Hi, I’m Veronika Benasus Simicic. I’m a versatile writer and designer with over 8 years of experience delivering SEO-driven content in English and Spanish, and I’m proficient with WordPress and various CMS platforms. I’ve built a multicultural, adaptable approach through work in five countries, collaborating closely with design and marketing teams to strengthen digital presence while prioritizing clarity, consistency, and user experience. I also design logos, apparel graphics, and other visual assets, and I’ve earned international recognition for branding projects. I’m comfortable as a remote freelancer and can share samples under NDA when appropriate. References and letters are available for review upon request.

Veronika Benasus Simicic

Hi, I’m Veronika Benasus Simicic. I’m a versatile writer and designer with over 8 years of experience delivering SEO-driven content in English and Spanish, and I’m proficient with WordPress and various CMS platforms. I’ve built a multicultural, adaptable approach through work in five countries, collaborating closely with design and marketing teams to strengthen digital presence while prioritizing clarity, consistency, and user experience. I also design logos, apparel graphics, and other visual assets, and I’ve earned international recognition for branding projects. I’m comfortable as a remote freelancer and can share samples under NDA when appropriate. References and letters are available for review upon request.

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Hi, I’m Veronika Benasus Simicic. I’m a versatile writer and designer with over 8 years of experience delivering SEO-driven content in English and Spanish, and I’m proficient with WordPress and various CMS platforms. I’ve built a multicultural, adaptable approach through work in five countries, collaborating closely with design and marketing teams to strengthen digital presence while prioritizing clarity, consistency, and user experience. I also design logos, apparel graphics, and other visual assets, and I’ve earned international recognition for branding projects. I’m comfortable as a remote freelancer and can share samples under NDA when appropriate. References and letters are available for review upon request.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Hebrew (modern)
Intermediate
Italian
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Portuguese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Magazine Contributor / Content Creator / Writer / Proofreader / Editor / Graphic Designer at Don Chicote Magazine – Madrid, Spain
January 1, 2024 - Present
Remote contributor creating content on lifestyle, culture, art, travel, beauty, medicine, animals, cinema, fashion, and business; article writing, proofreading, editing, and graphic design.
Magazine Contributor / Writer / Proofreader / Editor / Graphic Designer; Director, Coordinator and Teacher of Spanish Courses at Don Chicote Magazine
January 1, 2024 - Present
Remote, 100% position creating lifestyle, culture, travel, arts, beauty and business content; articles/reports; proofreading, editing, and graphic design; coordinating and teaching Spanish courses for adults and children.
Relocation/Administration Manager at AHMSA STEEL LTD.
January 1, 2010 - September 1, 2019
Managed relocation/closure of a multinational operation; oversight of administrative and financial processes during corporate wind-down.
Director of the Private and Commercial Banking Department at Bank of Uruguay – Porto Alegre Branch, Brazil
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1992
Directed private and commercial banking functions, credit authorization processes, and related department operations.
Bilingual Executive Director of HR & Finance at Microsoft Corporation – LATAM Division, Uruguay
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
Bilingual leadership role overseeing HR and finance; participated in pilot schemes and cross-functional coordination.
Director of Import/Export Department at Ford Motor Co. – Uruguay
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1998
Oversaw import/export operations, logistics coordination and related strategic initiatives.
Director of Spa and Commercial Stores at Club Mediterraneí Itaparica Resort – Brazil
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Management of spa and commercial operations, staff recruitment and store administration.
HR Manager, English Teacher, Curriculum Coordinator at Intellectual Training Centre – Uruguay
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996
Human resources management, English teaching, course coordination, syllabus development, student evaluation and admissions management.
Director – Private and Commercial Banking Department at Credito Suizo / Credisol – Uruguay
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1992
Directed private and commercial banking operations and related credit processes.
Academic Director / English & Spanish Department Leadership at Private University – Academic College and Business University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008
Chair/Director of English and Spanish Departments; program oversight and academic leadership.
Academic Director / Teacher at Government Centre for Education and Academic Training
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Academic leadership, teaching English and Spanish; program development and staff coordination.
Director of Administration & Finance at GlobalNet Telecommunications – Uruguay
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Administration and finance leadership within telecom organization.

Education

University Degree at Universidad Católica (MERCOSUR) – Uruguay
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
Master Degree in English Language Teaching and Translation (Philology) at Oxford University / Cambridge University – England
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
Master Degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language at UDELAR – Uruguay
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
Coaching in Strategic Inter-Relationship Management and Communication at Ben Gurion University
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026

Qualifications

Member of IAPEWE – International Association of Professional Writers and Editors
August 8, 2018 - October 24, 2031
MBA – Business Administration & Management
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
Notarization and Apostille of diplomas and certificates
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction, Government