I’m a third-year BA Media student at UCL who loves combining creative storytelling with performance, video production, and digital marketing. I’ve built experience across social media strategy, filming and editing, content creation (including UGC-style work), and event/theatre production—always aiming to connect audiences through clear, engaging narratives. Whether I’m managing growth across platforms, planning festival and campaign content, or directing productions and coordinating teams, I enjoy turning ideas into polished, audience-first work. I’m especially passionate about film and communications, and I’m excited to keep developing my skills in videography, brand promotion, and creative marketing as I move toward graduation in 2027.…

Maria Shamova

I’m a third-year BA Media student at UCL who loves combining creative storytelling with performance, video production, and digital marketing. I’ve built experience across social media strategy, filming and editing, content creation (including UGC-style work), and event/theatre production—always aiming to connect audiences through clear, engaging narratives. Whether I’m managing growth across platforms, planning festival and campaign content, or directing productions and coordinating teams, I enjoy turning ideas into polished, audience-first work. I’m especially passionate about film and communications, and I’m excited to keep developing my skills in videography, brand promotion, and creative marketing as I move toward graduation in 2027.…

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I’m a third-year BA Media student at UCL who loves combining creative storytelling with performance, video production, and digital marketing. I’ve built experience across social media strategy, filming and editing, content creation (including UGC-style work), and event/theatre production—always aiming to connect audiences through clear, engaging narratives.

Whether I’m managing growth across platforms, planning festival and campaign content, or directing productions and coordinating teams, I enjoy turning ideas into polished, audience-first work. I’m especially passionate about film and communications, and I’m excited to keep developing my skills in videography, brand promotion, and creative marketing as I move toward graduation in 2027.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Marketing & Social Media Strategist (Work Placement) at Novel Entertainment × King's Cross Estate – Horrid Henry Festival
May 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Supported marketing for the 20th Anniversary Horrid Henry Festival by developing a social media strategy focused on cross-promotion with local matcha business Matchado. Researched target audiences and created promotional content ideas and a content plan for TikTok and Instagram. Liaised with local businesses, pitched campaign proposals, and contributed to engagement planning for fans using interactive approaches including Discord.
Social Media Manager & Videographer (Freelance) at Empower Sounds Media & Reclaiming Bossy
February 1, 2026 - September 1, 2026
Managed and grew brand social media presence across multiple platforms as a freelance subcontractor. Produced and edited video content optimised for reach and engagement, and scheduled posts according to a content calendar with platform-specific captions, hashtags, and SEO-optimised descriptions. Conducted regular check-ins to review performance, align on strategy, and plan upcoming content while maintaining brand tone and voice. Applied weekly AI learning to support content creation workflows using tools such as Claude.
Theatre Director / Coordinator at Foul Young Theatre
May 1, 2025 - Present
Student Ambassador at UCL
November 1, 2024 - Present
Led campus tours and delivered presentations at recruitment events. Contributed to social media projects and blogs, and engaged with prospective students from diverse backgrounds.
Student Ambassador at University College London (UCL)
November 1, 2024 - Present
Brand Ambassador at Naked and Thriving Skincare
October 1, 2024 - Present
Created promotional content in collaboration with the brand and supported customer engagement through social media marketing.
Volunteer at London East Asia Film Festival
October 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Supported the Festival Director; staffed festival ticket and information desks; informed audiences about the festival; assisted with event production.
Marketing Assistant at ENOUGH
October 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Promoted AI protective safety badge across multiple platforms; developed tailored marketing strategies; created social media content; participated in weekly debriefs to align with management visions and attract customers and sales.
Dance Coach at Future Stars Dance Academy
August 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Taught children Latin and ballroom dancing; responsibilities included building independence and leadership; supported students in competitions.

Education

BA Media at UCL
September 1, 2020 - January 27, 2026
BA Media at University College London (UCL)
September 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027
BA Media at University College London (UCL)
September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2027

Qualifications

Psychology Summer Course
June 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022

Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level