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Ezoza Yakvalkhodjieva
Journalist
New York
Summary
I'm a versatile writer with over 5 years of experience producing and editing diverse content for a variety of sectors. I have an extensive background in investigative, international and multimedia journalism, and a proven tenacity for telling engaging stories. I thrive in deadline driven environments and have a keen eye for detail.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Content Writer and Editor
Yieldstreet
06.2022 - 04.2024
- As the company's lead writer, draft and edit all scripts, articles, and social media content, creating and maintaining a distinct brand voice.
- Spearhead and grow the company's weekly newsletter, the Alt, focused on bringing news and up to date market insights.
- Create engaging, authentic and well researched talking points for The Yield, a podcast centered on educating listeners on alternative investments.
- Source and conduct interviews with podcast and video guests including prominent industry professionals such as Sam Ro, Jean Chatzky and Alex Gladstein.
- Demonstrate exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills, with minimal supervision.
- Lead a team of writers in large cross sectional content production.
- Coordinate with the marketing team to ensure content adheres to SEO guidelines.
Breaking News Restructuring Reporter
Debtwire
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Covered a range of credits in the US industrial beat, producing both in depth analytical stories and scoops.
- Consistently broke news on distressed and stressed credits ahead of competitors.
- Methodically sourced information, while adhering to strong journalistic principles.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a newsroom with strict deadlines and high rate of news turnover.
- Spent 5 months working from the company’s London office, gaining exposure to emerging and international markets.
Freelance Journalist
Aljazeera English, Eurasianet, The Diplomat & Etc.
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Received a grant from Aljazeera English to write a longform, multimedia feature on the opioid crisis in Uzbekistan.
- Traveled abroad to Samarkand and filmed a docuseries on the rampant drug culture in 1990s Uzbekistan.
- Successfully pitched and delivered original content on cultural affairs in Eurasia including on entertainment, cross border marriages and shuttle traders to the Diplomat, Eurasianet and the Calvert Journal.
Content Writer
Scully & Scully
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Began the website’s blog, Park Avenue Style, and tripled the number of readers in a span of six months through successful marketing campaigns.
- Doubled the number of followers on company’s social media platforms, including Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook by engaging with viewers and spearheading campaigns.
- Promoted products through various media forms, including short videos, social media posts and blogs.
- Coordinated product lending to publications and performed other administrative duties.
Interpreter/Teacher
Language Link
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided clients with professional interpreting services for official documents, from English to Russian and vice versa.
- Taught beginner, intermediate and advanced English to students from various ages and backgrounds, including Russia, Uzbekistan, Germany, and Korea.
- Compiled resources and designed the curriculum.
- Tailored curriculum to students’ interest, passions and learning styles.
Content Writer
World Trade Solutions Inc
10.2014 - 02.2018
- Provided management with daily reports on trade, logistics and diplomatic news.
- Conducted the research necessary for future business plans.
- Composed & proofread all official project and product business proposals.
- Wrote copies for all social media platforms for marketed products
- Created content for company’s website.
- Maintained written correspondence between existing and potential international business partners.
Podcast Intern
Radio Liberty
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Created and compiled content for online podcasts, focusing on novel and alternative art, entertainment and food in metropolitan areas of Russia.
- Managed social media sites and consistently updated with engaging copy.
Junior Reporter
Star Tribune
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Fact-checked reports and demonstrated skills in building a network of sources.
- Assisted reporters and journalists with obtaining information.
- Honed skills in organization and administrative service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media and Cultural Studies, Biology, Russian Studies
Macalester College
St. Paul, Minnesota 09.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
Fluent in spoken and written Russian
Fluent in spoken and written Uzbek
Proficient in Turkish
Proficient in French
Beginner in Korean
Accomplishments
Competitive Study Away Program
Macalester College
• Studied fall semester of senior year at Smolny College in St. Petersburg, Russia with fully paid tuition.
Media Studies Excellence Award
Macalester College
• Awarded a cash prize for having the highest marks in the media department for three consecutive semesters.
Student Research Symposium
Macalester College
• Awarded first place in the essay-based symposium at the Russian Art Museum of St. Paul.
Russian Studies Undergraduate Screenplay Competition
Macalester College
• Awarded a cash price at a screenwriting competition for an original screenplay.
Dewitt Wallace Grant
Macalester College
• Awarded a merit-based scholarship worth 50K every semester toward tuition.
Interests
Screenwriting
Filming
Soccer
Timeline
Content Writer and Editor
Yieldstreet
06.2022 - 04.2024
Breaking News Restructuring Reporter
Debtwire
04.2021 - 05.2022
Freelance Journalist
Aljazeera English, Eurasianet, The Diplomat & Etc.
09.2020 - 04.2021
Content Writer
Scully & Scully
06.2019 - 09.2020
Interpreter/Teacher
Language Link
04.2018 - 04.2019
Podcast Intern
Radio Liberty
09.2017 - 12.2017
Junior Reporter
Star Tribune
04.2016 - 04.2017
Content Writer
World Trade Solutions Inc
10.2014 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Media and Cultural Studies, Biology, Russian Studies
Macalester College
09.2014 - 05.2018
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