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I am a journalist, writer, editor and researcher with several years’ experience in the field of education and international education.
I hold an MSc in Educational Neuroscience and I am a member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance journalist, writer, ghostwriter, editor, proofreader and researcher
August 1, 2021 - PresentFreelance journalist and editor. Feature writing for QS Insights Magazine (since 2022) on topics including sector news, admissions, education research, conference panels, technology, investigations into predatory publishing, and the threats posed by Generative AI to academic publishing. Wrote features for Study.eu and Tes. Copy editor for the International Schools Network (Apr–Dec 2022). Writer, copy editor and researcher for BONARD. Ghostwriter for a memoir with a US-based mental health professional. Conducts research and data analysis to support writing projects.
Reporter at Times Educational Supplement (Tes)
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021Sourced, researched and wrote daily news for tes.com. Areas of focus included education research, academies and free schools, international schools and international rankings (PISA, TIMSS). Conducted in-depth interviews with sector figures; wrote occasional features for the print magazine; established and maintained a network of sector contacts; managed CMS and editorial workflow.
Data editor & senior reporter at The PIE News
January 1, 2018 - October 1, 2019Sourced, researched and wrote daily news; long-form features for The PIE Review; created content for The PIE Insider; sub-edited and proofread articles; produced data-led reporting and infographics; conducted in-depth interviews; covered events worldwide; maintained CMS and built social media presence.
Head of research & chief reporter at EL Gazette
December 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017Produced news, features and interviews; created and managed the 'Research News' section; liaised with sources for fact-checking and interviews; responsible for rankings data and analysis; contributed to issue planning.
Supply Teacher at Tradewind Recruitment
January 1, 2014 - November 1, 2014Supply teacher in secondary schools in London, teaching Italian; managed classrooms and delivered lessons.
Teacher of Italian at Academy of Mary Immaculate
June 1, 2012 - December 1, 2013Teacher of Italian at a Melbourne-based academy.
Teacher of Italian for adult classes at Centre for Adult Education
November 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013Teacher of Italian for adult classes.
Examiner and Assessor for Italian examinations at Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority
October 1, 2012 - November 1, 2013Examiner and Assessor for Italian oral and written Certificate of Education examinations.
Teacher of Italian and Performing Arts at Grovedale College
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012Teacher of Italian and Performing Arts.
Teacher of Italian for children and adults at Centre of Italian Studies
March 1, 2010 - November 1, 2010Teacher of Italian for children and adults.
Assistant Teacher of Italian at Co.As.It. (Italian government scholarship programme) / Academy of Mary Immaculate
April 1, 2009 - December 1, 2009Assistant Teacher of Italian under the Italian government scholarship programme.
Education
MSc Educational Neuroscience at Birkbeck, University of London / University College London (joint degree)
April 1, 2021 - January 7, 2026Graduate Diploma of Education at Australian Catholic University, Melbourne
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2010BA Media & Communication at Università di Genova, Italy
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2006Scriptwriting Certificate at Scuola d’Arte Cinematografica, Genoa, Italy
June 1, 2007 - January 7, 2026High School Certificate at Liceo linguistico Grazia Deledda, Genoa, Italy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other
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