I am a communications professional with over sixteen years of proven experience in communication, social media, and graphic design. I have worked in public administration and the private sector, and for the last seven years I have collaborated closely with European institutions in Brussels. I am passionate about creating visually compelling materials and effective media strategies that boost visibility and public diplomacy. I am now seeking new and exciting challenges where I can apply and expand my skills, especially in digital communication, creative design, and public diplomacy, bringing my strong attention to detail, teamwork, and ability to work under pressure to deliver high-quality results.

Alina Mihaela Scurtu - Mitran

I am a communications professional with over sixteen years of proven experience in communication, social media, and graphic design. I have worked in public administration and the private sector, and for the last seven years I have collaborated closely with European institutions in Brussels. I am passionate about creating visually compelling materials and effective media strategies that boost visibility and public diplomacy. I am now seeking new and exciting challenges where I can apply and expand my skills, especially in digital communication, creative design, and public diplomacy, bringing my strong attention to detail, teamwork, and ability to work under pressure to deliver high-quality results.

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I am a communications professional with over sixteen years of proven experience in communication, social media, and graphic design. I have worked in public administration and the private sector, and for the last seven years I have collaborated closely with European institutions in Brussels. I am passionate about creating visually compelling materials and effective media strategies that boost visibility and public diplomacy.

I am now seeking new and exciting challenges where I can apply and expand my skills, especially in digital communication, creative design, and public diplomacy, bringing my strong attention to detail, teamwork, and ability to work under pressure to deliver high-quality results.

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Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Communication officer and Graphic designer at Permanent Representation of Romania to the European Union
November 1, 2018 - Present
Coordinate and support the national media presence at EU-related high-level meetings and events in Brussels. Support media coverage and visibility of public diplomacy events organized by the Permanent Representation. Manage graphic identity across all public materials, including photo, video, online, and DTP. Create formats and templates for promotional materials on social channels. Design video spots for daily social posts and public diplomacy events. Prepare and design visuals, infographics, and layouts for events during the Romanian Presidency of the Council of the EU (2019). Manage the Permanent Representation website content and visuals. Monitor news flow and social networks; draft the daily EU newsletter.
Graphic designer at Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania HQ
August 29, 2011 - October 31, 2018
Create MFA formats and templates for institution materials (online & DTP). Design graphics for video spots and public diplomacy events (including online). Establish a graphic identity for MFA events of public and cultural diplomacy, including logos, posters, roll-ups, and promotional materials for print and online. Photo/video editing of events and uploading to social platforms and the MFA website. Manage the MFA website by creating graphic content and updating information.
Video and motion picture editor at Kanal D (Plan B Production S.R.L.)
January 1, 2011 - August 1, 2011
Editing of video materials, including complex editing and special effects, recording and syncing audio-video materials, editing generics and titles, and ensuring artistic quality of the editing.
Video and motion picture editor at Oglinda Press S.R.L.
September 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
Editing of video materials, including special effects, recording and syncing audio-video materials, editing generics and titles, and ensuring artistic quality of the editing.
Graphic designer at Romstal Imex S.R.L.
August 1, 2007 - July 31, 2008
Advising clients on environmental design and graphic design using specialized software; design of event graphics, logos, roll-ups, and promotional materials for print and online; photo/video editing and uploading to social platforms and the company's website.

Education

Scenography at Nicolae Grigorescu University
October 1, 2002 - June 15, 2006
Visual Arts High School Diploma at "Nicolae Tonitza" High School of Fine Arts
September 15, 1998 - June 15, 2002

Qualifications

Diplomatic Merit
November 29, 2019 - June 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet