I obtained an M.A. (Hons) from the Sorbonne in Paris, before continuing my English studies in London at Royal Holloway, University of London and later studying international relations at Birkbeck College. In London, I worked as a private language tutor and had a stint at the BBC World Service Bulgarian Section before relocating to New Zealand where I worked in advertising and now have a role in communications for a non-governmental organisation. I have a background in media, research, translation, writing, editing and communications.