Fidan Asgarova

FIDAN ASGAROVA Fevvareler Meydani 2 | Baku, Azerbaijan AZ 1005 - |-| LinkedIn EDUCATION ADA University Bachelor in Communication and Digital Media Baku, Azerbaijan Expected May 2025 • Selected coursework: Business Communications, Research Methods, Social Media Communication Strategies, Professional Report Writing, Communication for Technologies, Data & Computing Skills; Digital Marketing, Writing for the Internet ADA School (GPA 3.00) Baku, Azerbaijan June, 2021 RELEVANT EXPERIENCE NARGIS Magazine Baku, Azerbaijan Contributing Writer January 2025 – May 2025 • Develop and pitch compelling story ideas based on current trends, cultural insights, and audience interests, contributing to the magazine’s editorial planning and content strategy. • Research, write, and fact-check high-quality articles including interviews, features, and opinion pieces, ensuring alignment with the publication’s tone, style, and journalistic standards. • Collaborate closely with editors and the creative team to revise drafts, incorporate feedback, and meet publication deadlines, maintaining a consistent output of polished, engaging content. NARGIS Magazine Baku, Azerbaijan Social Media Marketing April 2024 – May 2025 • Create and manage engaging and creative content for various social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok) as well as creating all texts, captions, ideas for posts and stories • Monitor social media trends, popular culture, and competitors to identify opportunities for engagement and growth. • Track and report on key performance metrics (e.g., likes, shares, comments, reach, and engagement rates); Effectively and timely scheduled all paid ads across the social media platforms • Assist with content creation including photo and video shoots, Reels, Stories, and coverage of various events (such as Dream Fest). • Unpublished writing work: https://medium.com/@fidanasgarova226 ACTIVITIES & AWARDS • Dream Fest International Music Festival, Press & Media Member: Created content to promote the festival, featuring artist line-ups, as part of Nargis Magazine’s Media team; Conducted interviews with artists, performers; Provided live reporting and coverage of the festival through various platforms; Ensured all coverage adheres to journalistic ethics and standards, maintaining a balanced and fair approach to reporting on the festival. (Baku, Azerbaijan, July 2024) • • Green World Solidarity International Forum, Participant: Actively participated in discussions, presentations, and workshops during the forum (Baku, Azerbaijan, June 2024) EYP Azerbaijan, Delegate: Analyzed problems of the relevant section to help come up with conclusions and suggestions that are well-informed. (November, 2022) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Languages: Azerbaijani (native); English (native); Russian (native) Technical Skills: • Content & Digital Marketing: Copywriting, storytelling, visual planning, SEO basics • Research & Analysis: SWOT, competitor analysis • Software: Canva, Microsoft Office Soft Skills: Communication; Brainstorming; Ability to create, execute and drive self-organized multiple tasks well with a strong ownership and with focus on both qualitative and quantitative results; Strong personal organization and project management abilities; Proactive and initiative-taker; Adaptive Interests: Writing, reading, music