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I'm Tala Mencej, a multilingual MSc in Politics and Culture graduate with an MA in Comparative Literature and Russian, and experience in academic research, teaching, event coordination, and programme management. I have a passion for language, culture, planning, and education, and I'm eager to pursue a career in publishing and research, especially within entertainment-focused multicultural environments. Beyond academia, I enjoy designing learning experiences, coordinating complex projects, and creating engaging content across languages and cultures. I'm excited to bring interdisciplinary insight and collaborative energy to publishing and research roles.…I'm Tala Mencej, a multilingual MSc in Politics and Culture graduate with an MA in Comparative Literature and Russian, and experience in academic research, teaching, event coordination, and programme management. I have a passion for language, culture, planning, and education, and I'm eager to pursue a career in publishing and research, especially within entertainment-focused multicultural environments. Beyond academia, I enjoy designing learning experiences, coordinating complex projects, and creating engaging content across languages and cultures. I'm excited to bring interdisciplinary insight and collaborative energy to publishing and research roles.

Tala Mencej

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I'm Tala Mencej, a multilingual MSc in Politics and Culture graduate with an MA in Comparative Literature and Russian, and experience in academic research, teaching, event coordination, and programme management. I have a passion for language, culture, planning, and education, and I'm eager to pursue a career in publishing and research, especially within entertainment-focused multicultural environments. Beyond academia, I enjoy designing learning experiences, coordinating complex projects, and creating engaging content across languages and cultures. I'm excited to bring interdisciplinary insight and collaborative energy to publishing and research roles.…I'm Tala Mencej, a multilingual MSc in Politics and Culture graduate with an MA in Comparative Literature and Russian, and experience in academic research, teaching, event coordination, and programme management. I have a passion for language, culture, planning, and education, and I'm eager to pursue a career in publishing and research, especially within entertainment-focused multicultural environments. Beyond academia, I enjoy designing learning experiences, coordinating complex projects, and creating engaging content across languages and cultures. I'm excited to bring interdisciplinary insight and collaborative energy to publishing and research roles.

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I’m Tala Mencej, a multilingual MSc in Politics and Culture graduate with an MA in Comparative Literature and Russian, and experience in academic research, teaching, event coordination, and programme management. I have a passion for language, culture, planning, and education, and I’m eager to pursue a career in publishing and research, especially within entertainment-focused multicultural environments.

Beyond academia, I enjoy designing learning experiences, coordinating complex projects, and creating engaging content across languages and cultures. I’m excited to bring interdisciplinary insight and collaborative energy to publishing and research roles.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Slovene

Fluent

Russian

Advanced

Croatian

Advanced

Serbian

Advanced

French

Beginner

Spanish; Castilian

Beginner

Italian

Beginner

German

Beginner

Ukrainian

Beginner

Latin

Beginner

Luxembourgish, Letzeburgesch

Beginner

Work Experience

English as a Second Language Tutor (Volunteer) at ENGin Program, Ukraine

March 1, 2025 - Present

Designing conversation-based lesson plans and leading weekly conversation sessions. Creating online resources and blog content to support the language learning process.

Activity and Excursion Manager at St Andrew’s College Language Schools

June 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024

Organised and managed large-scale cultural and educational activities for international students. Liaised with venues, transport providers, and staff to ensure smooth delivery of schedules. Managed a team of Activity Leaders and deputised for the Centre Manager, ensuring compliance with British Council guidelines.

Researcher, Scriptwriter, Co-convenor, Co-host at STAR: St Andrews

February 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023

Produced and presented a culturally themed radio show, contacting guests, and discussions on language and cultural identity. Developed promotional material and social media content to grow the audience.

Board member and Student Representative (Volunteer) at St Andrews Pipeland Road Funding Initiative

September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023

Represented the student community in meetings with the Fife Council. Planned fundraising campaigns and planted trees to raise awareness of the project.

Event Management Assistant (Volunteer) at University of St Andrews Student Union

September 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022

Supported the planning and execution of student union events and performances from ideation to delivery. Received training and gained experience in event logistics, venue setup and safety compliance.

Event Reporter (Volunteer) at Cultural Centre ŠKUC, Slovenia

June 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021

Documented the Ljubljana Pride Parade and the Balkan Trans Inter March parade; working with a team of volunteers from a pioneering LGBTQ+ non-profit organisation in Slovenia.

Event Reporter (Volunteer) at Cultural Centre ŠKUC, Slovenia

June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022

Documented the Ljubljana Pride Parade and the Balkan Trans Inter March parade; working with a team of volunteers from a pioneering LGBTQ+ non-profit organisation in Slovenia.