Graduating writer and editor.

Mayela Dayeh

Graduating writer and editor.

Available to hire

Graduating writer and editor.

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Managing Editor at UTS Vertigo
November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
Oversee operations of the Vertigo Editorial Team, coordinating meetings, setting deadlines, and checking progress. Delegate tasks to optimise productivity and balance workloads. Collaborate with management to develop and implement the annual publishing schedule. Manage budgeting and financial planning. Liaise with writers, designers, printers, and external organisations to ensure milestones are met. Oversee material management and maintain high production quality.
Office Manager at Speaking Schools Australasia
August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
General Office Management and Administration using multiple programs (including Xero, FindMyShift, Slack, and Microsoft Teams) and management of large quantities of customer and staff data. Reception and customer-facing communication in-person, via email, phone, SMS, and social channels. Professional communication with customers, partners, staff, and venue managers. Invoicing and scheduling, including refunds and credits. Website management, stock/information updates, events, blog maintenance. Social media management and Meta advertising. Venue management with on-floor staff. Project management across multiple concurrent projects. Collaboration with supervisors and staff. Staff management and compliance. Internal training and handover of new management. Teaching public speaking and debating to students. Industry research and reporting on trends and competition.
Clinic Receptionist at Estetica Cosmetic Clinic
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Professional communication with management; management of multiple projects; competitor branding research; industry-specific content writing for the website; Wordpress website design and ongoing maintenance; web maintenance including online shop, SEO, and blogs; social media content design and branding; phone reception and appointment scheduling; data entry into booking system and file management; industry research to inform treatment recommendations and drive bookings; customer service including hospitality (coffee/tea) while customers wait.
Volunteer Campaign Officer and Youth Activist Alumni at Plan International
January 1, 2020 - Present
Youth Activist Series participant in a 12-month leadership program. Co-developed methodologies and timelines, conducted interviews, and managed projects (notably 'Halting Lives – The Impact of Covid-19 on Girls and Young Women'). Conducted research and wrote reports, contributed to graphic design of reports, and pitched content to media. Co-authored articles for Plan International and pitched to media outlets. Conducted media interviews with SBS, Channel 7, The Guardian, and others. Delivered educational content to new cohorts of Youth Activists; prepared and delivered presentations to diverse stakeholders and government bodies; represented Plan International at events for Transport NSW and UN General Assembly.

Education

Bachelor of Communications (Writing and Publishing) at University of Technology Sydney
January 1, 2022 - April 13, 2026
Bachelor of International Studies at University of Technology Sydney
January 1, 2022 - April 13, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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