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I am passionate about digital communication and storytelling, and I have gained two and a half years’ experience in the sector while studying. I had the opportunity to oversee the online growth of a start-up, growing its community from 10,000 to 172,000 followers through content creation and social media management. My aim is to build authentic and engaged communities, starting with stories that create value. I also spent six months in the UK to improve my English, an experience that enriched me both personally and professionally before I started university.…I am passionate about digital communication and storytelling, and I have gained two and a half years’ experience in the sector while studying. I had the opportunity to oversee the online growth of a start-up, growing its community from 10,000 to 172,000 followers through content creation and social media management. My aim is to build authentic and engaged communities, starting with stories that create value. I also spent six months in the UK to improve my English, an experience that enriched me both personally and professionally before I started university.

Andrea Celeste Barbano

Social Media Manager, Content Creator, Graphic Designer, +5

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I am passionate about digital communication and storytelling, and I have gained two and a half years’ experience in the sector while studying. I had the opportunity to oversee the online growth of a start-up, growing its community from 10,000 to 172,000 followers through content creation and social media management. My aim is to build authentic and engaged communities, starting with stories that create value. I also spent six months in the UK to improve my English, an experience that enriched me both personally and professionally before I started university.…I am passionate about digital communication and storytelling, and I have gained two and a half years’ experience in the sector while studying. I had the opportunity to oversee the online growth of a start-up, growing its community from 10,000 to 172,000 followers through content creation and social media management. My aim is to build authentic and engaged communities, starting with stories that create value. I also spent six months in the UK to improve my English, an experience that enriched me both personally and professionally before I started university.

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I am passionate about digital communication and storytelling, and I have gained two and a half years’ experience in the sector while studying. I had the opportunity to oversee the online growth of a start-up, growing its community from 10,000 to 172,000 followers through content creation and social media management. My aim is to build authentic and engaged communities, starting with stories that create value.

I also spent six months in the UK to improve my English, an experience that enriched me both personally and professionally before I started university.

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Spanish; Castilian

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Work Experience

Social Media Manager & Content Creator at Thesis 4u

January 1, 2023 - Present

Designed, created, and managed digital content aimed at university students, overseeing multi-channel communication strategies and increasing community engagement. Developed strong customer relations skills, attention to detail, and visual sensitivity. Managed independent projects from initial consultation to final result.

Makeup Artist

December 31, 2019 - August 22, 2025

Freelance Graphic Designer

December 31, 2019 - August 22, 2025

Created graphics for venues in Savona, including corporate identity and printing materials. Handled customer relation management and problem solving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Waitress

December 31, 2020 - August 22, 2025

Developed excellent communication and stress management skills working in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.

Truccatrice freelance

January 1, 2019 - October 2, 2025

Truccatrice freelance (2019).

Grafica freelance

January 1, 2019 - October 2, 2025

Grafica freelance (2019).

Cameriera

January 1, 2020 - October 2, 2025

Cameriera (2020).

Social Media Manager & Content Creator at Thesis 4u

January 1, 2025 - October 2, 2025

Ideato, realizzato e gestito contenuti digitali rivolti al target universitario, curando strategie di comunicazione multicanale e aumentando l'engagement della community. Sviluppate forti competenze nella relazione con il cliente, attenzione al dettaglio e sensibilità visiva. Gestione autonoma di progetti, dalla consulenza iniziale al risultato finale.

Social Media Manager & Content Creator at Thesis 4u

January 1, 2025 - October 2, 2025

Ideato, realizzato e gestito contenuti digitali rivolti al target universitario, curando strategie di comunicazione multicanale e aumentando l'engagement della community.

Truccatrice freelance at Freelance

December 31, 2019 - October 2, 2025

Truccatrice freelance.

Grafica freelance at Freelance

December 31, 2019 - October 2, 2025

Grafica freelance: immagine coordinata e stampa dei materiali.

Cameriera at Savona (venti locali/notte) / settore HoReCa

December 31, 2020 - October 2, 2025

Cameriera in ambienti dinamici e ad alto ritmo, con attenzione al dettaglio e gestione dello stress.

Social Media Manager, Content Creator & Copywriter at Self-employed / Freelance

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023

Designed, created and managed digital content for university students, implementing multi-channel communication strategies and increasing community engagement. Managed main social channels, created stories, analyzed metrics, and oversaw editorial planning for organic and paid campaigns; monitored and optimized product launches in real time and moderated the community.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-employed

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Designed graphics for local venues in Savona, including corporate identity and printed materials; created wedding makeup and on-set makeup artistry for a Savona photography studio; listened to client needs and delivered creative solutions.

Makeup Artist at Self-employed / Savona Studio

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020

Bride makeup and makeup for photoshoots for clients of a Savona photography studio; provided on-set makeup services and creative makeup solutions.

Makeup Artist at Photography Studio

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Working directly with clients in a photography studio, I developed strong listening skills and a keen eye for aesthetic detail: skills that I now apply to the visual presentation of the content I create.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-employed / Freelance

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

I have worked alongside local businesses in my city to develop their visual identity, from corporate branding to printed materials. This work has taught me to listen to the client and translate their vision into something instantly recognisable.

Creative Director at The Sis 4 U

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

For two and a half years, I served as Creative Director, building and nurturing a community of university students and developing a multi-channel communication strategy that established the brand as a benchmark in its sector. I learnt that content tailored to the right people at the right time really does make all the difference.

Social Media Manager at Futura Study

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026

I managed a company’s social media communications during product launches, coordinating organic content and paid campaigns in real time. I looked after the community with care and attention, turning comments and messages into moments of genuine connection with the brand.

Creative Director at This Is 4 U

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Per due anni e mezzo ho ricoperto il ruolo di Creative Director, costruendo e nutrendo una community di studenti universitari e sviluppando una strategia di comunicazione multi-canale che ha reso il brand un punto di riferimento nel suo settore. Ho imparato che contenuti pensati per le persone giuste, al momento giusto, fanno davvero la differenza.

Make Up Artist

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Lavorando a contatto diretto con le clienti in uno studio fotografico, ho sviluppato una forte capacità di ascolto e un occhio attento per i dettagli estetici: competenze che oggi porto nella cura visiva dei contenuti che creo.