Hi, I’m
Maria Gaya Tawil
I feel that luck is preparation meeting opportunity.
Oprah Winfrey
Summary
I am an effective communicator, able to convey complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. My adaptability, problem-solving, and commitment to continuous learning have allowed me to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business landscape.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Inmobiliaria MaggiValencia
Real Estate Agent
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted property inspections to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
- Negotiated purchase agreements and contracts with buyers and sellers.
- Advised clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, legal requirements and related matters.
Soluciones gerencialesValencia
Event Assistant
08.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in the planning and execution of events, including scheduling vendors and venues.
- Organized event materials such as signage, decorations, catering supplies, and audio-visual equipment.
- Provided customer service assistance before, during, and after events.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance for each event.
- Conducted research on potential venues for hosting events.
- Worked closely with other departments to ensure seamless integration of activities between different areas of responsibility.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing innovative ideas for enhancing guest experience at future events.
- Assisted guests in determining seat location and escorted guests to seats.
Self employedValencia
Private Language Tutor (En/Sp/Ar)
08.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Developed individualized lesson plans to meet the needs of each student.
- Provided instruction in grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary and conversation skills.
- Conducted weekly assessments to monitor progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Taught English language classes for students of varying ages and levels.
- Encouraged students to practice their conversational skills through role-playing activities.
- Organized small group activities to promote interactive learning experiences.
Freelance
Translator and Interpreter (En/Esp/Ar/Fr)
11.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Interpreted conversations between Spanish-speaking clients and English-speaking staff members.
- Conducted consecutive and simultaneous interpretation at meetings and conferences.
- Edited translated materials to ensure accuracy of content, spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, and formatting.
- Assisted with the development of language training programs for staff members who needed to learn a foreign language for business purposes.
- Advised colleagues on best practices regarding linguistic issues encountered during translation projects.
- Translated client documents between languages.
- Facilitated communication for people with limited language proficiency.
Lollishop (kids' clothes)/ NextGirl (women's clothes)Valencia
Retail Store Manager
07.2019 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Provided detailed product information to customers.
- Assisted in selecting items according to customer preferences.
- Created personalized shopping experiences for each customer.
- Researched new fashion trends and recommended products accordingly.
Soluciones gerencialesValencia
Community Manager
09.2018 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Responded to customer inquiries in a timely manner.
- Created content for social media platforms to engage the community.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met.
University of Aleppo- English literature departmentAleppo
Voice-over Narrator
12.2014 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Recorded narration for educational videos, documentaries, and other media projects.
- Created voice-over recordings for corporate training materials and webinars.
- Synchronized dialogue with visuals during editing process.
The Mental Health center Aleppo
Document Translator (En/Ar)
12.2014 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted in the translation of books from English to Arabic and vice versa.
Hani & RamiAleppo
Retail Salesperson
07.2011 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Greeted customers and provided product information.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services to answer customer inquiries.
- Provided excellent customer service through personal interactions with shoppers as well as over the phone.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
Self employedAleppo
Private English Tutor
09.2012 - 02.2015
Job overview
- Developed lesson plans to meet individual student needs and objectives.
- Assessed students' abilities, identified learning needs and set appropriate learning goals.
- Encouraged students to ask questions when they needed clarification or additional information regarding the subject matter.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents by providing regular updates on their child's progress.
chocolatier RogerMazra'at Yashu
Chocolate Maker
10.2014 - 12.2014
Job overview
- Developed and tested new recipes for chocolate products, such as truffles.
- Created innovative flavor profiles by blending different types of cocoa beans, nuts and spices into existing recipes.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met while minimizing waste.
Super market GilbertMazra'at Yashu
Cellphone Technician
09.2014 - 12.2014
Job overview
- Updated customers on the progress of their repairs.
- Maintained inventory of spare parts, components and other related materials needed for repairs.
- Provided technical support for hardware and software issues, troubleshooting any problems that arose.
Education
UNITECValencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
MBA from Marketing
Universidad Arturo Michelena "UAM"San Diego, Carabobo, Venezuela
Bachelor of Arts from Modern Languages
06.2022
University Overview
- Major in business
CAMINCARValencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
Certificate from Real Estate-related Studies
07.2021
Alliance FrançaiseValencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
Certificate from French Language (B1)
06.2021
FundaUCCarabobo, Venezuela
Certificate from Basic English & Advanced Communication.
04.2017
University of AleppoAleppo, Syria
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature
07.2015
TOEFL
2014
ICDL
2010
Skills
- Creativity
- Multilingualism
- Negotiation
- Research Skills
- Meeting Planning
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Training and coaching
- Skilled interpreter and translator
- Intake interviews and assessment
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Availability
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Timeline
Real Estate Agent
Inmobiliaria Maggi
08.2021 - Current
Retail Store Manager
Lollishop (kids' clothes)/ NextGirl (women's clothes)
07.2019 - 08.2023
Community Manager
Soluciones gerenciales
09.2018 - 03.2019
Event Assistant
Soluciones gerenciales
08.2017 - Current
Private Language Tutor (En/Sp/Ar)
Self employed
08.2015 - Current
Voice-over Narrator
University of Aleppo- English literature department
12.2014 - 04.2015
Document Translator (En/Ar)
The Mental Health center
12.2014 - 04.2015
Translator and Interpreter (En/Esp/Ar/Fr)
Freelance
11.2014 - Current
Chocolate Maker
chocolatier Roger
10.2014 - 12.2014
Cellphone Technician
Super market Gilbert
09.2014 - 12.2014
Private English Tutor
Self employed
09.2012 - 02.2015
Retail Salesperson
Hani & Rami
07.2011 - 04.2015
UNITEC
MBA from Marketing
Universidad Arturo Michelena "UAM"
Bachelor of Arts from Modern Languages
CAMINCAR
Certificate from Real Estate-related Studies
Alliance Française
Certificate from French Language (B1)
FundaUC
Certificate from Basic English & Advanced Communication.
University of Aleppo
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature
TOEFL
ICDL
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