Hi, I’m Gabriella Bodnár, a communications and international relations professional with extensive experience in university marketing, PR strategy, and digital campaigns across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Far East. I enjoy turning complex topics into clear messages and building online and offline channels that attract students and partners alike. In every role I focus on practical, results-driven solutions—from coordinating campaigns and managing recruiter networks to developing mobile-friendly platforms and engaging with media. I’m seeking a challenging opportunity where I can apply my strategic thinking, strong communication skills, and hands-on project management to achieve higher visibility and recruitment success.

Gabriella Bodnár

Hi, I’m Gabriella Bodnár, a communications and international relations professional with extensive experience in university marketing, PR strategy, and digital campaigns across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Far East. I enjoy turning complex topics into clear messages and building online and offline channels that attract students and partners alike. In every role I focus on practical, results-driven solutions—from coordinating campaigns and managing recruiter networks to developing mobile-friendly platforms and engaging with media. I’m seeking a challenging opportunity where I can apply my strategic thinking, strong communication skills, and hands-on project management to achieve higher visibility and recruitment success.

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Hi, I’m Gabriella Bodnár, a communications and international relations professional with extensive experience in university marketing, PR strategy, and digital campaigns across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Far East. I enjoy turning complex topics into clear messages and building online and offline channels that attract students and partners alike.

In every role I focus on practical, results-driven solutions—from coordinating campaigns and managing recruiter networks to developing mobile-friendly platforms and engaging with media. I’m seeking a challenging opportunity where I can apply my strategic thinking, strong communication skills, and hands-on project management to achieve higher visibility and recruitment success.

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Language

Hungarian
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Marketing Expert at Prophyl Ltd.
January 9, 2022 - Present
Content manager at Freelance
February 1, 2021 - Present
Article writing, content management and marketing strategy
Head of Communications and International Relations Department at University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest
June 1, 2019 - October 26, 2025
Planning and executing the university’s communication and PR strategy; coordinating online marketing campaigns; scheming the student recruitment strategy with country-specific operational plans; representing the university at fairs and events; coordinating the work of agents and subcontractors; procurement and financial planning; public relations, cooperation with journalists; developing the official website of the university; designing and editing brochures, publications.
Freelancer International Relations Manager at University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest
June 1, 2019 - February 1, 2021
Creating online and offline marketing strategy; coordinating and analyzing online marketing campaigns (Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, email marketing); exploring new channels and developing platforms for marketing (Chatbot development, smartphone applications); planning student recruitment strategies and operational plans for Europe, Asia, Africa and Far-East; planning and executing the university’s communication and PR strategy in connection with student recruitment; cooperating with local representatives; managing the network of school counsellors and university representatives; inventing the University’s online application system; representing the university abroad at high schools, fairs, conferences and other events.
Head of PR and Communications Group at ELI - HU Non-Profit LLC
January 1, 2017 - October 26, 2025
Scheming and executing the communication and PR strategy of ELI - ALPS project; managing the daily work of PR and communications group; coordinating campaigns and PR activities; planning and following EU and national public procurements; designing and editing brochures, publications; organizing events (e.g., User Workshop for international scientific members).
Deputy Head of Department of Communications at Educatio Public Services LLC
June 1, 2015 - October 26, 2025
Planning and implementing the Company’s communication and PR strategy for both Hungarian and EU projects; operational management of the Department of Communications; managing and supervising the organization of events (e.g., EDUCATIO International Education Fair with 34,000 visitors); media communication and representation of the Company as a spokesperson.
Freelancer journalist at Self-employed
March 1, 2012 - October 26, 2025
Article writing, making interviews mainly in the field of higher education; photography, image editing.
Editor - journalist at Educatio Public Services LLC
December 1, 2010 - October 26, 2025
Planning, writing and editing of the Company’s publications, websites, press releases and articles; developing an informational website on graduate career tracking in Hungary.
Online editor at RTL Klub
May 1, 2008 - October 26, 2025
Editor of the newsreel and the www.rtlhirek.hu website; supervising content management; writing and translating articles.
Online editor at INFORM MEDIA Ltd.
September 1, 2007 - October 26, 2025
Developing the www.boon.hu website; content management and coordination of journalists; article writing, editing, HTML; monitoring the content of the Company’s newspaper and the website.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at Kodolányi János College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet