Sanja

Slovenia
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I am currently
At home
Activities i am interested in:
Photography, videography, learning new random skills, geeking over the latest gadgets and exploring the world.
Description
To get to know more about me check skmusic.eu

Hello there! My name is Sanja, I'm a Slovenian girl who was born and raised in Germany until I was 10, spent 11 more years in Slovenia and then 5 very colourful ones in Tokyo, Japan first studying and later working as a photographer, model, manager, translator and PA.

Returning to Europe in 2016, for the next 6ish years, I have been working as an international artist manager (incl. travel logistics, tour support, administration and social media management) for a musical project called Juno Reactor and travelled a good part of the world touring while also working as a photographer, graphic designer (incl. website design, VR & AR) and IT all-around.
A glimpse of that on: skmusic.eu/juno-reactor

From March 2022 till January 2023 I was living in the far north of Sweden, working as a manager and all-around support for a sled dog kennel - which evolved out of a volunteer trip which was found here on workaway :)
see more about that on: skmusic.eu/snowdog

March 2023 - May 2023
Sailed 200 nautical miles through Puerto Rico and USVI on a custom Morrelli & Melvin 62 foot performance catamaran called Nizhoni, learning to sail and maintain such a boat (check my IG _immortalangel for videos about that). Did a lot of underwater photography and drone photography on each location we stayed at.
Next I sailed from Miami over Nassau (Bahamas) to Bermuda - a bit over 1000nm - on a Lagoon 50 called Nauti Cat, doing day and night watches and helping maintain the boat.

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In my quest for a new chapter, I am in search of a role that not only offers inspiration and adventure but also provides fair compensation (depends on kind of work, of course - not for anything like gardening or so). I am eager to find opportunities that enable me to continue exploring new places, embracing different cultures, and engaging in meaningful work. Whether it's project management, artist management, or a role that allows me to leverage my skills in the middle of wild nature, I am ready to take on challenges, assume varied responsibilities, and embark on a journey of perpetual learning and growth.

(Photos in my "photos" section as well as on my website skmusic.eu are all taken by me (except for a few where I'm on), including videos)

I have a Snowmobile License issued by the Swedish transport agency.
Interests
Plant care
Winter sports
Water sports
Carpentry
Performing arts
Self development
Sailing / Boating
Farming
Adventure sports
Videography
Technology
Gardening
Sustainability
Photography
Pets
Nature
Outdoor activities
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Culture
Art & design
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Slovenian: Fluent
French: Beginner
Japanese: Beginner
Latin: Beginner
Norwegian bokmål: Beginner
More details about my language interests
Been playing around with Duolingo Norwegian recently (235 days and going!) so im slowly getting beginner-fluent, and could really use a brush up of my japanese and perhaps even french, though its ancient (from high school)...
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Eco Projects
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Able to teach about:
Gardening
Animal Care
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Hospitality/Tourism
More details about your skills
I've made a page (first meant just as a photography portfolio page) outlining and organising my experience and skills, so feel free to click on the various buttons and read more about it. I also welcome you to explore the project pages (in the menu) of Snowdog and Juno Reactor and how my work there looked in photo and video.

www.skmusic.eu

I like solving problems - identify, research, learn, solve, and optimise (that's pretty much my job) but also enjoy just following a schedule/tasks and spending the rest of the day gazing at beautiful nature and reading. I can help with the online presentation of businesses or projects, provide photography and videography services, and help visualize your renovation project (3D architecture/interior visualization as well as with actual renovations/light carpentry, 3D scanning, creating floor plans etc), if you have a music project ill be able to help as well.

My parents are very passionate about sustainability, ecological food and gardening so I've been learning a lot about that through the years (we have about 200sqm of veggie gardens and grow most of our food).

What else ... business development, product development, logistics in tourism or travel, calligraphy, website design, project management, event organisation, sewing, diving, or training and taking care of dogs ...

What I very much look forward to on volunteer trips is learning something completely new and random (like planting rice in Yakushima or milking cows in Iceland) immersing myself in that work without the usual modern life and stress-type thoughts, experiencing new lifestyles and learning about local culture and people.

