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I am Sinem Bozbulut Patterson, an AI tutor and bilingual language coach with a proven track record in marketing, sponsorship management, CSR, and corporate communications. I enjoy building partnerships, coordinating complex projects across NGOs, arts organizations, and media, and turning ideas into tangible results.
Based in Rome, I lead initiatives from AI language model training to founder ventures and community programs, blending creative storytelling with practical program management. I am passionate about impact, donor engagement, event strategy, and cross-cultural collaboration.
Language
Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Freelance Bilingual AI Tutor - Language Expert at Self-Employed
April 1, 2025 - PresentSupported AI language model training by contributing to Turkish speech-based projects, focusing on natural spoken Turkish, pronunciation clarity, and scenario-based voice recordings for AI systems.
Founder at Başımıza Bir Şey Gelmeyecekse
January 1, 2024 - PresentFounder of a podcast in Italy (Rome), focusing on conversational topics and community building.
Founder at La cantina di Pinkopin
October 1, 2022 - PresentFounder of a Rome-based venture, handling operations and creative direction.
National Manager for Italy at Oy ve Ötesi
April 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025Led the first nationwide organization of 100+ election security volunteers across Italian Turkish embassy/consulate voting locations; built community, trained volunteers, coordinated duties, monitored voting, reported results, and liaised with partner organizations.
Freelance Marketing and Business Development Consultant at Mamut Art Project
October 1, 2018 - August 1, 2025Marketing and business development consultation for art projects; established funding and outreach strategies with partnerships; managed relationships with sponsors.
Freelance Marketing and Business Development Consultant at EkBiçYeİç
September 1, 2017 - August 1, 2018Marketing and business development consulting; led campaigns and stakeholder engagement.
Online Business Development Manager at SALT Online
December 1, 2013 - August 1, 2017Built funding strategy, managed sponsorship communications, prepared donor presentations, negotiated sponsorships, and coordinated with finance/admin; ensured mutual benefits with sponsors.
Freelance Lecturer at Kadir Has University
October 1, 2013 - October 1, 2015Prepared and presented modules for the Fundraising Certificate Programme: 'Communication Strategies and PR Activities'.
Corporate Communications & Fundraising Coordinator at GENÇ HAYAT VAKFI
July 1, 2012 - June 1, 2013Created visibility and image campaigns, planned fundraising strategies, managed third-party agency relationships, developed donor channels, and supervised fundraising campaigns.
Project Coordinator at SCC COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS AGENCY
May 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012Developed communication strategies, organized media outreach, PR events, and CSR projects; secured sponsorships and built client relationships.
Corporate Communications and Fundraising Manager at Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe (To Life Association)
August 1, 2010 - July 1, 2011Revised corporate identity, established media relations, organized interviews, prepared sponsorship files, budgeting and sponsor presentations; on-site PR in Pakistan.
Fundraising and Marketing Coordinator at AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL TURKEY SECTION
May 1, 2006 - August 1, 2009Developed communication strategy, fundraising infrastructure, brand management; coordinated PR activities and campaigns.
Artist Manager at ANİMA Music Band
January 1, 2004 - December 1, 2007Artist management; involved with the Sony BMG release 'Animasal' in 2006.
Freelancer Press and Public Relations & Corporate Communications Manager at ÇUBUKLU HAYAL KAHVESİ
June 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007Organised concerts, negotiated artist deals, managed events, PR activities, and sponsorships.
Public Relations & Corporate Communications Manager at BALANS MUSIC & PERFORMANCEHALL
October 1, 2005 - June 1, 2006Managed media relations and sponsorships; maintained partnerships and PR activities.
Corporate Communications Manager at SHAMAN WORLD MUSIC PRODUCTION
November 1, 2005 - April 1, 2006Created PR infrastructure and sponsorship materials for artists; maintained relationships with organizations.
Public Relations - Fundraising Coordinator at AÇIK RADYO 94.9
December 1, 2004 - September 1, 2005Coordinated fundraising for 100+ radio programs; donor database; events; reporting.
Public Relations - Organisation and Fundraising Specialist at SPECIAL OLYMPICS TURKEY ORGANIZATION
January 1, 2004 - December 1, 2004Fundraising projects, sponsor management, PR activities, budgeting and reports to ED.
Project Coordinator at GREENPEACE MEDITERRANEAN OFFICE
January 1, 1999 - November 1, 2003Scaled donor base from 400 to 8000 within two years; managed the Face to Face fundraising project; team management and NGO partnerships.
NGO Area Organizer at POZİTİF+İKSV - ROCK’N COKE FESTIVAL
June 1, 2003 - October 1, 2003Organized NGO festival area; mapped national/international NGOs; handled logistics.
Organization Assistant at ASSOCIATION OF HUMAN SETTLEMENT
September 1, 2002 - November 1, 2002Organised seminars/workshops; negotiated with partners; secured resources.
Organization Assistant at ISTANBUL CULTURE AND ARTS FOUNDATION (İKSV)
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999Took part in Istanbul Music Festival and Istanbul Jazz Festival events.
Freelance Bilingual AI Tutor - Language Expert at Self-employed / Freelance
April 1, 2025 - PresentSupported AI language model training by contributing to four Turkish speech-based projects, focusing on natural spoken Turkish, pronunciation clarity, and scenario-based voice recordings for AI systems.
Founder at Başımıza Bir Şey Gelmeyecekse Podcast
January 1, 2024 - PresentFounded a Turkish-language podcast in Italy (Rome); responsible for concept development, content creation, production, and audience engagement.
Online Business Development Manager at SAL T Online
December 1, 2013 - August 31, 2017Built fundraising strategy, managed sponsorship communications, donor relations, and prepared sponsor agreements; coordinated with finance and admin.
Freelance Lecturer (Public Speaking/PR) at Kadir Has University
October 1, 2013 - October 31, 2015Delivered modules for the Fundraising Certificate Programme in Communication Strategies and PR Activities.
Corporate Communications and Fundraising Manager at Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe
August 1, 2010 - July 31, 2011Revised corporate identity, established media relations, wrote press releases, organized interviews, prepared sponsorship files, budgeting and presentations; on-site PR activities in Pakistan.
Freelancer_ PR & Corporate Communications Manager at BALANS MUSIC & PERFORMANCEHALL
October 1, 2005 - June 30, 2006Coordinated media relations, sponsorships, and events management.
Project Coordinator - Fundraising at GREENPEACE MEDITERRANEAN OFFICE
January 1, 1999 - November 30, 2003Managed Face to Face donor program; grew donors from 400 to 8000; led a team of 40; coordinated partnerships.
NGO Area Organizer at POZITIF+IKSV - ROCK’N COKE FESTIVAL
June 1, 2003 - October 31, 2003Organized NGO area; managed field logistics and partnerships for festival.
Organisation Assistant at İSTANBUL CULTURE AND ARTS FOUNDATION (İKSV)
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999Participated in the organization of Istanbul Music Festival and Istanbul Jazz Festival.
Education
Lisans at Anadolu University, Faculty of Fine Art Sculpture Section
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998Certificate at Marmara Üniversitesi Faculty of Fine Art Sculpture Section
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999Certificate at Devos Institute of Art Management at University of Maryland
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Undergraduate degree in Sculpture (Lisans) at Anadolu University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998Sculpture, Marmara University, Faculty of Fine Arts at Marmara University
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Distance Learning Certificate: The Cycle - Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations at Devos Institute of Art Management, University of Maryland
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Qualifications
Lisans
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998Certificate
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999Certificate
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Cycle Certificate: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education, Government, Travel & Hospitality
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