I am Melissa Cristina Cruzalegui Alarcon, an avid writer and poet with extensive academic training in Spanish and Latin American studies. I am passionate about creative writing and currently pursuing a master's degree in creative writing at the Escuela de Escritores in Madrid, where I am further honing my craft. My background combines scholarly research on Latin American history and literature with hands-on experience coordinating projects and managing communications in the publishing world. Alongside my academic and literary pursuits, I have gained valuable experience as a secretary, personal assistant, and tutor, as well as volunteering in social work supporting migrants and fundraising efforts. I love engaging with diverse communities and bringing stories to life, whether through teaching, writing, or organizing events related to Latin American culture and literature.

Melissa Cristina Cruzalegui Alarcon

I am Melissa Cristina Cruzalegui Alarcon, an avid writer and poet with extensive academic training in Spanish and Latin American studies. I am passionate about creative writing and currently pursuing a master's degree in creative writing at the Escuela de Escritores in Madrid, where I am further honing my craft. My background combines scholarly research on Latin American history and literature with hands-on experience coordinating projects and managing communications in the publishing world. Alongside my academic and literary pursuits, I have gained valuable experience as a secretary, personal assistant, and tutor, as well as volunteering in social work supporting migrants and fundraising efforts. I love engaging with diverse communities and bringing stories to life, whether through teaching, writing, or organizing events related to Latin American culture and literature.

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I am Melissa Cristina Cruzalegui Alarcon, an avid writer and poet with extensive academic training in Spanish and Latin American studies. I am passionate about creative writing and currently pursuing a master’s degree in creative writing at the Escuela de Escritores in Madrid, where I am further honing my craft. My background combines scholarly research on Latin American history and literature with hands-on experience coordinating projects and managing communications in the publishing world.

Alongside my academic and literary pursuits, I have gained valuable experience as a secretary, personal assistant, and tutor, as well as volunteering in social work supporting migrants and fundraising efforts. I love engaging with diverse communities and bringing stories to life, whether through teaching, writing, or organizing events related to Latin American culture and literature.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Norwegian Bokmål
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Secretary at Spektrum Laser Klinikk
December 31, 2015 - August 26, 2025
Performed secretarial duties and managed publicity for the clinic during a local event in 2015.
Private Tutor at Superprof
December 31, 2019 - August 26, 2025
Provided private tutoring in Spanish to secondary school students in 2019, assisting with their homework and language skills.
Volunteer at Kirkens Bymisjon
July 31, 2021 - August 26, 2025
Volunteered from October 2019 to July 2021 at a charity offering emergency shelter for undocumented migrants, helping guests with practical issues.
Fundraiser at Cruz Roja de Noruega
December 1, 2020 - August 26, 2025
Conducted fundraising activities in autumn 2020 to support the Norwegian Red Cross.
Independent Contractor - Personal Assistant at Lolands Living and others
December 31, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Assisted with personal and administrative tasks in 2022 for a hospitality company and other clients in Southern Norway.
Extracurricular English Teacher at NativeLearn
March 31, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Taught extracurricular English in a school in Valdemoro from October 2023 to March 2024.
Coordinator Latin America Section at Editorial Tipografía de Letrán
January 1, 2023 - August 25, 2025
Managed Latin America-related projects and events in Madrid, maintained relationships with bookstores, and handled social media for a time from 2023 to 2025

Education

Master at Escuela de Escritores de Madrid
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Master at Universidad de Bergen
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Licenciatura at Universidad de Bergen
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Programa de Diploma de Bachillerato Internacional at Kristiansand Katedralskolen Gimle
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Educación básica at Skarpengland
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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

Experience Level

Intermediate

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