Eugenio Cirmi

Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
French
Beginner
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Press, Content & Communication Officer at Vincent Van Duysen Architects
May 1, 2020 - Present
Lead press, content and communications for the studio and associated brands; coordinates integrated agencies; develops editorial formats and branded content; remote work with partial travel.
Freelance Editor, Writer & Content Strategist at Self-employed / Freelance
March 1, 2017 - Present
Wrote and edited English content for luxury design brands; implemented editorial plans and content strategies; clients include Sportmax, Flos, B&B Italia, Molteni&C, Jaguar Land Rover Group, Zara Home, Amway, MUCA (Munich), Oris Watches, Belite Ceramics, and more.
Senior Freelance Editor at Carl Hansen & Søn
May 1, 2020 - October 21, 2025
Wrote English content for all channels (online/offline); implemented editorial plan & strategy with marketing team; edited features and campaigns’ master copy.
Managing Editor – Digital Content & Offline Marketing at Walter Knoll AG & Co. KG
July 1, 2019 - October 21, 2025
Implemented editorial plan and content strategy; launched yearly company magazine; edited features and campaigns’ master copy; managed digital (website, social media, blog) and offline marketing copy; developed internal communications processes; supervised workflow and resources; provided editorial quality control and ensured tone of voice consistency across channels.
Freelance Editor at International New York Times
May 1, 2017 - October 21, 2025
Wrote luxury (jewelry, watches, métiers d’art), media, design, lifestyle and travel features.
Freelance Editor at c3 Creative Code and Content GmbH
June 1, 2018 - October 21, 2025
Wrote interior design, furniture, fashion, lifestyle, and fitness articles and content for both online and offline magazine in English.
Senior Editor – Content Lead at Zalando SE
December 1, 2016 - October 21, 2025
Edited and proofread features and campaigns’ master copy; assisted team workflow and resource allocation; implemented new editorial formats/strategies and branded content; liaised with clients and stakeholders; coordinated image and tech departments during campaigns.
Senior Editor - Digital, New Media, Web Specialist at Elle Decor – Hearst Magazines
April 1, 2015 - October 21, 2025
Reported from international industry events; conceived daily stories for website, print magazine and social media; positioned Elle Decor Italy at industry focus; tracked traffic and analytics; recommended efficiency improvements; oversaw CMS; developed campaigns and seasonal plans; created apps, brochures and ad guides.
Editor at Beat Magazine, Match Magazine & Newsic.it
March 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025
Oversaw the editorial process from ideas to publication; copy-editing, fact-checking and research; interviewed artists; updated the web portal and Myspace; developed marketing plans.
Assistant Copy Editor – Intern at American Express Publishing, Travel + Leisure
June 1, 2005 - October 21, 2025
Completed writing assignments; fact checking, research, and administrative tasks; liaised with freelance writers; gathered maps data for features; responded to reader queries.
Music/Entertainment Critic at The Recorder
May 1, 2004 - October 21, 2025
Wrote weekly articles; researched topics; edited stories; interviewed artists.
Freelance Social Media & Content Editor at Emerisque Group / Industries Sportswear Company
October 1, 2015 - October 21, 2025
Managed website and social media for Marina Yachting, Henry Cotton’s, MCS (ex Marlboro Classics).
Freelance Content Specialist at Metatron Group
March 1, 2010 - October 21, 2025
Developed content and digital communication strategies to promote Music Italy Show; managed official website and social media.
Freelance Copy Editor – Translator at AtCasa.it – Corriere della Sera – Gruppo RCS
November 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025
Wrote for architecture, design & contemporary art; edited contributions from freelance writers; translated interviews from EN to IT; curated Made at Home show at Spazio Rossana Orlandi (Milan Design Week 2009).
Freelance Editor at GQ Italy
December 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025
Wrote features for architecture, design, art & literature.
Freelance Editor – Editorial Consultant at Pig Magazine
October 1, 2008 - October 21, 2025
Redesigned & wrote assignments for various sections; interviewed artists.
Marketing & Promotion Assistant at Best Sound (SonyBMG)
February 1, 2007 - October 21, 2025
Worked on marketing and communication strategies to promote artists; managed media relations and touring; updated websites and social media.
Trainer/Info Desk at Fitness/Wellness Center, New Britain
May 1, 2004 - October 21, 2025
Trainer and information desk support.
Sales Assistant/Cashier at Barnes & Noble
February 1, 2003 - October 21, 2025
Retail sales and customer service.
Secretary at Linguistics Resource Center @ CCSU Library
December 1, 2000 - October 21, 2025
Administrative support and linguistics resources liaison.
Press, Content & Communication Officer at Vincent Van Duysen Architects
May 1, 2020 - Present
Responsible for press relations, content creation and communications for the architecture practice; supported integrated agencies and various brands; remote with partial travel.
