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Gular Hatamova Khidir

Baku,Azerbaijan

Summary

Loyal contributor with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation and a solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.



Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Editor-in-chief, News Anchor, Reporter

AZTV Closed Joint Stock Company
Baku, Azerbaijan
02.2016 - 02.2025
  • Supervised preparation and delivery of news both in English and Russian, edited translated material and acted as news presenter for daily and weekly 'NEWS' and 'Weekly Highlights' programmes.
  • Attended press conferences for live reporting, enhancing accessibility for viewers.
  • Interviewed key figures, experts and community leaders, researched stories and worked with producers to ensure comprehensive coverage.
  • Developed planned and improvised commentary on current events.
  • Provided logistical planning and insight into upcoming events, special programmes and/or elements to be included in reporting
  • Delivered breaking news under tight deadlines, ensuring timely reporting.
  • Showcased presenting skills across variety of mediums.
  • Prepared materials and delivered polished advertisements for upcoming segments or paid sponsors.


Head of Press

Eurovision Song Contest
Baku, Baku City
05.2016 - 05.2016
  • Coordinated press releases, media kits, and other communications to promote the event.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive media strategy to generate coverage before, during, and after the event.
  • Managed the event’s presence on social media platforms, engaging with fans, media, and participants.
  • Monitored media coverage to track the success of the press strategy, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
  • Handled any media crises or urgent communications that arose during the event, ensuring a swift and appropriate response.

Training and development assistant

AZTV - TRT (Turkiye)
Baku, Baku City
03.2023 - 11.2024
  • Developed soft skills by providing training in time-management, problem-solving, and effective communication.
  • Produced training and supportive materials tailored to organisational needs.
  • Planned training schedules, prepared materials and booked necessary rooms and facilities.
  • Analysed training requirements at individual, team and organisational level.


Project Translator

Civil Society Project/Counterpart International
Baku, Azerbaijan
10.2016 - 01.2017
  • Translated project related documents, accompanied senior staff to meetings with high-ranking government officials
  • Improved client relationships by providing accurate and timely translations.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously for increased productivity.

Education

Bachelor - Philology

Baku Slavic University
Baku, Baku City
09/2014 - 05/2018

Skills

Strong on-air presence and public speaking skills

Proficient interviewing, writing, and editorial skills

Highly organized, meets deadlines, able to multi-task, and performs well under pressure

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and have demonstrated ability to use sound judgment and to make independent decisions

Exceptional research and interview skills

Ability to work closely and effectively with producers, managers, and the assignment desk

Languages

Azerbaijani
Native
Russian
Native
English
Advanced

Personal Information

Date of birth: 02/06/96

Timeline

Training and development assistant

AZTV - TRT (Turkiye)
03.2023 - 11.2024

Project Translator

Civil Society Project/Counterpart International
10.2016 - 01.2017

Head of Press

Eurovision Song Contest
05.2016 - 05.2016

Assistant Editor-in-chief, News Anchor, Reporter

AZTV Closed Joint Stock Company
02.2016 - 02.2025

Bachelor - Philology

Baku Slavic University
09/2014 - 05/2018
Gular Hatamova Khidir