Lucia Russo

Available to hire

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Receptionist at Surf & Skate Film Festival (organized by Vans)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Provided front desk support, assisted attendees, and supported festival operations in Milan.
Volunteer at Umsonst und Draussen – German Music Festival (Stuttgart)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Supported event logistics, stage setup, and crowd coordination for a major music festival.
Event Organizer / Student Outreach at University Admissions Outreach Programs
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Organized workshops, orientation fairs, and events to engage prospective students and support admissions activities.
Digital Learning Assistant at University Outreach / IE Milano / UCP
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Supported digital e-learning initiatives and organized networking events and projects for current and prospective students.
Marketing & Admissions at Istituto Europeo di Design (IED)
October 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Managed marketing and admissions initiatives for IED Milan, coordinating recruitment events, information sessions, campus visits, and communications. Supported development of outreach materials and prospective student engagement.
Inclusion & Plurality - Content Specialist at Istituto Europeo di Design (IED)
October 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Developed accessible study materials for students with special learning needs (DSA/BES); created conceptual maps, exam guides and simplified presentations; translated complex content for graduate and undergraduate audiences; contributed to inclusive communications.
General Services & Student Engagement at Istituto Europeo di Design (IED)
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Supported on-site organization of events and student activities; assisted in recruitment events, workshops and orientation fairs; managed logistics and coordinated communications; produced presentations and visual materials for prospective and current students.
Event Staff at Vans Off the Wall (Surf & Skate Festival)
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Welcomed guests and supported on-site activities during the Surf and Skate Film Festival organized by Vans; assisted with event logistics and communications; contributed to recruitment events, workshops and orientation fairs.
Event Staff at Umsonst & Draussen Festival
July 1, 2022 - Present
Supported setup and on-site organization of the international music festival Umsonst & Draussen; assisted logistics and coordination.

Education

Master’s degree in Communication & Digital Transformation at Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP)
January 1, 2025 - February 26, 2026
Bachelor’s degree in Communication Design with Minor in Communication Management at IED Milano
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Erasmus exchange semester in Communication Design at University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) – Berlin
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026
BA in Communication Design at Instituto Europeo di Design (IED) Milano
October 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Erasmus Semester - BA in Communication Design at University of Europe for Applied Sciences, Berlin
January 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
MSc in Communication and Digital Transformation at Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP)
September 1, 2025 - March 18, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services