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I’m a journalist and freelance communications consultant with a track record of delivering clear, accurate, and high-quality content across political, cultural, and social topics. I thrive in cross-cultural and international environments, building credibility and strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, and audiences. I work well in fast-paced, remote settings, combining storytelling with audience focus to drive engagement and results. I’m pragmatic, solution-oriented, and enjoy coaching others on communication, interviewing, and client engagement strategies.…I’m a journalist and freelance communications consultant with a track record of delivering clear, accurate, and high-quality content across political, cultural, and social topics. I thrive in cross-cultural and international environments, building credibility and strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, and audiences. I work well in fast-paced, remote settings, combining storytelling with audience focus to drive engagement and results. I’m pragmatic, solution-oriented, and enjoy coaching others on communication, interviewing, and client engagement strategies.

Maria-Dominique Illés

Content Producer, Content Creator, Writer, +2

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I’m a journalist and freelance communications consultant with a track record of delivering clear, accurate, and high-quality content across political, cultural, and social topics. I thrive in cross-cultural and international environments, building credibility and strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, and audiences. I work well in fast-paced, remote settings, combining storytelling with audience focus to drive engagement and results. I’m pragmatic, solution-oriented, and enjoy coaching others on communication, interviewing, and client engagement strategies.…I’m a journalist and freelance communications consultant with a track record of delivering clear, accurate, and high-quality content across political, cultural, and social topics. I thrive in cross-cultural and international environments, building credibility and strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, and audiences. I work well in fast-paced, remote settings, combining storytelling with audience focus to drive engagement and results. I’m pragmatic, solution-oriented, and enjoy coaching others on communication, interviewing, and client engagement strategies.

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I’m a journalist and freelance communications consultant with a track record of delivering clear, accurate, and high-quality content across political, cultural, and social topics. I thrive in cross-cultural and international environments, building credibility and strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, and audiences.

I work well in fast-paced, remote settings, combining storytelling with audience focus to drive engagement and results. I’m pragmatic, solution-oriented, and enjoy coaching others on communication, interviewing, and client engagement strategies.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

French

Fluent

Hungarian

Fluent

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Communications Consultant at Self-Employed

October 1, 2024 - Present

Manages high-profile client relationships and international event projects; develops proposals, quotes, and presentations aligned with client requirements; achieves sales and business development targets in fast-paced, remote environments; sources and negotiates partnerships and vendor contracts; coaches entrepreneurs on oral communication and client engagement strategies; focuses on stakeholder management and results-driven execution.

Radio Journalist at Unique FM

May 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024

Produced over 300 news items on political, cultural, and social topics (90% field reporting); covered official events, conducted interviews with public figures, and edited content for broadcasting using Adobe Audition; managed and mentored four interns, guiding reporting, content production, and professional development; maintained strong client and stakeholder relationships to ensure high-quality content delivery.

Digital Communications & Recruitment Specialist at Fast Forward French

November 1, 2020 - February 1, 2022

Developed a multi-channel digital strategy, increasing social media engagement by 30%; led recruitment during rapid growth, sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, checking references, and negotiating offers (averaging 10 teacher hires per month); produced web and visual content for international audiences; managed end-to-end recruitment processes and coordinated with internal teams to align communications and talent acquisition strategies.

Freelance Digital Communications Consultant at Self-Employed

September 1, 2018 - August 1, 2020

Developed and executed multi-channel digital strategies for wellness businesses, increasing social media engagement by 30%; produced web and visual content tailored to target audiences; managed social media communities to drive engagement and audience growth.

Political Advisor Assistant at French Embassy

July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018

Organized official protocol events (National Day, Goût de France); drafted diplomatic notes, briefs, and correspondence; welcomed and assisted clients, visitors, and service providers according to embassy standards; managed calendars and coordination between the political department and local authorities; supported cross-functional communication and ensured smooth operational execution.

Journalist Freelance at France EU News

January 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017

Wrote news flashes in Hungarian; authored online articles in Hungarian and French; provided live coverage of international events.

Customer Support Specialist at Computacenter

March 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

Provided end-to-end user support via phone, email, and in-person; logged and tracked incidents using an IT ticketing system; maintained high levels of user satisfaction through responsive support; collaborated with IT teams to escalate and resolve complex technical issues.