Martin Kolev
History:
-Personal Assistant to Head of R&D | February 2019 – Present
Biological Matrices, Inc., LLC. | San Francisco, CA; Sacramento, CA
Remotely handled email, correspondence, scheduling, and errands for Head of Research & Development at a biotech company. Served as main point of contact between Head and FDA during company’s FDA approval process, as well as during independent oversight committee evaluations of company’s finances and operating practices. Drafted and proofread reports, wrote project summaries, and managed sensitive documents of import for multiple departments under Head’s purview.
-Manager-in-Charge and Keyholder | May 2017 – January 2019
Kiehl’s Since 1851 | San Francisco, CA
When promoted to Keyholder and Manager-in-Charge in San Francisco, was responsible for opening/closing the store, leading the salesfloor team, delegating responsibilities, accepting and processing shipments, making monthly schedules, performing inventory, generating reports on store productivity, and running the business in the Store Director’s absence.
-Customer Representative | May 2015 – April 2017
Kiehl’s Since 1851 | San José, CA
Acquired and utilized extensive brand-proprietary knowledge of skincare and products in order to sell, build ongoing business relationships with buyers, and drive business. Trained new hires on product specifications, selling techniques, and store protocols. Attended advanced trainings to stay ahead of market trends and to learn about upcoming products and company events.
-Private Instructor | September 2012 – July 2015
Self-Employed | South Bay Area, CA
Conducted private lessons by the hour in English, French, Piano, and Music Theory for pupils ranging in age from 12 to 65 years. Created unique lesson plans and activities for each pupil to address individual needs. Provided preparatory sessions for SAT Subject Tests and A.P. Exams for high school students.
-English Instructor and Teacher’s Assistant | July 2011 – August 2012
Académie d'Aix-Marseille | Marseille, France
Facilitated classroom activities for students of U.S.-equivalent grades 5 through 7. Assisted in developing and administering curricula and met regularly with teachers and other assistants to learn, analyze, and discuss pedagogical methods. Instructed students individually and in small groups to expand vocabulary, comprehension, and verbal skills. Compiled weekly reports on classroom progress for submission to teachers. Substituted for absent teachers without need of guidance or aid. Performed clerical and administrative duties on behalf of teachers and staff.
Skills & Qualifications:
-Advanced quantitative and critical thinking skills to analyze complex data, query large databases, and apply creative solutions utilizing good judgement; knowledge of basic accounting duties.
-Strong communication skills: training of other employees, facilitating meetings, leading sales teams.
-Provide exemplary customer service with all levels of staff to resolve problems or request support.
-Excel in written communication, time-management, determining workload priorities, and setting goals.
-Facility with social media platforms, current marketing trends; versed in skincare, makeup, and haircare.
-Efficient typing skills, computer troubleshooting, knowledge of IT systems, ability to help others with technological issues, and mathematical skills to perform advanced computations and to recognize errors.
-Proficiency in all web browsers and operating systems, effective organizational skills, experienced in Microsoft Office and Adobe suites, experienced in handling confidential/sensitive information.
-Languages: English, French, Bulgarian.
Research & Projects:
-Research Project: Literary translation of Vladimir Nabokov’s Pale Fire from English into French; UCSB.
-Graduate Paper and Lecture: Irony in Medieval French Literature; UCSB.
-Graduate Project: Translation of Sophocles’ Antigone from Ancient Greek into modern French; UCSB.
-Program: Teaching Assistantship at Académie d'Aix-Marseille; Marseille, France.
History:
-Personal Assistant to Head of R&D | February 2019 – Present
Biological Matrices, Inc., LLC. | San Francisco, CA; Sacramento, CA
Remotely handled email, correspondence, scheduling, and errands for Head of Research & Development at a biotech company. Served as main point of contact between Head and FDA during company’s FDA approval process, as well as during independent oversight committee evaluations of company’s finances and operating practices. Drafted and proofread reports, wrote project summaries, and managed sensitive documents of import for multiple departments under Head’s purview.
-Manager-in-Charge and Keyholder | May 2017 – January 2019
Kiehl’s Since 1851 | San Francisco, CA
When promoted to Keyholder and Manager-in-Charge in San Francisco, was responsible for opening/closing the store, leading the salesfloor team, delegating responsibilities, accepting and processing shipments, making monthly schedules, performing inventory, generating reports on store productivity, and running the business in the Store Director’s absence.
-Customer Representative | May 2015 – April 2017
Kiehl’s Since 1851 | San José, CA
Acquired and utilized extensive brand-proprietary knowledge of skincare and products in order to sell, build ongoing business relationships with buyers, and drive business. Trained new hires on product specifications, selling techniques, and store protocols. Attended advanced trainings to stay ahead of market trends and to learn about upcoming products and company events.
-Private Instructor | September 2012 – July 2015
Self-Employed | South Bay Area, CA
Conducted private lessons by the hour in English, French, Piano, and Music Theory for pupils ranging in age from 12 to 65 years. Created unique lesson plans and activities for each pupil to address individual needs. Provided preparatory sessions for SAT Subject Tests and A.P. Exams for high school students.
-English Instructor and Teacher’s Assistant | July 2011 – August 2012
Académie d'Aix-Marseille | Marseille, France
Facilitated classroom activities for students of U.S.-equivalent grades 5 through 7. Assisted in developing and administering curricula and met regularly with teachers and other assistants to learn, analyze, and discuss pedagogical methods. Instructed students individually and in small groups to expand vocabulary, comprehension, and verbal skills. Compiled weekly reports on classroom progress for submission to teachers. Substituted for absent teachers without need of guidance or aid. Performed clerical and administrative duties on behalf of teachers and staff.
Skills & Qualifications:
-Advanced quantitative and critical thinking skills to analyze complex data, query large databases, and apply creative solutions utilizing good judgement; knowledge of basic accounting duties.
-Strong communication skills: training of other employees, facilitating meetings, leading sales teams.
-Provide exemplary customer service with all levels of staff to resolve problems or request support.
-Excel in written communication, time-management, determining workload priorities, and setting goals.
-Facility with social media platforms, current marketing trends; versed in skincare, makeup, and haircare.
-Efficient typing skills, computer troubleshooting, knowledge of IT systems, ability to help others with technological issues, and mathematical skills to perform advanced computations and to recognize errors.
-Proficiency in all web browsers and operating systems, effective organizational skills, experienced in Microsoft Office and Adobe suites, experienced in handling confidential/sensitive information.
-Languages: English, French, Bulgarian.
Research & Projects:
-Research Project: Literary translation of Vladimir Nabokov’s Pale Fire from English into French; UCSB.
-Graduate Paper and Lecture: Irony in Medieval French Literature; UCSB.
-Graduate Project: Translation of Sophocles’ Antigone from Ancient Greek into modern French; UCSB.
-Program: Teaching Assistantship at Académie d'Aix-Marseille; Marseille, France.