Thalia Nouarou
Athens
Summary
Inspiring chief editor and flexible copywriter with 20 years of content creation and development oversight delivering relevant and engaging content to readers, ready to take on varied and diverse writing projects. Skilled in unique content creation and effective communication, successfully collaborates with stakeholders to accurately present brand in print and online media. Strong writing, communication and computer skills and powerful commitment to creativity and innovation. Expert in enhancing publication quality and managing social media presence, recognized for creative thinking and adherence to deadlines, delivering impactful content that resonates with diverse audiences.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor in Chief
Epathlo Travel Magazine (www.epathlo.gr)
07.2013 - Current
- Selecting topics and designing magazine content for each issue. Established editorial direction and publication policies and procedures and monitored and maintained functional consistency.
- Writing and creating content for various topics (mostly travel, food and taste, social and cultural articles, editorial, opinion articles etc.), advertorials and advertisements (hotels, destinations, traditional products etc).
- As a photographer and photo editor, also selects relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact. Works with graphic artists to produce captivating and successful content.
- Supporting and encouraging editorial team. Oversaw, trained and developed writers and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work.
- Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality. Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines.
- Editing and reviewing content for grammar, spelling and punctuation. Proofreading, editing and evaluating final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Developed publication website and social media presence.
Freelancer Editor & Copywriter
Various Employers
07.2008 - 12.2012
- Photojournalism and editorial writer for travel destinations (Greece), advertorials of tourist services, & exhibitions, cultural events, various article writing (taste, products, destinations), cinema.
- Writing re-writing and created content for various employers / clients such us: travel articles for Travelogue Magazine, Epathlo Magazine, Chef Magazine, Avlaia publications, a travel portal for Peloponnese Region, tourist promotion brochures for different municipalities of Peloponnese Region, Greece Invision photo agency.
Culture Event & Communication Manager
Municipality of Epidaurus
03.2012 - 09.2012
- Managed administrative logistics, planning and communications for Epidaurus Agricultural Festival.
- General organization, customer/sales and financial manager.
- Marketing and advertising, create press releases.
- Planning gastronomic events and photo contests.
- Coordinated photographers, musicians, chefs, speakers, animators for the event. Also coordinated travel and accommodations for event guests.
Culture and Event Coordinator
Cultural Center of Nea Erythraia Municipality
04.2008 - 01.2010
- Organization, coordination and communication of art exhibitions & cultural events of the Cultural Center.
- Εditing, creation, organization and communication of a reading club.
- Responsible for the operation of seminars and creative workshops.
- Organization of group cultural visits.
- Responsible for the operation of a summer creative program for elementary school children, design of promotional materials.
- Secretarial support.
Junior Copywriter
Reverse Marketing & Advertise
10.2007 - 03.2008
- Created / re-wrote texts for a medical portal.
- Optimization and editing of informative news letters for the pharmaceutical market.
Culture Event & Communication Manager
Chios Tourism Department
02.2005 - 09.2007
- Responsible for Planning & Organization of the 1st Chios Agrotourism Festival.
- Coordination Committee of the 2nd Chios Agrotourism Festival. Responsible for cultural events and the press office, editing promotional materials, financial management.
- Coordination of the participation of the Chios NA in tourist exhibitions and events.
- Accompanying tours for journalists and conference attendees of the Prefecture.
- Writing articles / interviews for the press.
Public Relations Assistant
Ecocinema International Film Festival
03.2006 - 05.2006
- Responsible for communication & hosting of invited journalists and diplomats.
- Editing of printed information program & TV advertising spot.
- Film traffic support.
Client Service Coordinator
Read Advertising
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Client management, text/content creation & editing of advertising materials, brochures, presents etc.
- Participator of the creation team of a free-press culture magazine of Chalkis Greece.
Education
MBA - Tourism Planning, Administration And Policy
University of The Aegean
Chios, Greece12-2004
BBA - Shipping, Trade & Transport
University of Aegean
Chios12-2002
Skills
- Unique content creation
- Copywriting, editing, and review
- Content development
- Social media / Web content management / Newsletter creation
- Press release & Article Text writing
- Grammar knowledge / Error correction / Examine proofs
- Creative thinking
- Multitasking
- Written communication
- Communication skills & Problem-solving abilities
- Deadline adherence
Languages
Greek
Native language
English
Intermediate
B1
Software
Mac, Windows
Photoshop lightroom
Joomla/wordpress
Social media
Interests
Anything creative inspires me and gives me life Dancing, movement, contact and communication with people, traveling, photography, cooking, watching cinephile movies, enjoying beautiful music and performances
Timeline
Editor in Chief
Epathlo Travel Magazine (www.epathlo.gr)
07.2013 - Current
Culture Event & Communication Manager
Municipality of Epidaurus
03.2012 - 09.2012
Freelancer Editor & Copywriter
Various Employers
07.2008 - 12.2012
Culture and Event Coordinator
Cultural Center of Nea Erythraia Municipality
04.2008 - 01.2010
Junior Copywriter
Reverse Marketing & Advertise
10.2007 - 03.2008
Public Relations Assistant
Ecocinema International Film Festival
03.2006 - 05.2006
Culture Event & Communication Manager
Chios Tourism Department
02.2005 - 09.2007
Client Service Coordinator
Read Advertising
01.2004 - 12.2004
MBA - Tourism Planning, Administration And Policy
University of The Aegean
BBA - Shipping, Trade & Transport
University of Aegean
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