Panos Katiforis
Content Creator, Project Manager, Copywriter
Athens,I
Summary
Experienced Project Manager skilled in planning, directing, and ensuring smooth operations across departments. Adept at problem-solving, resource procurement, and financial management, with a focus on optimizing processes and meeting project goals. Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, empowering teams to excel. Highly organized, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning and development, with a positive attitude towards new challenges.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Marks and Cut
1 2014 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Editor in Chief
www.3pointmagazine.gr
09.2012 - 08.2017
- Increased readership through strategic content planning and audience engagement techniques.
- Liaised with Managing Editor to supervise daily operations and set production and performance goals.
- Sustained and enhanced publication performance and fostered reliability, transparency and fairness.
- Developed publication website, blogs and social media presence.
Newswriter - Editor
"AVGI" newspaper
03.2014 - 12.2014
- Increased reader engagement by writing compelling headlines and ledes for various news articles.
- Monitored breaking news for information on incidents, events, and topics of interest to quickly assign coverage to staff.
Live Stream Web Producer
Greek National Football Federation
01.2013 - 02.2014
- Live stream producer and football games commentator, at Hellenic National Football Federation, via VDEL.gr cooperation
- Enhanced website usability by implementing responsive design and user-friendly navigation.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders during all stages of project development for smooth collaboration.
- Continuously assessed user feedback through surveys, focus groups, or usability studies in order to make iterative improvements to the website experience.
- Collaborated with content creators for timely publication of engaging articles, videos, and graphics.
- Coordinated with social media team to promote content effectively and drive referral traffic back to the website.
- Monitored website security measures, proactively addressing any vulnerabilities or potential threats.
- Streamlined content management process to improve efficiency and reduce production time.
- Developed original video content for distribution via first-party web sites and third-party streaming video platforms.
- Authored progress reports on user adoption of produced content for internal leadership and external stakeholders.
Editor in Chief
www.sport.gr
10.2008 - 09.2012
- Increased readership through strategic content planning and audience engagement techniques.
- Liaised with Managing Editor to supervise daily operations and set production and performance goals.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines and standards to promote responsible publication and media practices.
- Developed strong relationships with industry experts, conducting interviews and securing exclusive content for the publication.
- Supported and encouraged editorial board to provide independent and objective advice, opinions and perspectives to enhance publication.
- Enhanced publication quality by implementing rigorous editing and proofreading processes.
- Sustained and enhanced publication performance and fostered reliability, transparency and fairness.
- Assigned manuscript submissions to editorial board for peer review and publishing determination
- Processed and investigated appeals and complaints to resolve quickly and constructively.
- Solicited and encouraged public reviews and commentaries on trending topics and subjects of topical interest.
- Developed publication website, blogs and social media presence.
- Maintained a consistent editorial voice throughout all published materials, reinforcing the publication''s unique identity.
- Maintained open lines of communication between departments to ensure seamless collaboration on cross-functional initiatives.
- Mentored junior editors and writers, fostering their professional growth and skill development.
- Minimized procedural problems and publication errors with stringent fact checking.
- Coordinated special edition publications, showcasing high-quality content tailored to specific themes or events.
- Optimized online presence by implementing SEO best practices in articles and website design elements.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of editorial team members to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Established partnerships with relevant organizations, expanding the publication''s network and influence within the industry.
- Prioritized timely delivery of articles by adhering to strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.
- Established editorial direction and publication policies and procedures and monitored and maintained functional consistency.
Local government News Reporter
"Dimotikos Typos"
08.2008 - 01.2010
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
- Generated, produced and delivered high profile special reports and communicated in community events behalf of station.
- Raised awareness about important issues by covering underreported stories affecting local communities.
Bet Advisor
"GO! BET" newspaper
01.2009 - 07.2009
- Mentored junior advisors, fostering a supportive team environment focused on growth and learning.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and regulations, ensuring accurate advice was provided to clients at all times.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with clients to ensure consistent retention and loyalty.
News Reporter
Photo Auto Moto
12.2008 - 05.2009
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
- Uploaded breaking news and updates to organization's social media and website accounts.
- Raised awareness about important issues by covering underreported stories affecting local communities.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
Editor in Chief
Attica TV
08.2008 - 01.2009
- Represented and promoted publication at publisher events, trade shows and conferences.
- Streamlined editorial workflow for improved efficiency and consistency across all published materials.
Investigative Reporter
ANT1 TV
09.2007 - 02.2008
- Fielded tough questions from interviewees while maintaining composure under pressure which resulted in obtaining crucial statements for stories.
- Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
Sports Writer
www.balla.gr
09.2006 - 09.2007
- Managed online sports columns, blogs and video pieces.
Education
Master of Arts - Content Marketing and Communication Strategy
Donau-Universität Krems
Vienna, Austria 05.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Media Production
Queen Margaret University
Edinburg (Remotely), Scotland 05.2006 - 05.2009
Journalism Seminar in International European Relations - Media Production
European Union Press Center
Athens, Greece 10.2014 - 11.2014
Skills
Copywriting
Storytelling
MS Office
SEO
Photoshop
Rhinoceros 3D
High level Leading skills
Exceptional Organisational skills
Project Management
Project planning and development
Strategic Planning
Technical Support
Client Relations
Data Analysis
Productivity Improvement
Presentations
Team Bonding
Stakeholder Communications
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Staff Management
Technical understanding
Coaching and Mentoring
Data review
Problem-Solving
Team Leadership
Teamwork and Collaboration
Decision-Making
Adaptability and Flexibility
Organizational Skills
Multitasking
Disaster Recovery Methodologies
Certification
McNeel 3D CAD Design, 11/2017
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Athens
- Date of Birth: 06/15/1985
- Nationality: Greek
Languages
English
Extracurricular Activities
Active Volunteer, 10/2019, Present, Hellenic Red Cross, Athens
Software
3D designing
Photo Editing
Video Editing
AI handling
MS Office
HTML
Web Design
Interests
Art
Reading
Studying New Material
Volunteering
Hobbies
I love playing football, motorcycling, traveling and traveling
Timeline
Master of Arts - Content Marketing and Communication Strategy
Donau-Universität Krems
05.2018 - 05.2020
Journalism Seminar in International European Relations - Media Production
European Union Press Center
10.2014 - 11.2014
Newswriter - Editor
"AVGI" newspaper
03.2014 - 12.2014
Live Stream Web Producer
Greek National Football Federation
01.2013 - 02.2014
Editor in Chief
www.3pointmagazine.gr
09.2012 - 08.2017
Bet Advisor
"GO! BET" newspaper
01.2009 - 07.2009
News Reporter
Photo Auto Moto
12.2008 - 05.2009
Editor in Chief
www.sport.gr
10.2008 - 09.2012
Local government News Reporter
"Dimotikos Typos"
08.2008 - 01.2010
Editor in Chief
Attica TV
08.2008 - 01.2009
Investigative Reporter
ANT1 TV
09.2007 - 02.2008
Sports Writer
www.balla.gr
09.2006 - 09.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Media Production
Queen Margaret University
05.2006 - 05.2009
Project Manager
Marks and Cut
1 2014 - Current