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Valerija Gerasimova is a driven student and emerging creative professional from Riga, passionate about film and storytelling, with hands-on experience in event coordination, marketing, PR, and media production. She enjoys working in fast-paced multicultural settings and delivering high-quality results under time pressure. As a project creator and a social media/PR team member, Valerija combines leadership, communication, and analytical thinking.…Valerija Gerasimova is a driven student and emerging creative professional from Riga, passionate about film and storytelling, with hands-on experience in event coordination, marketing, PR, and media production. She enjoys working in fast-paced multicultural settings and delivering high-quality results under time pressure. As a project creator and a social media/PR team member, Valerija combines leadership, communication, and analytical thinking.

Valerija Gerasimova

Film Director, Project Manager, Video Editor, +2

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Valerija Gerasimova is a driven student and emerging creative professional from Riga, passionate about film and storytelling, with hands-on experience in event coordination, marketing, PR, and media production. She enjoys working in fast-paced multicultural settings and delivering high-quality results under time pressure. As a project creator and a social media/PR team member, Valerija combines leadership, communication, and analytical thinking.…Valerija Gerasimova is a driven student and emerging creative professional from Riga, passionate about film and storytelling, with hands-on experience in event coordination, marketing, PR, and media production. She enjoys working in fast-paced multicultural settings and delivering high-quality results under time pressure. As a project creator and a social media/PR team member, Valerija combines leadership, communication, and analytical thinking.

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Valerija Gerasimova is a driven student and emerging creative professional from Riga, passionate about film and storytelling, with hands-on experience in event coordination, marketing, PR, and media production. She enjoys working in fast-paced multicultural settings and delivering high-quality results under time pressure.

As a project creator and a social media/PR team member, Valerija combines leadership, communication, and analytical thinking.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

Latvian

Fluent

Russian

Fluent

German

Advanced

English

Fluent

French

Intermediate

Work Experience

PR Team & Social Media Manager at Factually - School Newspaper (Grenaa)

November 1, 2025 - July 31, 2026

Developed and implemented public relations strategies to promote the school newspaper through social media campaigns. Led a newspaper rebrand by analyzing target audience needs and preferences. Organized events to increase interest and demand for the publication, gaining experience in marketing and branding. Analyzed feedback and engagement to improve long-term outreach. Collaborated with editors and writers, strengthening teamwork and coordination within ongoing media projects.

Marketing Intern at Carlsberg Riga

November 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Supported the marketing department by adapting strategies to brand guidelines and various media formats. Contributed to planning and organizing marketing events and a TV commercial. Edited promotional content with strong attention to detail to ensure content accuracy, improving editing skills for radio and print media. Strengthened communication skills through participation in meetings with international business partners. Contributed to creative advertising concepts and brand communication within the FMCG environment.

Leader (School Environmental Project) at Erasmus+ (Lübeck)

October 1, 2025 - Present

Developed a school environmental project (“Into the Woods”) as part of the Erasmus+ program. Planned sustainability- and environmental-awareness-focused activities. Collaborated with international students to strengthen cross-cultural communication and teamwork. Promoted the environmental initiative and advocated for the Sustainable Development Goals to build experience in advocacy and community engagement.

Project Creator / Director (Short Music Film) at Short Music Film Aarhus

August 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026

Conceptualized and executed a creative project based on Greek mythology, securing state funding and demonstrating project viability. Implemented marketing strategies using social media and event marketing. Managed a team of 30 by delegating roles based on individual strengths and weaknesses, strengthening leadership and delegation. Scheduled rehearsals, filming/recording days, and ensured deadlines were met through strong time management and operational planning. Monitored progress and adapted to challenges to improve problem-solving and decision-making.

Volunteer (Event Volunteer) at EBIT Business Conference

June 1, 2025 - Present

Assisted in organizing a high-profile international business conference by coordinating speaker involvement and managing schedules. Arranged transportation, technical requirements, and tech rehearsals, ensuring speakers had a smooth event experience by remaining available for any needs. Collaborated with the volunteer team to support efficient teamwork and effective problem-solving. Helped review post-event reporting to strengthen analytical, data-driven decision-making skills.

Volunteer (Event Organization) at Riga Fashion Week

January 1, 2022 - Present

Coordinated runway and backstage operations for an international large-scale event hosting up to 400 guests per show. Managed tight schedules and ensured smooth execution by addressing on-the-spot issues for guests, designers, and the production team. Resolved conflicts and adapted quickly to unexpected schedule changes, maintaining professionalism under pressure. Built strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills through consistent performance across two-week annual event periods since 2022.