I am an experienced professional in the Arts and Entertainment industry, with substantial work as a Director and Scriptwriter for theatrical performances, show programmes, TV programs, podcasts and cultural events at Kherson College of Culture and Arts. I have also worked as a TV Presenter and Journalist, giving me a solid understanding of the media space and audience engagement. I have directed numerous charitable theatrical performances and programmes across all age groups, and I bring creativity, dedication, and the ability to organise people and projects. I’m looking to leverage these transferable skills in a new career where I can contribute value, continue to grow, and explore fresh challenges in arts, entertainment, and media. I am patient, collaborative, and detail-oriented, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering results under pressure.

Olha Maksymenko

I am an experienced professional in the Arts and Entertainment industry, with substantial work as a Director and Scriptwriter for theatrical performances, show programmes, TV programs, podcasts and cultural events at Kherson College of Culture and Arts. I have also worked as a TV Presenter and Journalist, giving me a solid understanding of the media space and audience engagement. I have directed numerous charitable theatrical performances and programmes across all age groups, and I bring creativity, dedication, and the ability to organise people and projects. I’m looking to leverage these transferable skills in a new career where I can contribute value, continue to grow, and explore fresh challenges in arts, entertainment, and media. I am patient, collaborative, and detail-oriented, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering results under pressure.

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I am an experienced professional in the Arts and Entertainment industry, with substantial work as a Director and Scriptwriter for theatrical performances, show programmes, TV programs, podcasts and cultural events at Kherson College of Culture and Arts. I have also worked as a TV Presenter and Journalist, giving me a solid understanding of the media space and audience engagement. I have directed numerous charitable theatrical performances and programmes across all age groups, and I bring creativity, dedication, and the ability to organise people and projects.

I’m looking to leverage these transferable skills in a new career where I can contribute value, continue to grow, and explore fresh challenges in arts, entertainment, and media. I am patient, collaborative, and detail-oriented, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering results under pressure.

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Language

Ukrainian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Journalist and TV Presenter at Skiphia
July 1, 2011 - September 1, 2015
TV Presenter of morning programs; Journalist of news; Worked on live TV programs including news, weather, and interviews; Created and presented educational TV programmes for all ages; Wrote scripts for television programs and prepared reports; Took part in the editing process and gained a broad understanding of media workflows.
Lecturer in Directing and Scriptwriting at Kherson College of Culture and Arts
July 1, 2012 - February 1, 2022
Responsible for teaching students from 16 upwards in various subjects; developing course content; marking tests, exams and performances; preparing shows; managing lighting, sound and stage departments; covered classes for acting skills, directing, screenwriting, and leisure/arts industry management.

Education

HNC in Media and Communication at North East Scotland College
August 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Bachelor's degree at Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment