ULVIYYA AKHUNDOVA
Baku,BA
Summary
Passionate leader with 15 years of experience mentoring and providing creative team with guidance and ideas to launch impressive projects. Capable of translating abstract concepts and artist needs into refined, elegant creative solutions. Excellent writing, analytical thinking and research skills along with strong networking skills. Extensive experience includes designing and delivering a variety of projects related to film, theatre, literature and music.
Overview
3
3
Languages
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cultural Affairs Advisor to the Head of the Administration
Administration of State Historical-Architectural Reserve "Icherisheher"
Baku
06.2025 - Current
- Advised Head of the Administration on cultural affairs, heritage preservation, and arts initiatives to enhance community engagement and cultural recognition.
- Developed and managed large-scale cultural programs, community festivals, and international art projects to enrich cultural landscape of historic Old City.
- Collaborated with government bodies, diplomatic missions, and international cultural institutions to elevate visibility and appreciation of reserve's historic and architectural legacy.
Head of Public Program
YARAT Contemporary Art Space
Baku
09.2018 - 05.2024
- Organized public events that enhanced engagement with each exhibition's theme.
- Facilitated communication with musicians to coordinate event details., artists, designers and filmmakers.
- Coordinated with government representatives to ensure compliance and support. and other stakeholders and report to top management
- Co curate the annual M.A.P theatre festival www.mapfestival.az
- Co-curated annual M.A.P theatre festival, showcasing diverse artistic expressions.
Education project Manager
YARAT Contemporary Art Space
Baku
05.2012 - 07.2018
- Developed and delivered inclusive educational programs for diverse audiences.
- Coordinate the work of course leaders and project participants to successfully implement activities.
- Maintain, compile and analyze data to regularly monitor progress towards project indicators and targets.
- Build relationships with Art Schools and other institutions, individual educators and arts groups, policymakers and other key decision makers that have impacts on education and arts issues.
- Cultivated partnerships with art schools, educators, arts groups, and policymakers to influence education and arts initiatives.
- Provide direct support to tutors in preparing for workshops and lectures and conduct follow-up.
- Prepare materials for the website and social media.
- Monitored feedback to identify and address issues, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
Event Manager
Buta Art Centre
Baku
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Gained expertise in organizing events through hands-on experience.
- Coordinated diverse cultural events, enhancing community engagement through open stage concerts, film screenings, and exhibitions.
- Managed event planning and production for Buta Art Centre exhibitions and cultural programs.
- Coordinated venue setup, staffing, and logistics for private and public events.
- Communicated with artists, vendors, and guests for smooth event execution.
Personal Assistant to Artistic Director
Ibrus Film and Theatre Company
Baku
07.2007 - 08.2010
- Coordinated crew members' activities during shooting process to ensure smooth production.
- Coordinate the work of the crew members during the shooting process.
- Assisted at all stages of motion picture production, including script supervision, casting, and film release.
- Respond to enquiries and phone calls on daily basis. Arrange meetings with interested parties & assist during project planning and discussions.
- Manage all internal and external correspondence with local and overseas partners.
- Translation and interpretation (English-Russian-French).
- Managed internal and external correspondence with local and overseas partners to facilitate effective communication.
- Respond to enquiries and phone calls on a daily basis. Arrange meetings with interested parties & assist during project planning and discussions.
- Execute other administrative work when required.
Coordinator
XI International "East-West" Film Festival
01.2009 - 10.2009
Education
Master's Degree -
Paris I - Pantheon Sorbonne
Paris1. year Master's Degree program (DEA) - International Relations and Diplomacy
Bachelor's Degree - International Relations and Law. Major: Diplomacy.
Baku State University
BakuBachelor Degree - International Relations and Diplomacy.
American University in Baku (AUB)
BakuSkills
- Public speaking and presentation skills: Excellent
- Project management: Excellent
- Creative writing: Excellent
- Mentoring and coaching a team: Strong
PUBLICATIONS & CREATIVE PROJECTS
English: Fluent | French: Advanced | Russian: Native | Azeri: Beginner
COURSES
Screenwriting certificate, London Film Academy
(course turor: Michael Holden)
International Visitor Leadership Program, 2016
Languages
English
Professional
French
Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Cultural Affairs Advisor to the Head of the Administration
Administration of State Historical-Architectural Reserve "Icherisheher"
06.2025 - Current
Head of Public Program
YARAT Contemporary Art Space
09.2018 - 05.2024
Education project Manager
YARAT Contemporary Art Space
05.2012 - 07.2018
Event Manager
Buta Art Centre
09.2010 - 12.2012
Coordinator
XI International "East-West" Film Festival
01.2009 - 10.2009
Personal Assistant to Artistic Director
Ibrus Film and Theatre Company
07.2007 - 08.2010
Master's Degree -
Paris I - Pantheon Sorbonne
1. year Master's Degree program (DEA) - International Relations and Diplomacy
Bachelor's Degree - International Relations and Law. Major: Diplomacy.
Baku State University
Bachelor Degree - International Relations and Diplomacy.
American University in Baku (AUB)