Freelance Editor, Writer & Content Strategist at Freelance/Various clients
March 1, 2017 - Present
Wrote English content and copy for luxury brands; implemented editorial plans and strategies; edited features and campaigns; built branded content. Clients included Sportmax, Flos, B&B Italia, Molteni&C, Jaguar Land Rover Group, Zara Home and more.
Senior Freelance Editor at Carl Hansen & Søn
May 1, 2020 - October 21, 2025
Wrote English content for all channels; implemented editorial plan & strategy with Marketing team; edited/proofread features and master copy for campaigns.
Managing Editor – Digital Content & Offline Marketing at Walter Knoll AG & Co. KG
July 1, 2019 - October 21, 2025
Implemented editorial plan & content strategy; launched a yearly company magazine; edited features and campaigns; managed digital content (website, social, blog) and offline marketing copy; developed internal communication processes; supervised workflow and ensured tone of voice and consistency across channels.
Freelance Editor at International New York Times
May 1, 2017 - October 21, 2025
Wrote luxury features across jewelry, watches, métiers d’art, media, design, lifestyle and travel.
Freelance Editor at c3 Creative Code and Content GmbH
June 1, 2018 - October 21, 2025
Wrote interior design, furniture, fashion, lifestyle, and fitness articles for online and offline magazines in English.
Senior Editor – Content Lead at Zalando SE
December 1, 2016 - October 21, 2025
Edited and proofread features and campaigns’ master copy; managed workflow; implemented new editorial formats/strategies and branded content; liaised with clients and stakeholders; coordinated image and tech departments during campaigns.
Senior Editor - Digital, New Media, Web Specialist at Elle Decor – Hearst Magazines
April 1, 2015 - October 21, 2025
Reported from international industry events; conceived daily stories for website, print magazine and social media; tracked traffic and provided analytics; oversaw CMS team; developed campaigns (SEO/SEM) and apps; curated content.
Editor at Beat Magazine, Match Magazine & Newsic.it
March 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025
Oversaw the editorial process from ideation to publication; edited, fact-checked and researched; interviewed artists; developed marketing plans to promote the publication.
Assistant Copy Editor – Intern at American Express Publishing, Travel + Leisure
June 1, 2005 - October 21, 2025
Completed writing assignments; fact-checked, researched and assisted editorial staff; gathered information for maps; responded to reader queries.
Music/Entertainment Critic at The Recorder
May 1, 2004 - October 21, 2025
Wrote weekly articles; researched topics; edited stories; interviewed artists.
Freelance Social Media & Content Editor at Emerisque Group / Industries Sportswear Company
October 1, 2015 - October 21, 2025
Managed website and social media for Marina Yachting, Henry Cotton’s, MCS (ex Marlboro Classics).
Freelance Content Specialist at Metatron Group
March 1, 2010 - October 21, 2025
Developed content and digital communication strategies to promote Music Italy Show; managed official site and social media team.
Freelance Copy Editor – Translator at AtCasa.it – Corriere della Sera – Gruppo RCS
November 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025
Wrote for architecture, design and contemporary art sections; edited contributions; translated interviews; curated the Made at Home show at Milan Design Week 2009.
Freelance Editor at GQ Italy
December 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025
Wrote features for architecture, design, art & literature.
Freelance Editor – Editorial Consultant at Pig Magazine
October 1, 2008 - October 21, 2025
Redesigned & wrote assignments for various sections; interviewed artists.
Marketing & Promotion Assistant at Best Sound (SonyBMG)
February 1, 2007 - October 21, 2025
Worked on marketing and communication strategies to promote artists; handled media relations and viral marketing; updated websites, blogs and social media.
Trainer/Info Desk at Fitness/Wellness Center, New Britain (CT)
May 1, 2004 - October 21, 2025
Provided fitness support and information desk services.
Sales Assistant/Cashier at Barnes & Noble, New Britain (CT)
February 1, 2003 - October 21, 2025
Retail sales and customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Communication (Public Relations – Mass Media) at Central Connecticut State University
January 1, 2000 - May 1, 2004
Master of Arts in Management & Communication in the Discographic Industry at European Institute of Design
April 1, 2006 - July 1, 2006
Bachelor of Arts degree: Journalism & Communication (Public Relations – Mass Media) at Central Connecticut State University
January 1, 2000 - May 1, 2004
Master of Arts: Management & Communication in the Discographic Industry at European Institute of Design
April 1, 2006 - July 1, 2006

Qualifications

Member of the International Federation of Journalists – IFJ
March 1, 2013 - October 21, 2025
"Beauty 2.0, Social Media Marketing" certificate
June 1, 2012 - October 21, 2025
Member of the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ)
March 1, 2013 - October 21, 2025
Beauty 2.0, Social Media Marketing
June 1, 2012 - October 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Travel & Hospitality