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Hi, I’m Nargiz Mammadzada, a highly accomplished journalist with over six years of international experience in journalism, content strategy, and team leadership. I have a passion for crafting compelling, high-impact content and have had the opportunity to work across multiple languages, including Russian and Turkish.
I thrive on managing diverse teams and driving readership growth by implementing streamlined editorial processes. Whether it’s transforming sports coverage or overseeing news content across departments, I enjoy being at the intersection of strategy and creative storytelling in a dynamic global environment.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner
Language
Azerbaijani
Fluent
English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Arabic
Beginner
Work Experience
Senior Process Executive with Russian & Turkish at Cognizant
December 1, 2024 - PresentMonitor, analyze, and categorize Russian-language news content according to strict project guidelines. Leverage fluent Turkish to analyze geographic data, identify inconsistencies, and generate detailed map quality reports. Consistently adhere to process protocols, quality benchmarks, and reporting deadlines across both project assignments.
Football Writer at FanSided
January 1, 2024 - PresentGenerate compelling football content, including analyses, player profiles, and tactical breakdowns. Stay up-to-date on latest developments in football for timely and relevant coverage. Engage with a diverse football enthusiast audience, contributing to discussions and debates.
Editor-in-Chief at VAVEL
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Transformed sports coverage by reactivating MLB, MLS, and NCAA teams, expanding readership and engagement. Managed a diverse team of approximately 200 people across 9 departments, including editors and writers. Implemented three key editorial processes/guidelines to streamline content creation, ensure quality, and enhance team collaboration. Promoted within 3 months for exceeding performance.
Temporary Senior Editor at Haqiq
July 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025Managed English news content (USA, UAE, KSA), overseeing daily production of 4-8 articles from ~100 writers; ensured accuracy and concise 70-word summaries. Provided strategic guidance and operational coordination across all five editorial teams, including Arabic-language news desks. Spearheaded development and implementation of new company-wide Style Guidelines significantly elevating content consistency and quality. Authored writer FAQs to optimize team efficiency and standardize best practices.
Head of the Sports Section at Empoword Journalism
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Led and managed the sports section, overseeing journalists to deliver engaging, comprehensive coverage. Drove sports section growth and reader engagement through strategic editorial planning. Oversaw and refined journalistic output, ensuring high standards and quality content. Promoted within 3 months based on advanced writing and editing skills.
Lifestyle Writer at Life Lovers Magazine
April 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025Regularly wrote high-quality, engaging articles on health, wellness, lifestyle, travel, and personal growth. Researched and analyzed trending topics. Collaborated with editorial team to align content with magazine's standards.
Travel Writer at Pickvisa.com
August 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Produced high-quality, SEO-friendly travel-related content. Researched travel destinations and visa regulations for accurate, informative articles.
Project Manager / External Relations Coordinator at VarYox Art and Cultural Platform
September 30, 2020 - July 22, 2025Developed annual budgets for cultural projects and events; optimized resource allocation and reduced overheads through vendor negotiations. Led and mentored a team of 20 interns. Fostered partnerships and managed joint projects with international organizations including the United Nations and European Union Delegation. Successfully managed the "Imagine Euro Tolerance Festival".
Senior Process Executive with Russian & Turkish at Cognizant
December 1, 2024 - PresentManage responsibilities across two distinct international projects requiring specialized language skills (Russian and Turkish) and strong analytical capabilities. Monitor, analyze, and categorize Russian-language news content ensuring high accuracy and relevance. Utilize fluent Turkish to analyze geographic data and generate detailed map quality reports. Consistently adhere to protocols, quality benchmarks, and deadlines.
Football Writer at FanSided
January 1, 2024 - PresentGenerate compelling football content including analyses, player profiles, and tactical breakdowns. Stay current on the latest football developments for timely coverage. Engage with a diverse football enthusiast audience and contribute to discussions and debates.
Editor-in-Chief at VAVEL
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Transformed VAVEL USA's sports coverage by reactivating MLB, MLS, and NCAA teams, expanding readership and engagement. Managed a diverse team of approximately 200 people across 9 departments including editors and writers. Implemented key editorial processes to streamline content creation, ensure quality, and enhance collaboration. Promoted within three months for exceeding performance expectations.
Temporary Senior Editor at Haqiq
July 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025Managed English news content (USA, UAE, KSA) overseeing daily production of 4-8 articles from approximately 100 writers. Ensured accuracy and concise 70-word summaries. Provided strategic guidance and operational coordination across five editorial teams, including Arabic-language news desks. Spearheaded company-wide Style Guidelines development, elevating content consistency and quality. Authored comprehensive writer FAQs to optimize team efficiency.
Head of the Sports Section at Empoword Journalism
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Led and managed the sports section, overseeing journalists for engaging and comprehensive coverage. Drove section growth and reader engagement through strategic editorial planning. Refined journalistic output ensuring high standards and quality content. Promoted from Sports Editor within three months demonstrating advanced writing and editing skills.
Lifestyle Writer at Life Lovers Magazine
April 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025Regularly wrote high-quality, engaging articles on health, wellness, lifestyle, travel, and personal growth. Researched and analyzed trending topics, collaborating with the editorial team to align content with magazine standards.
Travel Writer at Pickvisa.com
August 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Produced high-quality, SEO-friendly, engaging travel-related content. Researched travel destinations and visa regulations for accurate and informative content production.
Project Manager / External Relations Coordinator at VarYox Art and Cultural Platform
September 30, 2020 - July 22, 2025Developed annual budgets for 15+ cultural projects and events, optimizing resource allocation. Led and mentored a team of 20 interns, aligned assignments with individual interests. Fostered key partnerships and managed joint projects with international organizations including the United Nations. Successfully managed the "Imagine Euro Tolerance Festival" collaborating with EU Delegation and embassies.
