Tech stack
Miscellaneous
Project Management
Communication and Relationship-Building Skills
Social media
SEO
CMS
Wordpress
Microsoft Dynamics 365
MS Exchange Server
Language
Native Italian
Italian
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Fluent
French
Average
Dutch
Average
Work experience
Since 2017
English Language Teacher @ GO! COOVI Secundair Onderwijs
01 September 2024 - 30 June 2025
Led and mentored 16 diverse student groups, enhancing engagement and communication skills through tailored learning plans.
Communications & Administration Officer @ EPNOE Association (KU Leuven)
01 September 2022 - 31 August 2024
Created, managed, and monitored digital content, boosting visibility and engagement.
Communications Trainee @ Orgalim – Europe's Technology Industries
01 March 2022 - 31 August 2022
Coordinated the secretariat communications activities, managing various communication tools including Orgalim’s website.
Schuman Trainee @ European Parliament, DG IPOL
01 October 2021 - 28 February 2022
Produced and edited policy-oriented content, ensuring clarity and accessibility for diverse audiences.
Italian Language Teacher for Asylum Seekers @ Formland/Sguardi Nuovi, “Villa Carolina” Reception Center
01 February 2017 - 31 January 2019
Facilitated social integration through tailored curricula and community engagement activities.
Education experience
Since 2011
Languages and Intercultural Communication in the Euromediterranean Area @ Università degli studi di Napoli L'Orientale
01 November 2016 - 01 March 2019
Completed a Master’s Degree with high honors.
Publishing and Communication @ Agenzia Letteraria Herzog
01 February 2017 - 01 June 2017
Participated in a training course focused on publishing and communication.
Languages, Literatures, and Cultures of Europe and Americas @ Università degli studi di Napoli L'Orientale
01 October 2011 - 01 January 2016
Earned a Bachelor’s Degree in languages and cultures.
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