Begum Avar

Research Assistant at Mannheim University

Supported sociological research on migration and integration in Germany.

Load Control Agent at Lufthansa Global Load Control (Turkey)

Ensured safe aircraft loading and weight distribution compliance.

Research Assistant at Bogazici University Linguistics Department

Supported linguistics research projects.

Assistant Coordinator and Language Instructor at Bogazici University Language Center

Managed program operations and taught Turkish at multiple proficiency levels to international students.

Senior Project Manager at DeepL SE

Supervised a team of 8 consultants for a Text-to-Speech project, ensuring linguistic accuracy and adherence to guidelines. Developed project trackers, implemented quality control procedures, and conducted team training. Maintained transparent communication with clients regarding project milestones and deliverables.

Project Manager at DeepL SE

Developed project trackers, implemented quality control procedures, and conducted team training. Maintained transparent communication with clients regarding project milestones and deliverables.

Linguistic Project Director at Productive Playhouse, Inc.

Oversaw sourcing, onboarding and performance management of multilingual project teams. Developed tailored assessment tests, training materials, and client-specific pricing models. Managed quality assurance and progress tracking for a diverse range of linguistic projects, ensuring client standards.

Project Manager, Language Data at DeepL SE

Directed a global portfolio of linguistic and localization projects across 40+ languages, including Text-to-Speech (TTS), transcription, proofreading, and data annotation. Spearheaded integration of project management tools and standardized trackers, improving communication and reporting accuracy. Designed and implemented new SOPs and division-wide frameworks to improve consistency and scalability. Expanded and re-structured the linguistic division to optimize resource allocation and performance. Introduced a bonus-based retention system to enhance consultant motivation and delivery quality.

Research Assistant at Boğaziçi University, Linguistics Department

Supported sociolinguistic research on migration and integration in Germany.

Assistant Coordinator and Language Instructor at Boğaziçi University Language Center

Managed program operations and taught Turkish to international students at multiple proficiency levels.

Assistant Coordinator & Language Instructor at Boğaziçi University Language Center (Turkey)

Worked as Assistant Coordinator and Language Instructor, supporting Turkish language programs and multi-level instruction.

Load Controller Agent at Lufthansa Global Load Control (Turkey)

Managed load control operations for safe air freight handling.

Research Assistant at Bogazici University

Linguistics research assistant in the Linguistics Department.

Project Manager at DEEP LSE

Directed a global portfolio of linguistic and localization projects across 40+ languages (including TTS, transcription, proofreading, and data annotation). Standardized project management tools and trackers to boost communication and reporting accuracy. Designed and implemented new SOPs and division-wide frameworks to improve consistency and scalability. Expanded and restructured the linguistic division to optimize resource allocation and performance. Introduced a bonus-based retention system to boost consultant motivation and delivery quality.

Led a data/AI-focused project team of eight editors across multiple language pairs, ensuring linguistic quality and adherence to guidelines; mentored junior team members and supported project planning and reporting.

Drove project management activities for multiple localization initiatives; ensured on-time delivery, quality, and client satisfaction across language pairs.

Linguistic Project Director at Productive Playhouse, Inc., USA (Remote)

Directed linguistic and localization projects; oversaw planning, transcription, translation and annotation; coordinated with cross-functional teams; improved process quality and timeliness; supported process refinement and data handling across 40+ languages.

Research Assistant at Bogazici University, Linguistics Department (Turkey)

Supported sociolinguistic research on migration and integration in Germany; assisted data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Research Assistant at Mannheim University (Germany)

Supported sociolinguistic research on migration and integration in Germany.