I combine narrative thinking, visual skills, and strategic insight to create effective content strategies across digital platforms. With a master’s degree in Science and Health Communication, I specialize in turning complex information into clear, reliable content. My background in film production and editing enhances my ability to craft engaging written and visual stories, especially in video. I am certified in UX design and am furthering my expertise through advanced programs in brand management, digital marketing, and learning design. I enjoy working with creativity and structure to plan meaningful content that connects with audiences and supports their understanding.

Gianni Forteleoni

I combine narrative thinking, visual skills, and strategic insight to create effective content strategies across digital platforms. With a master’s degree in Science and Health Communication, I specialize in turning complex information into clear, reliable content. My background in film production and editing enhances my ability to craft engaging written and visual stories, especially in video. I am certified in UX design and am furthering my expertise through advanced programs in brand management, digital marketing, and learning design. I enjoy working with creativity and structure to plan meaningful content that connects with audiences and supports their understanding.

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I combine narrative thinking, visual skills, and strategic insight to create effective content strategies across digital platforms. With a master’s degree in Science and Health Communication, I specialize in turning complex information into clear, reliable content. My background in film production and editing enhances my ability to craft engaging written and visual stories, especially in video.

I am certified in UX design and am furthering my expertise through advanced programs in brand management, digital marketing, and learning design. I enjoy working with creativity and structure to plan meaningful content that connects with audiences and supports their understanding.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Science Communication Designer at Materia Films, Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Milano
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Created editorial and multimedia content for science communication and public engagement initiatives. Collaborated with leading research institutions including Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) to develop narrative formats that translate complex scientific topics into accessible and compelling content. Designed outreach strategies and curatorial concepts for informal science education including EU-funded programs targeting adult audiences. Produced video content, treatments, and scripts for cultural and scientific organizations, combining research, creativity, and clarity.
Head of Content at VIVEN | Film & Service Production
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
Contributed to the delivery of over 30 cross-media campaigns for clients, enhancing brand coherence and audience engagement. Led content development for branding and communication projects, structured multichannel storytelling strategies across video, digital platforms, pitch decks, and editorial formats. Managed content teams ensuring narrative alignment and tone consistency. Collaborated with stakeholders and marketing teams to optimize messaging across communication funnels. Defined brand voice and storytelling guidelines for institutional and international clients.
Senior Author and Editor - part time at Filmgerberei GmbH
January 1, 2020 - June 17, 2024
Developed narrative architecture and storytelling coherence for documentary film, television, and branded content. Collaborated with directors, producers, and creative teams to align message, form, and impact across cinematic, editorial, and advertising media. Brought high-level technical understanding of production workflows ensuring narrative decisions are feasible, scalable, and aligned with delivery standards.
Science Communication Designer at Materia Films, Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Milano
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Created editorial and multimedia content for science communication and public engagement initiatives. Collaborated with leading research institutions including the SNSF on developing narrative formats to translate complex scientific topics into accessible and compelling content. Designed outreach strategies and curatorial concepts for informal science education including EU-funded programs targeting adult audiences. Produced video content, treatments, and scripts for cultural and scientific organizations combining research, creativity, and clarity.
Head of Content at VIVEN | Film & Service Production
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
Contributed to successful delivery of over 30 cross-media campaigns, enhancing brand coherence and audience engagement across key channels. Led content development for branding and communication projects. Structured multichannel storytelling strategies across video, digital platforms, pitch decks, and editorial formats. Managed content teams including writers, directors, producers, editors, and designers, ensuring narrative alignment and tone consistency. Collaborated with stakeholders and marketing teams to optimize messaging across the communication funnel. Defined brand voice and storytelling guidelines for institutional and international clients.
Senior Author and Editor - part time at Filmgerberei GmbH
January 1, 2020 - June 14, 2024
Developed narrative architecture and storytelling coherence for documentary film, television, and branded content projects. Collaborated with directors, producers, and creative teams to align message, form, and impact across cinematic, editorial, and advertising media. Applied high-level technical understanding of production workflows to ensure narrative decisions were feasible, scalable, and aligned with delivery standards.

Education

Master’s Degree at Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele (Milan)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Master of Arts at National Film School, Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia (Rome)
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Arts at University of Bologna
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Professional Diploma in UX Design
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Project Management Professional Certificate
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
UX writing, short course
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Content Marketing Certification
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Professional Diploma in UX Design
January 11, 2030 - July 7, 2025
Project Management Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 7, 2025
UX writing, short course
January 11, 2030 - July 7, 2025
Content Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - July 7, 2025
Ordinary Member, SAJS - Association Suisse de Journalisme Scientifique
January 11, 2030 - July 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Life Sciences