Certificates:
AOWD
PRINCE2 Foundations & Practitioner
Snowmobile License
Age
34
What else ...
Passionate about photography (from macro, underwater, over "normal" to 360 and drone), animals (training, caring for, cuddling the living hell out of), travel (obviously), 3D modelling, 3D scanning, psychology (and reading/exploring/chatting about it), new interesting or unusual tech (AI, IR cameras, brain wave reading headbands, XR...), sponging up new knowledge and skills - I think the point of life is to keep learning, being inspired, evolving and enjoying all the different interesting things the world has to offer.

Gear:
Panasonic Lumix S1H, 1.4 50mm S Pro, 1.8 24mm S Pro, Sigma 150-600
Panasonic Lumix FZ1000
Panasonic Lumix DMC LX5 modified Infrared
Panasonic Lumix TZ20 with underwater case
Panasonic Lumix X10 with Nauticam case, Kraken Hydra 4000 WRGBU
Insta360 OneX with underwater case
DJI Mini 3 Pro
Fifish V-EVO
DJI Osmo Action 3 with underwater case
good ol' iPhone 14 Pro

Skills: https://www.skmusic.eu/services
Graphics design: https://www.skmusic.eu/graphic-design
Interior design & floor planning: https://www.skmusic.eu/interior
Some more photography: https://www.skmusic.eu/photo-video

Little videos to get to know me better: https://www.skmusic.eu/fjallraven-2024
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  as natural as possible

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29 Jul 2022

Left by host (Arctic adventures, husky dog ...) for Workawayer (Sanja)

Sanja came to join us towards the end of Winter, and we still had enough snow to enjoy a little Dog Sledding and some Snowmobile adventures. From her arrival, Sanja was enthusiastic and enamoured by our Huskies. She soon became one of the pack, and you could always find her somewhere with some of our dogs, grooming, playing, and generally spending… read more

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20 Jun 2022

Left by Workawayer (Sanja) for host (Arctic adventures, husky dog ...)

I was looking for an adventure to experience some "life" between the pandemic and a potential World War 3 - and an adventure is exactly what I've got. No, correct that. It was a little bit more than just an adventure.
After the initial messages back and forth and a WhatsApp call, I hopped on the plane, not knowing how long I'd be able to stay or… read more stay alive! For that matter, everyone in Europe had similar thoughts, as the Russian invasion had just started. I zigzagged my way across Europe to reach Stockholm, from where I took The Snowpiercer (i mean, the night train :P) up to Kiruna.
Arriving around noon, Craig was already waiting for me in his tank of a car (Chevrolet Suburban), for once the appropriate environment for such a vehicle taking me to my first experience that day. A Reindeer and Moose fast food place! From there on, the experiences just kept coming. The kennel, the cute Huskies, staying right next to the dog houses with Hanzo and Takamori (just two of the lovely dogs), curiously observing me through the window all the time. It became a bit of a peekaboo game between us :D. I quickly learned how the kennel operates, the daily routine, and all the unique events, activities, and challenges. Craig taught me how to ride a snowmobile, I learned how to set up a dog sled and drive it, and so much about dogs beyond what a pet owner would ever know! I was filming with a drone over the breathtaking scenery of Narvik and The Lofoten. As well as other hikes and day trips around Sweden.
Spring came, and I had to leave, but not after already fixing the plan to return asap. And here is where I have been since spring turned into summer. I have learned to drive ATVs and tractors, care for injured dogs, remove stitches, train puppies, and create promotional material for autumn and winter activities. Soon, the berries will be ready for harvest, mushrooms will come out of the ground, and vibrant short summer will begin. After years spent glued to the computer doing management work and graphic design, it is a pleasure to be out in the fresh air every day. I am bathing in the love and cuteness of the dogs! Learning more every day about how to build and fix things and interact with the dogs. I have the opportunity to explore the environment here, learn about the Sami culture, and experiment with growing veggies in the Arctic Circle. All-day, every day. Every day, full-on exciting and colourful life!
In one sentence: 10/10, would do again!

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11 Oct 2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Sanja)

Thank Yo will also so much, we were lucky to have you , to help us to clean the house after having had so much of people and dogs that do not clean after them self the house is still much better next time you ride. We put it on the to do list in Iceland,
remember me to give you Diploma from the Peace center if you need help wit work… read more

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10 Oct 2016

Left by Workawayer (Sanja) for host (International environment ...)

A million thanks to Gudni and her family for this amazing experience! Even though i could stay only a short while due to flight tickets it was really unforgettable and I'm looking forward to come again for a longer time!! I learned many new things, got to meet new people and also grew as a person. Its true - it doesnt matter what could have been,… read more

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