Olha Shapovalova

About Me
Experienced HR Generalist and Recruiter specializing in IT, GameDev, Media Buying, and Affiliate Marketing. With over 7 years of expertise, I’ve successfully built HR departments from scratch, implemented streamlined HR processes, and delivered top-tier talent acquisition for various industries. I excel in headhunting, recruitment for technical and non-technical roles, and creating effective onboarding strategies.

Key Expertise

• Recruitment for IT, GameDev, Media Buying, and Affiliate Marketing roles.
• Headhunting for top positions (C-level, Team Leads, Senior Specialists).
• HR process development: onboarding, performance reviews, and KPI tracking.
• Experience with ATS platforms (CleverStaff, People Force, Hurma).
• Mentorship and team development for HR professionals.
• Proven success in building HR departments from scratch.

Experience Highlights

HR Generalist – NDA Media Buying Teams (04.2023 – Present)

• Headhunting and recruiting for Media Buying/IT/GameDev roles.
• Successfully hired Media Buyers, Affiliate Managers, Designers, and Team Leads.
• Built HR processes for new projects from scratch.

IT Recruiter (GameDev) (11.2021 – 10.2023)

• Specialized in hiring IT and GameDev professionals for casual gaming projects.
• Recruited 37 candidates, with a 90% success rate through technical interviews.
• Assisted with onboarding and process improvement initiatives.

HR Manager/Recruiting – IT Product (11.2020 – 11.2021)

• Built the HR department from scratch and implemented recruitment processes.
• Conducted performance reviews, developed PDPs, and ensured employee engagement.

HR Manager (Generalist) – NDA (07.2019 – 10.2020)

• Successfully hired top and entry-level positions, conducted performance reviews, and developed motivational frameworks.

Skills & Tools

• Recruitment (IT, GameDev, Media Buying, Marketing).
• HR processes: onboarding, performance reviews, employee motivation.
• ATS: CleverStaff, People Force, Hurma.
• Languages: English (fluent), Ukrainian (native).

Achievements

• Successfully hired 200+ candidates across various industries.
• Built HR processes and departments from scratch for multiple companies.
• Developed HR policies that increased employee retention and engagement.

Why Work with Me?
I’m passionate about connecting companies with top talent and optimizing HR processes to enhance business growth. My diverse experience across industries ensures I understand your specific needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions. Let’s work together to build your dream team!