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Christiane  Bahr

Christiane Bahr

Köln

Summary

Dynamic bilingual Data Research Specialist with proven expertise in linguistic quality assurance at a leading Big Tech firm. Skilled in data analysis and database management, I excel in enhancing localization practices while mentoring teams. My strategic marketing initiatives have consistently driven engagement and maximized profitability across diverse campaigns.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Bilingual Data Research Specialist - Localization

Undisclosed Big Tech (via vendor)
San Francisco
11.2013 - 05.2025
  • Performed linguistic quality assurance on localized products.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards for internationalization and localization practices.
  • Evaluated new data management technologies and tools for potential adoption.
  • Performed accurate data entry of customer information into various databases.

Marketing Manager

SharmPRO
Sharm El Sheikh
03.2008 - 12.2019
  • Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
  • Marketed products and services at tradeshows and promotional events.
  • Designed graphics and logos for advertisements, newsletters, and other marketing collateral.
  • Created receiving reports and updated vendor balance sheets to record accounts payable.

Marketing Manager

Sharks Bay
Sharm El Sheikh
03.2008 - 12.2012
  • Processed invoices according to established procedures while ensuring accuracy of data entry.
  • Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
  • Marketed products and services at tradeshows and promotional events.
  • Monitored competitors' activities to keep up with industry trends.
  • Formulated and launched marketing and promotional campaigns to maximize profits.

Office Manager

Sinai Divers
Sharm El Sheikh
10.1997 - 03.2008
  • Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
  • Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
  • Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Generated and processed invoices in accordance with billing cycles.

Education

Vordiplom - Economics

University of Cologne
Cologne, Germany
07-1992

High School Diploma -

Georg Büchner Gymnasium
Cologne, Germany
05-1984

Skills

  • Linguistic quality assurance
  • Data entry
  • Data analysis
  • Database management
  • Localization practices
  • Market research
  • HTML and CSS
  • Graphic design
  • Team leadership

Languages

German
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Italian
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Arabic
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Bilingual Data Research Specialist - Localization

Undisclosed Big Tech (via vendor)
11.2013 - 05.2025

Marketing Manager

SharmPRO
03.2008 - 12.2019

Marketing Manager

Sharks Bay
03.2008 - 12.2012

Office Manager

Sinai Divers
10.1997 - 03.2008

Vordiplom - Economics

University of Cologne

High School Diploma -

Georg Büchner Gymnasium
Christiane Bahr