Kristine Murillo – Project Manager

Hi, I’m Kristine Murillo, you may call me Tine. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. During my time as a student, I was often seen as a leader among my peers, leading in research projects and film-making. As a leader, I made sure everyone had a voice to be heard and that all ideas mattered. At home, I am fortunate to be the daughter of loving and supportive parents who have encouraged me to explore my passions and pursue my goals. Their support has been my inspiration in my personal and professional growth.

My professional journey started in my second year of college when I worked as an ESL tutor for kids aged 4–12. This role taught me how to communicate effectively, adapt my teaching methods, and overcome language and cultural barriers.

When I decided to pursue a full-time corporate role, I joined as a Language Annotation Specialist. Despite being new and unfamiliar with the position, I quickly mastered the tasks without formal training—a testament to my ability to learn fast and adapt.

At the same time, I worked as a freelance writer and project manager for a local writing assistance business. My favorite topics to write about were language and social sciences. Starting this business from scratch and promoting it through content creation gave me hands-on experience in marketing, client engagement, and project management. I learned to apply my knowledge on language in connecting with clients and the pool of writers I worked with, strengthening my relationship with them. This experience helped me discover my knack for project management and led me to an exciting opportunity to work remotely as a full-time project manager for a start-up.

Working with a start-up was a challenging yet rewarding experience. The unfamiliarity of the industry initially felt intimidating, but I approached it with determination, patience, and a commitment to learning. I focused on learning the ins and outs of the business while setting up workflows and systems to improve efficiency. My responsibilities ranged from project management and social media strategy to photo editing, administrative tasks, and client communication. I quickly became the go-to person for getting things done.

Through these experiences, I’ve refined essential skills like organisation, clear communication, and time management which allowed me to excel both independently and within a team. Remote work has proven to be a great fit for me, aligning with my values of dedication, integrity, and adaptability. It also provides the flexibility I need to grow both professionally and personally.

Today, I’m passionate about helping businesses structure their workflows and achieve their goals. My goal is to provide value to my clients while continuing to learn and grow alongside them.

For a copy of Kristine’s resume, please click here.