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Nele Graf

Nele Graf

Hongkong

Summary

Accomplished and certified in Media, Culture, Gender Studies and IT. Extensive experience in researching, teaching, and managing workshops and lectures on socially important topics. Dedicated to organizing engaging sessions that foster meaningful discussions, whether online or face-to-face. Results-oriented teacher focused on achieving outstanding exam outcomes by incorporating fun and playful methods into the learning process.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

German Language Teacher

German Cultural Association
06.2024 - Current
  • Versatile Teaching Skills: Developed and implemented diverse lesson plans tailored to students’ varying abilities and learning styles, fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment that accommodates all learners.
  • Class Preparation and Achievements: Maintained accurate records of student progress and assessment results, using data-driven decision-making processes to inform future instruction regarding exams, preparation for a student exchange, the Transition to an international boarding school or general language practise.
  • Innovative Methodologies: Introduced interactive and student-centered teaching methods, such as project-based learning and multimedia resources, to enhance language acquisition and stimulate students' interest in English language and culture.
  • Empathetic Approach: Cultivated strong relationships with students by employing a compassionate and understanding teaching style, which helped create a supportive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning and personal growth.
  • Parent Communication: Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, keeping them informed about their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Individual Support: Provided individualized support for struggling students through targeted instruction, resulting in improved overall performance.

Intern

Givat Haviva
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Company Overview: International NGO-Work with Shared Society Programs for Jewish and Arabic children and their parents.
  • Digital Media Skills: Optimized the content of the company's Social Media, adapted new Trends to reach new target groups and published them in English and German. Edited the company's website, wrote and visualized the monthly Givat Haviva Newsletter.
  • Guidance: Guided and instructed visitors like from the German Government, the UC Berkeley, the Jewish Media Group or artists like Orit Fouks Rotem.
  • Material Preparation: Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Internal Communication: Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.

Student Job

Faculty of Medicine
04.2021 - 12.2022
  • Class Schedule Implementation: Successfully coordinated and implemented class schedules for various medical courses, ensuring optimal time allocation and minimizing conflicts to enhance students' learning experiences.
  • Examination Coordination: Played a key role in monitoring examinations, ensuring strict adherence to academic integrity protocols, and maintaining a conducive testing environment for students.
  • Audience Research: Engaged in audience analysis through surveys and feedback, providing insights that shaped future programming decisions, enhancing viewer satisfaction, and aiding in the development of viewer-centric content.

Intern

WunderWerk/ neue Deutsche Filmgesellschaft
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Company Overview: German Production company for German TV
  • Content Research & Analysis: Conducted comprehensive research on various children’s literature, assessing their suitability for adaptation into film projects, which involved analyzing themes, narrative structures, and character arcs to ensure a faithful and engaging portrayal.
  • Filmability Assessments: Evaluated numerous books for their filmability, identifying stories with strong visual potential and universal themes, which contributed to the selection of promising projects for production consideration.
  • Actor Recommendations: Researched and compiled lists of suitable actors for potential roles, considering both age appropriateness and acting styles, thereby assisting the casting team in making informed decisions that fit the creative vision of each project.
  • Proofreading and Editing: Reviewed and proofread development concepts and scripts to assure clarity, coherence, and alignment with production goals, ensuring that all materials were polished and ready for presentation to stakeholders.
  • Professional Networking: Built strong relationships within the children’s media community, expanding my professional network and gaining insights into industry trends and best practices.

Intern

tvision
11.2019 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: German Production company for German children's TV
  • Conducted In-Depth Research: Analyzed and curated content for numerous children’s television episodes, ensuring age-appropriate messaging and engagement, which contributed to the show's educational outcomes.
  • Quality Assurance: Assisted in reviewing and proofreading scripts and episode content, reinforcing attention to detail and ensuring compliance with industry standards for children’s programming.
  • Media and Communication: Gained hands-on experience in various digital media tools and software, including video editing and production software, equipping me with practical skills that are essential for a career in media production.
  • Creative Problem-Solving: Addressed unexpected production challenges with innovative solutions, reinforcing the importance of adaptability in a fast-paced production environment, especially regarding political and socials changes in Germany or in other countries.
  • Cross-Cultural Project Involvement: Participated in projects that celebrated diversity and inclusivity, reflecting a commitment to producing content that resonates with a broad range of cultural experiences.

Intern

Förderverein für Musik und Kultur Uganda e.V
04.2018 - 08.2018

Company Overview: Support Association which builds schools, with main focus on music, in Uganda.

  • Fundraising: Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data regarding fundraising and recorded and structured these Information.
  • Organizing: Leaded, planned and organized an exhibition about the associations development over years, since founding.
  • Social Media Representation: Conceptualized, created and shaped the social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
  • Administrative Tasks: Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.

Education

Master's Degree - General and comparative Media Studies

University of Regensburg
09.2022

Additional Certificate of Gender Competence - Gender Studies

University of Regensburg
Regensburg
04.2022

IT- Certificate -

University of Regensburg
Universität Regensburg
07.2021

Bachelor's Degree - General and comparative European Ethnology and Media Studies

University of Regensburg
10.2019

Higher Education Entrance Level -

Herwig-Blankertz-Berufskolleg
07.2016

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience with E-Learning Platforms
  • Photography and Audio/Visual Skills
  • Multimedia Skills
  • Hardworking and Dedicated
  • Empathy
  • Resilience
  • Cultural awareness
  • Reliability
  • Patience
  • Critical Thinking

Languages

German
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
French
Beginner
A1

Extracurricular Engagement

  • Student Senator, University of Regensburg, 2021-2022.
  • Student Speaker, University of Regensburg, 2020-2021.
  • Active Member, Green party at the University, 2019-2022, Represent the students at university with the focus on climate issues, social justice, working against racism, antiziganism and discrimination (different areas like gender, skin color, religious affiliation) and antisemitism.
  • Student Speaker, Hans-Böckler-Foundation, Regensburg, 2017-2022, scholarship holder, spokesperson for the HBS for all students in the cities in the area Oberpfalz (Regensburg, Passau, Deggendorf; Abensberg).

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Marl
  • Date of Birth: 07/25/96

Hobbys

Dancing, Ceramics, Painting

Timeline

German Language Teacher

German Cultural Association
06.2024 - Current

Intern

Givat Haviva
11.2022 - 04.2023

Student Job

Faculty of Medicine
04.2021 - 12.2022

Intern

WunderWerk/ neue Deutsche Filmgesellschaft
02.2021 - 05.2021

Intern

tvision
11.2019 - 01.2020

Intern

Förderverein für Musik und Kultur Uganda e.V
04.2018 - 08.2018

Higher Education Entrance Level -

Herwig-Blankertz-Berufskolleg

Master's Degree - General and comparative Media Studies

University of Regensburg

Additional Certificate of Gender Competence - Gender Studies

University of Regensburg

IT- Certificate -

University of Regensburg

Bachelor's Degree - General and comparative European Ethnology and Media Studies

University of Regensburg
Nele Graf