Kalina Kostova

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I'm Kalina Kostova, a curious and collaborative creative professional based in Bristol, United Kingdom.

About

I’m Kalina Kostova, a curious and collaborative creative professional based in Bristol, United Kingdom. With seven years across the creative industries and higher education, I contribute to strategy as a board member and bring hands-on energy to teaching, sessions, and workshops.

I enjoy building inclusive learning environments, composing for briefs, and supporting students to explore recording techniques, songwriting, and creative collaboration in both formal education settings and freelance projects.

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • BulgarianFluent
  • Spanish; CastilianIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education

Work experience· 12 roles

Session Musician (Vocals) · Wilder VocalsNov 2025 – Present · 1 yr 1 mo

Recording and performing project-based session vocals.

Board Member · GSW Music HubJun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Supporting the strategic direction, decision-making processes, and progress reviews.

Co-Founder & Director · Cereal Killers AudioJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos
In-House Composer · Cereal Killers AudioJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos
Session Musician (Piano) · BIMM UniversityNov 2024 – Nov 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo
Deputy Lecturer · BIMM UniversityOct 2024 – Feb 2026 · 1 yr 5 mos
Workshop Facilitator · FreelanceAug 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos
Music Tutor (Private) · FreelanceJun 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

Education

BA (Hons) Songwriting · University of Sussex2019 – 2022
MA Popular Music Practice (Composition) · BIMM University2022 – 2023
MA Popular Music Practice · BIMM University2022 – 2023
BA (Hons) Songwriting · University of Sussex2019 – 2022

Certifications and awards· 10

Mental Health First Aider2030 – 2025
Enhanced DBS Certificate2030 – 2025
Health & Safety2030 – 2025
Equality & Diversity2030 – 2025

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