Arta Vinca
About Arta Vinca
Arta Vinca is an Intel Educator and Training Lead with extensive experience in language instruction and cultural advisory roles, particularly focused on the Balkan region. She has worked with various organizations, including Leidos and Northrop Grumman, and holds advanced degrees in Applied Linguistics.
Work at Acclaim Technical Services
Arta Vinca has been employed at Acclaim Technical Services since 2019, serving as an Intel Educator, Training Lead, and Balkan Subject Matter Expert (SME). In this role, Vinca focuses on delivering training programs and educational resources tailored to the needs of international partners. Vinca has designed a multi-modal Train the Trainer (TTT) course utilizing a blended learning approach and the A.D.D.I.E learning model, which emphasizes a systematic instructional design process.
Previous Experience in Language and Cultural Roles
Prior to joining Acclaim Technical Services, Vinca held several positions that contributed to her expertise in language and cultural advisory roles. She worked at Leidos as a Multi Language Linguist and Instructional Designer from 2017 to 2019. Before that, she was an OSINT Language Analyst at CACI International Inc from 2016 to 2017, and a Linguist and Cultural Advisor at Northrop Grumman Corporation from 2009 to 2014. These roles involved providing language support and cultural insights in various operational contexts.
Education and Expertise
Arta Vinca has a strong educational background in linguistics and language studies. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Universiteti i Prishtinës 'Hasan Prishtina' between 2002 and 2006. She then obtained a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics from South East European University from 2009 to 2011. Vinca continued her studies at the same institution, achieving a Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Linguistics from 2012 to 2017. Her education supports her subject matter expertise in West Balkan culture and languages.
Contributions to Training and Development
Throughout her career, Vinca has incorporated creative technologies, including audiovisuals, into training delivery. She has developed and translated a glossary of terms to assist with language-related tasks and has documented system performance issues while recommending enhancements. Vinca also provides mentorship for newly hired trainers, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their roles.