Kyzzhibek Zhanibekova

Available to hire

Experience Level

Expert

Language

Kirghiz, Kyrgyz
Fluent
Russian
Advanced
English
Fluent
Korean
Beginner

Work Experience

Student Life Intern at University of Central Asia (Naryn campus)
October 1, 2023 - Present
Attendance at weekly Residential Floor Manager meetings with SLT and fellow RFM; conceptualization and execution of events and activities; evening walk-throughs and reports; uphold dormitory living standards and regulations; organize and support events to promote dorm community spirit; assist the Student Life Advisor with administrative tasks and data collection.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Remote
September 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance graphic designer and illustrator with global clients; specialized in logos, branding, presentations, apps, and children's books; developed discipline, self-motivation, and effective remote communication.
Data Research Analyst at Naryn Center for Economic Development
March 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Key role in domestic violence research project; analyzed complex data for decision-making; translated data into accessible reports; facilitated clear team communication; contributed to an interdisciplinary team; improved data analysis, reporting, and teamwork.
Children programming teacher at Hello World
March 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Imparted programming skills to global students through remote instruction; taught Roblox Programming (Lua), Figma Design, and Scratch Programming; nurtured programming skills through hands-on game development; guided students in using Figma for design and prototyping; facilitated simple game creation and computational thinking.
Student Research Assistant at University of Central Asia
October 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Research assistant for STEM education study in Kyrgyzstan; collaborated with professor on data collection, analysis, and reports; enhanced understanding of Kyrgyzstan's education challenges and opportunities; developed skills in data management, communication, and teamwork.
English Language Tutor at Drive Ur Mind Bravely
December 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Tutor and team leader; collaborated on innovative solutions for students; created a supportive learning environment; developed leadership and communication skills.
Videographer at University of Central Asia
March 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Traveled in southern Kyrgyzstan, Dzhalal Abad region; recorded 100+ interviews with historians, archaeologists, and locals; brought stories to life with high-quality footage; securely stored footage for future research use.
Independent Public Observer at Common Cause
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Ensured transparent and fair election processes; wrote detailed reports, observed elections, and documented violations; engaged in pre-election training for effective observation; deepened commitment to upholding democratic integrity and transparency.
Journalist Intern at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
December 1, 2020 - February 1, 2021
Collaborated on projects with supervisor; conducted independent pool interviews and reportages; interview published on Azattyk's official site; gained valuable journalism experience and insights into news agency operations.
Social Media Manager at Open Delta
March 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Team leader and social media specialist for startup project Open Delta; focused on personal growth through mentorship; oversaw project development and social media content creation; learned collaboration, leadership, and empathy.

Education

Bachelor of Art in Communications and Media at University of Central Asia
January 11, 2030 - June 20, 2024

Qualifications

Madeleine K. Albright Young Women Leadership Program (Certificate of Completion)
June 24, 2023 - July 29, 2023
Dean's Honor List Award
September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2026
President’s stipend (President of Kyrgyz Republic) – Academic Excellence
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

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

Experience Level

Expert