Cultural manager and communication specialist with international experience in publishing, education, and creative industries. Skilled in project coordination, editorial strategy, and cross-cultural communication. Proven ability to design and manage creative programs bridging art, literature, and digital innovation. Experienced in public engagement, partnership building, and leading collaborative initiatives between academia, cultural institutions, and the wider community.

Valentina

Cultural manager and communication specialist with international experience in publishing, education, and creative industries. Skilled in project coordination, editorial strategy, and cross-cultural communication. Proven ability to design and manage creative programs bridging art, literature, and digital innovation. Experienced in public engagement, partnership building, and leading collaborative initiatives between academia, cultural institutions, and the wider community.

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Cultural manager and communication specialist with international experience in publishing, education, and creative industries. Skilled in project coordination, editorial strategy, and cross-cultural communication. Proven ability to design and manage creative programs bridging art, literature, and digital innovation. Experienced in public engagement, partnership building, and leading collaborative initiatives between academia, cultural institutions, and the wider community.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Adjunct Professor at University of Padua
January 1, 2026 - October 10, 2025
Developed and taught communication-focused courses with an emphasis on storytelling, audience engagement, and critical thinking. Managed seminars integrating literary studies, performance, and creative writing, improving student collaboration and project output. Coordinated activities with multiple departments to enhance cultural outreach and event organization.
Cultural Project Coordinator at University of Turin
January 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Designed and coordinated cultural and educational projects connecting students and the local community. Organized exhibitions and workshops promoting accessibility to artistic and literary heritage (e.g., 'Miti di fondazione', 2024). Led partnerships with institutions such as Fondazione Merz and Circolo dei Lettori to deliver high-impact cultural programs. Curated and moderated public events, talks, and reading groups on contemporary culture and creative communication.
Editorial and Communication Consultant at Various Collaborations
January 1, 2020 - Present
Member of editorial board of CoSMo: Comparative Studies in Modernism, responsible for content curation, peer review, and publication strategy. Produced high-quality written and visual content for institutional and digital platforms. Advised cultural organizations on project communication, storytelling, and digital engagement.
Social Media Manager at Culture e Letterature Comparate di Torino
September 1, 2022 - Present
Managed the connected social media presence, coordinating content and outreach efforts.
Coordinator, Book Club at Fondazione Merz
June 30, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Coordinated a book club dedicated to topics connected to the Fondazione Merz exhibitions.
Adjunct Professor at University of Padua
January 1, 2026 - October 10, 2025
Developed and taught communication-focused courses with an emphasis on storytelling, audience engagement, and critical thinking; managed seminars integrating literary studies, performance, and creative writing; coordinated activities with multiple departments to enhance cultural outreach and event organization.
Content and Creative Coordinator at Culture e Letterature Comparate di Torino / Culture e Letterature Comparate blog
September 1, 2022 - Present
Chief Editor of the student blog on comparative cultures and literatures; Social Media Manager for connected social media (Sept 2022 - ongoing); Content Coordinator for Dynamis (association promoting culture, Bellonci Foundation); Podcast Writer for the official Podcast of the European Strega Literary Prize; Coordinator of a book club for Fondazione Merz (Apr–Jun 2024).
Cultural Project Coordinator at University of Turin
January 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Designed and coordinated cultural and educational projects connecting students and local community; Organized exhibitions and workshops promoting accessibility to artistic and literary heritage (e.g., 'Miti di fondazione', 2024); Led partnerships with Fondazione Merz and Circolo dei Lettori to deliver high-impact cultural programs; Curated and moderated public events, talks, and reading groups on contemporary culture and creative communication.
Editorial and Communication Consultant at Various Collaborations
January 1, 2020 - Present
Member of editorial board of CoSMo: Comparative Studies in Modernism; responsible for content curation, peer review, and publication strategy; produced high-quality written and visual content for institutional and digital platforms; advised cultural organizations on project communication, storytelling, and digital engagement.

Education

Ph.D. in Comparative Literature at University of Turin
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
M.A. in Comparative Modern Cultures at University of Turin
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
B.A. in Modern Literatures and Cultures at University of Turin
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Ph.D. in Comparative Literature at University of Turin
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
M.A. in Comparative Modern Cultures at University of Turin
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
B.A. in Modern Literatures and Cultures at University of Turin
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Best Master’s Thesis Award
January 1, 2020 - October 10, 2025
Best Master’s Thesis Award
January 1, 2020 - October 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other