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Alexandru-Ioan Popa

Alexandru-Ioan Popa

Journalist And Legal Adviser
Oradea

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Diligent professional offering story development, news, and special program anchoring expertise. Contacted potential interviewees and arranged interview slots for broadcast programs before conducting interviews. Detail-oriented with great listening and people engagement skills. Focused on leveraging writing talents to bring audience members strategically to emotional places and build brand loyalty. Creative, persuasive and articulate with remarkable work ethic and analytical approach.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Media Marketing Manager

YourBookTeam
New York , New York
2023.10 - Current

My activity at this company is remote and consists of the following :

  • Writing journalistic articles
  • Reviewing journalistic articles of other interns
  • Editing and reviewing books that are yet to be published
  • I coordinated a social media campaign for Nimrod Vromen, an upcoming author that reached second place on Amazon within a niche with the book "Promting Happiness". Within social media department that is under my management there were created media products for the book on social media platforms
  • Creating engaging multimedia content including graphics, videos, and blog posts to enhance user experience.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive marketing plans and messaging.
  • Currently trying to get funds using Kickstater for upcoming books

Journalist

Asociația Jucătorilor de Rugby (AJR)
Bucharest , Bucuresti
2021.03 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
  • Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
  • Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality.
  • Utilized social media channels to promote articles and interact with readers, increasing online engagement rates.
  • Developed strong relationships with sources, leading to exclusive interviews and scoops.

Paralegal Intern

Tomele Mihai-Sorin
2022.10 - 2023.01
  • Legal Internship
  • Provided reliable assistance during discovery processes through diligent review of documents, identification of key issues, and summarization of findings for attorney review.
  • Researched applicable laws and codes to analyze factual information and prepare summary reports.

Paralegal Intern

Cozma Andrei-Dragoș, lawyer office
2020.07 - 2022.11

Assisted the attorney with reviewing and organizing witness reports.

  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.

Social Media Manager

Clubul Sportiv "Universitatea" Cluj, men's rugby
2021.03 - 2021.07
  • I managed and created content for this sports club. I pionereed this club's activity on platforms such as Instagram and Tik Tok
  • Monitored social media trends and emerging platforms, adopting new strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
  • Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing effective social media strategies.

Volunteer Helper

U-Banca Transilvania Cluj-Napoca
2015.12 - 2019.12
  • I was a volunteer for the U-BT professional basketball team. My job was to take part in organizing the team's home games. Moreover I had to greet VIP guests and make sure they find their seats.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Volunteer

Lions Club International
Oradea , BH
2012.09 - 2015.07
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fundraising best practices, ensuring the organization''s efforts remained current and effective.
  • Boosted donor engagement by organizing and hosting successful fundraising events.
  • Provided information on membership and organization activities to potential donors.
  • Planned and implemented fundraising events.

Public Relations Volunteer

Radio Maria
2013.06 - 2014.10
  • I worked as a volunteer at this Radio, where I had to deal with data about the listeners of this radio. Furthermore I had to also to receive calls from them on a show called "Dedications for the soul"

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies And Journalism

Universitatea Babes-Bolyai
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
2019.10 - 2022.07

LLB (Bachelor of Laws) - Law

University of Oradea
Oradea, Romania
2018.10 - 2022.07

Exchange Program - Communication Studies

State University of New York At Cortland
Cortland, NY
2021.09 - 2021.12

Skills

Social Media Strategy

Market Research

Problem-solving abilities

Microsoft Office

Problem-Solving

Relationship Building

Market Research Analysis

Effective Communication

Strategic Planning

Calendar Management

Interpersonal Communication

Cross-departmental Alignment

Analytical Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office Suite

Languages

Romanian
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Hungarian
Beginner
A1
German
Beginner
A1
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Italian
Elementary
A2

Certification

Law Dregree

Interests

Writing

Content Creation

Philosophy

Sports

History

Additional Information

With a solid background in journalism, social media management, legal research, and content development, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my diverse skill set to be part of a team.

In my current role as a collaborator at YourBookTeam in New York, I have successfully coordinated the social media department, showcasing my leadership abilities and deep understanding of media operations. I directed the social media campaign for "Promoting Happiness" by Nimrod Vromen. This experience honed my skills in creative copywriting, content development, and strategic planning.

Throughout my internship at YourBookTeam, I have demonstrated a proactive and well-organized approach to my work. I consistently exhibit exceptional organizational skills, ensuring that all tasks and projects are meticulously planned and executed. My methodical approach has significantly contributed to the efficiency and success of our editorial projects. Moreover, I am well-versed in producing high-quality work, with a meticulous attention to detail that ensures even the most minor errors are identified and rectified.

As a journalist with Asociația Jucătorilor de Rugby in Bucharest since March 2021, I have strengthened my investigative journalism and interviewing skills. Writing and editing a variety of content has demonstrated my ability to develop compelling stories that engage and inform audiences. Additionally, my paralegal internships at Tomele Mihai-Sorin and Cozma Andrei-Dragoș in Oradea equipped me with strong research skills and a meticulous approach to document control.

During my tenure as a social media manager at Clubul Sportiv "Universitatea" Cluj, I pioneered the club's activity on platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, creating engaging content that significantly increased the club's online presence. My volunteer work with U-Banca Transilvania Cluj-Napoca and Radio Maria in Oradea further developed my public relations skills and ability to connect with diverse audiences.

I am a skilled writer with a talent for crafting engaging and insightful book reviews, proofreading, and interacting with authors. My role at YourBookTeam has allowed me to develop strong proofreading skills and a keen eye for detail, ensuring that content is polished and error-free. I have interacted extensively with authors, providing constructive feedback and fostering productive collaborations. These experiences have honed my ability to communicate effectively and build strong professional relationships.


Publications

  • https://studentpress.ro/2020/06/how- does-the-covid-19-crisis-affect- physical-rehabilitation-in- medical- centers/ – 2020
  • https://themontrealherald.com/from- fandom-to-global-sports-community- habs-fan-tv-sports-part-in-the-fan- driven-revolution/
  • https://studentpress.ro/2021/04/28/the- iliad-in-movies-and-tv-series/ 2021
  • https://bostonchronicleonline.com/2024/05/16/redeeming-the-dream/
  • https://ajrugby.ro/stiri/ecouri-de-la- trofeul-csaba-gal/ - 2021
  • https://ajrugby.ro/stiri/un-exemplu-de-urmat-provale/ - 2021
  • https://radio.ubbcluj.ro/audio-playing- far-from-home/ 2021

Timeline

Social Media Marketing Manager

YourBookTeam
2023.10 - Current

Paralegal Intern

Tomele Mihai-Sorin
2022.10 - 2023.01

Law Dregree

2022-07

Exchange Program - Communication Studies

State University of New York At Cortland
2021.09 - 2021.12

Journalist

Asociația Jucătorilor de Rugby (AJR)
2021.03 - Current

Social Media Manager

Clubul Sportiv "Universitatea" Cluj, men's rugby
2021.03 - 2021.07

Paralegal Intern

Cozma Andrei-Dragoș, lawyer office
2020.07 - 2022.11

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies And Journalism

Universitatea Babes-Bolyai
2019.10 - 2022.07

LLB (Bachelor of Laws) - Law

University of Oradea
2018.10 - 2022.07

Volunteer Helper

U-Banca Transilvania Cluj-Napoca
2015.12 - 2019.12

Public Relations Volunteer

Radio Maria
2013.06 - 2014.10

Volunteer

Lions Club International
2012.09 - 2015.07
Alexandru-Ioan PopaJournalist And Legal Adviser