Relations Coordinator/Online Editor at Oceanic Club Constanța / Creative Eye
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
PR coordination and online content management for travel/non-profit entities.
News reporter/ Online editor/ Program producer at TV Neptun
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
News reporting, online editing and program production for local TV.
Communications & PR Coordinator at Mamaia Constanța Destination Management Organization
October 1, 2023 - Present
Strategically planned and executed comprehensive PR and communication activities in collaboration with general management; developed targeted messaging across online/offline channels; implemented marketing campaigns; maintained media relationships and distributed press releases; reviewed materials for executive leadership; produced content for national/international tourism events; represented the organization on TV/online media; managed integrated campaigns with marketing specialists; coordinated tourism events and email marketing; managed social media presence and online promotion; established strategic partnerships with media outlets and tour operators.
Tour Manager – Collaborator at Hello Holidays – National Tour Operator
August 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Accompanied Romanian tourist groups on European circuits; coordinated logistics and itineraries; organized destination experiences; delivered presentations and guided commentary; provided translation/interpretation services; liaised with local transport providers; maintained guest satisfaction and generated additional revenue through excursions.
SEO/Email Marketing/ IT Publisher Services Manager (remote work) at Bridgewest.eu; Clientpedia.com; Webdesignuk.london
March 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022
Executed advanced SEO strategies; developed partnerships with high-authority sites; promoted link-building and guest-posting services; conducted market research and prospecting; managed email campaigns and content publishing; authored articles and ensured SEO best practices and originality.
Independent Contractor Publisher Relations Specialist / Ad Tech Consultant at optAd360, Poland
March 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021
Provided strategic support to global publishers for website monetization; guided publishers through AI Engine integration; negotiated advertising contracts; coordinated online demonstrations and business development activities; expanded publisher portfolio in Romanian and international markets.
Communication & Public Relations at POLARIS M. Holding
September 1, 2020 - October 31, 2020
Developed informational and communication materials; executed the organization’s communication strategy; coordinated activities within the PR framework; authored articles; managed social media presence; drafted press releases and nurtured media relations; supported external promotional events.
Communications & Public Relations Specialist at BDR Associates
September 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
HORECA/ Events Communications & Public Relations Specialist; managed PR activities and events for a strategic communications agency.
Assistant Cruise Director/Cruise Director at Lueftner Cruises / Amadeus Cruises
May 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Supported Cruise Director; coordinated tours and shore excursions; ensured guest satisfaction and smooth cruise operations; managed guest well-being and onboard programming; liaised with port agencies and hotel departments; helped with administrative tasks.
Tour Guide - Tour Operator Representative (working in Turkey) at Summer Tour
October 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Researched, planned and executed tour itineraries; delivered engaging presentations; coordinated airport transfers; provided translation/interpretation; escorted groups and ensured safety and satisfaction.

Education

Master's Degree, Specialist in Communication and Public Relations at National School of Political and Administrative Studies
October 1, 2007 - July 1, 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism at University of Bucharest, Faculty of Journalism and Communications
October 1, 2003 - July 1, 2007
Accreditation course - Travel Agent / Local/National Tour Guide at CEDES, Bucharest
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Master's Degree, Specialist in Communication and Public Relations at National School of Political and Administrative Studies
October 1, 2007 - July 1, 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism at University of Bucharest, Faculty of Journalism and Communication Sciences
October 1, 2003 - July 1, 2007
Accreditation course - Ministry of Tourism Travel Agent / Local/National Tour Guide at CEDES, Bucharest
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Master’s Degree, Communication & PR Specialist at University of Bucharest, Faculty of Journalism and Communication Sciences
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026
Accreditation COURSE – Ministry of Tourism Travel Agent/ Local and National Tour Guide at CEDES, Bucharest
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026

Qualifications

Accreditation course - Travel Agent / Local/National Tour Guide
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Accreditation course - Ministry of Tourism Travel Agent / Local/National Tour Guide
October 1, 2019 - December 12, 2025
Bachelor’s Degree, Journalism
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026
Accreditation COURSE – Ministry of Tourism Travel Agent/ Local and National Tour Guide
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization