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OĽGA BAKOVÁ

OĽGA BAKOVÁ

Bratislava

Summary

Dynamic communication leader with extensive experience, adept at crafting impactful media strategies and managing diverse teams. Proven success in crisis communication and event management, fostering strong partnerships while delivering compelling multimedia content. Passionate about driving engagement and enhancing brand visibility through innovative approaches.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager of Communication, Sustainable Development

Slovenské elektrárne (Slovak Power Holding)
Bratislava
04.2020 - 12.2024
  • Developed and implemented media strategies for both internal and external communications.
  • Led a communications team of 20 (5 senior and 15 junior staff members).
  • Overseeing the coordination of material published on the website and social media posts.
  • Managed nuclear power plant communications, especially during the commissioning of new nuclear units.
  • Prepared and published press releases, articles, speeches, and audiovisual materials.
  • Collaborated with media outlets, agencies, and stakeholders.
  • Communicated with partners regarding cooperation and coordinated agreed activities (partnerships, presentations, and conferences).
  • Organized and implemented company events for employees, partners, and the public.
  • Prepared and published books and brochures about Slovenské elektrárne power plants for employees and partners. partners.
  • Oversaw projects of the Slovenské Elektrárne Foundation.

Head of Foreign News, TV Anchor

Radio and Television of Slovakia
Bratislava
09.2013 - 03.2020
  • Developed the editorial strategy for foreign news radio broadcasts.
  • Anchored news programs and interviews focused on international affairs.
  • Covered major global events.
  • Hosted and moderated a national TV talk show focused on expert women's voices.
  • Wrote scripts and conducted live interviews.

Correspondent for Slovakia, Hungary, Austria

Czech Television
Prague
03.2007 - 06.2013
  • Produced TV stories and interviews for Czech Television news..
  • Created short documentary segments for national broadcasts.
  • Covered news for CT24, the 24-hour Czech news channel.

U.S. Correspondent

Slovak Radio
Washington D.C.
10.2001 - 12.2006
  • Covered major events in the United States for Slovak national radio.
  • Produced audio stories and conducted interviews with key figures.

Education

Master of Arts - Journalism

Comenius University
Bratislava

European Studies

Academia Istropolitana Nova

Skills

  • Media strategy
  • Multimedia content creation
  • Crisis communication
  • Team leadership
  • Event management
  • Project management
  • Networking skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management abilities

Accomplishments

  • Journalist Award
  • Literary Fund Award

Certification

  • OSCE Certificate: Combating Human Trafficking Along Migration Routes
  • National Defense University, Washington, D.C. Industrial Program Studies

Languages

Slovak
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Russian
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Spanish
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Manager of Communication, Sustainable Development

Slovenské elektrárne (Slovak Power Holding)
04.2020 - 12.2024

Head of Foreign News, TV Anchor

Radio and Television of Slovakia
09.2013 - 03.2020

Correspondent for Slovakia, Hungary, Austria

Czech Television
03.2007 - 06.2013

U.S. Correspondent

Slovak Radio
10.2001 - 12.2006

Master of Arts - Journalism

Comenius University

European Studies

Academia Istropolitana Nova
OĽGA BAKOVÁ