I am Mirella Sidro, a freelance historical researcher and narrative writer with an academic background in Egyptology, Coptology, and the history of medicine. I combine source-based historical research with journalistic storytelling to illuminate the past and how it informs our future. I translate complex academic knowledge into clear, engaging narratives for documentaries, games, and cultural formats. My work focuses on antiquity, medical and scientific knowledge, ethical thought, and long-term cultural continuities, with an emphasis on sustainability, mobility, and technological transformation as historical and cultural contexts.

Mirella Sidro

I am Mirella Sidro, a freelance historical researcher and narrative writer with an academic background in Egyptology, Coptology, and the history of medicine. I combine source-based historical research with journalistic storytelling to illuminate the past and how it informs our future. I translate complex academic knowledge into clear, engaging narratives for documentaries, games, and cultural formats. My work focuses on antiquity, medical and scientific knowledge, ethical thought, and long-term cultural continuities, with an emphasis on sustainability, mobility, and technological transformation as historical and cultural contexts.

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I am Mirella Sidro, a freelance historical researcher and narrative writer with an academic background in Egyptology, Coptology, and the history of medicine. I combine source-based historical research with journalistic storytelling to illuminate the past and how it informs our future.

I translate complex academic knowledge into clear, engaging narratives for documentaries, games, and cultural formats. My work focuses on antiquity, medical and scientific knowledge, ethical thought, and long-term cultural continuities, with an emphasis on sustainability, mobility, and technological transformation as historical and cultural contexts.

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Language

German
Fluent
Bosnian
Advanced
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Arabic
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Journalist, Researcher & Author
January 1, 2010 - Present
Researching and writing long-form features, essays, interviews, and narrative formats; Conducting in-depth, source-based historical and cultural research; Developing story concepts, background dossiers, and narrative frameworks; Translating academic research into accessible storytelling for diverse audiences; Thematic focus on history, culture, technology, sustainability, and mobility.
Freelance Photo Editor & Creative Consultant
January 1, 2002 - Present
Collaboration with international photographers, filmmakers, editors, and production teams; Development of visual storytelling concepts and editorial formats; Coordination of international productions and research-driven projects.

Education

Magister Artium (M.A.) at Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Diploma at Berlin School of Journalism
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Arabic Language Studies at Arabia Experience Institute, Muscat
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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