Senior Process Executive with Russian & Turkish at Cognizant
December 1, 2024 - PresentManage responsibilities across two international projects requiring specialized language skills in Russian and Turkish. Monitor, analyze, and categorize Russian-language news content with high accuracy. Analyze geographic data to identify inconsistencies and generate detailed map quality reports. Adhere to process protocols, quality benchmarks, and reporting deadlines.
Football Writer at FanSided
January 1, 2024 - PresentGenerate compelling football content including player profiles, tactical breakdowns, and analyses. Stay current on football developments to provide timely and relevant coverage. Engage with a diverse football enthusiast audience and contribute to discussions and debates.
Editor-in-Chief at VAVEL
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Transformed sports coverage by reactivating MLB, MLS, and NCAA teams, expanding readership and engagement. Managed a diverse team of approximately 200 people across 9 departments including editors and writers. Implemented editorial processes/guidelines to streamline content creation, ensure quality, and enhance team collaboration. Promoted within 3 months for exceeding performance.
Temporary Senior Editor at Haqiq
July 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025Managed English news content across USA, UAE, and KSA, overseeing daily production of 4-8 articles from about 100 writers ensuring accuracy and concise summaries. Provided strategic guidance and operational coordination across five editorial teams, including Arabic-language news desks. Spearheaded development and implementation of new company-wide Style Guidelines and authored comprehensive writer FAQs.
Head of the Sports Section at Empoword Journalism
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Led and managed the sports section, overseeing journalists to ensure comprehensive and engaging coverage. Drove section growth and reader engagement through strategic editorial planning. Promoted within 3 months from Sports Editor due to advanced writing and editing skills.
Lifestyle Writer at Life Lovers Magazine
April 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025Wrote engaging high-quality articles on health, wellness, lifestyle, travel, and personal growth. Researched trending topics and collaborated with the editorial team to align content with magazine standards.
Travel Writer at Pickvisa.com
August 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Produced high-quality, SEO-friendly travel-related content by researching destinations and visa regulations to provide accurate and informative articles.
Project Manager / External Relations Coordinator at VarYox Art and Cultural Platform
September 30, 2020 - July 22, 2025Developed annual budgets for cultural projects, optimized resource allocation, and reduced costs through vendor negotiations. Led and mentored a team of 20 interns. Fostered partnerships and managed joint projects with international organizations including the UN and the European Union Delegation in Azerbaijan. Successfully managed the "Imagine Euro Tolerance Festival".
Senior Process Executive with Russian & Turkish at Cognizant
December 1, 2024 - PresentMonitor, analyze, and categorize Russian-language news content and analyze geographic data using fluent Turkish to identify inconsistencies and create detailed map quality reports. Adhere to process protocols, quality benchmarks, and reporting deadlines for multiple international projects requiring specialized language skills.
Football Writer at FanSided
January 1, 2024 - PresentGenerate compelling football content including analyses, player profiles, and tactical breakdowns. Stay updated on the latest football developments and engage with a diverse football enthusiast audience to contribute to discussions and debates.
Editor-in-Chief at VAVEL
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Transformed VAVEL USA's sports coverage by reactivating MLB, MLS, and NCAA teams, leading to expanded readership and engagement. Managed a diverse team of approximately 200 people across nine departments, including editors and writers. Implemented key editorial processes and guidelines to improve quality and collaboration. Promoted within three months for consistently exceeding performance targets.
Temporary Senior Editor at Haqiq
July 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025Managed English news content across multiple regions, overseeing daily production of articles from about 100 writers and ensuring accuracy with concise summaries. Provided strategic guidance and coordinated operations across five editorial teams including Arabic-language news desks. Developed company-wide style guidelines, authored comprehensive FAQs, improving content consistency and team efficiency.
Head of the Sports Section at Empoword Journalism
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Led and managed the sports section, driving growth and reader engagement through strategic editorial planning. Oversaw journalist output to ensure high standards and quality content. Promoted from Sports Editor after demonstrating advanced writing and editing capabilities within three months.
Lifestyle Writer at Life Lovers Magazine
April 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025Regularly wrote high-quality engaging articles on health, wellness, lifestyle, travel, and personal growth. Researched and analyzed trending topics and collaborated with editorial teams to align content with magazine standards.
Travel Writer at Pickvisa.com
August 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Produced high-quality, SEO-friendly travel content, researched travel destinations and visa regulations for accurate and informative articles.
Project Manager / External Relations Coordinator at VarYox Art and Cultural Platform
September 30, 2020 - July 22, 2025Managed annual budgets for 15+ cultural projects optimizing resources and cutting overhead costs. Led and mentored 20 interns, developed comprehensive schedules, and fostered partnerships with international organizations including the United Nations. Successfully managed the "Imagine Euro Tolerance Festival" working with EU Delegation and embassies.
Education
Master’s Degree at Wyższa Szkoła Bankowa w Gdańsku
March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023Bachelor’s Degree at Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
September 1, 2015 - June 30, 2019Master’s Degree at Wyższa Szkoła Bankowa w Gdańsku
March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023Bachelor’s Degree at Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
September 1, 2015 - June 30, 2019Master’s Degree at Wyższa Szkoła Bankowa w Gdańsku
March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023Bachelor’s Degree at Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
September 1, 2015 - June 30, 2019Master’s Degree at Wyższa Szkoła Bankowa w Gdańsku
March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023Bachelor’s Degree at Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
September 1, 2015 - June 30, 2019Qualifications
Development and implementation of company-wide Style Guidelines
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025Company-wide Style Guidelines Developer
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025Company-wide Style Guidelines Development and Implementation
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025Company-wide Style Guidelines Development
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Financial Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner
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