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I am Elena Messana, a passionate podcaster, scriptwriter, and dubbing supervisor with 18 years of experience in the TV factual entertainment industry at Warner Bros. Discovery. I have expertly managed high-quality dubbing projects, combining my deep knowledge of storytelling, voice casting, audio editing, and regulatory standards to deliver engaging content. Recently, I wrote, narrated, and produced several podcasts including "Rock and the city," which explores music and recording studios across European cities, proudly shortlisted for the Italian Podcast Awards. My background also includes a strong foundation in art and music, having worked as a museum guide and music journalist. I complement my creative skills with formal training, including an Executive Master in Podcasting & Audio Storytelling. As a freelancer with my own VAT number based in Milan, I bring dedication and professionalism to all my projects, eager to leverage my multidisciplinary skills in storytelling, audio production, and content creation.…I am Elena Messana, a passionate podcaster, scriptwriter, and dubbing supervisor with 18 years of experience in the TV factual entertainment industry at Warner Bros. Discovery. I have expertly managed high-quality dubbing projects, combining my deep knowledge of storytelling, voice casting, audio editing, and regulatory standards to deliver engaging content. Recently, I wrote, narrated, and produced several podcasts including "Rock and the city," which explores music and recording studios across European cities, proudly shortlisted for the Italian Podcast Awards. My background also includes a strong foundation in art and music, having worked as a museum guide and music journalist. I complement my creative skills with formal training, including an Executive Master in Podcasting & Audio Storytelling. As a freelancer with my own VAT number based in Milan, I bring dedication and professionalism to all my projects, eager to leverage my multidisciplinary skills in storytelling, audio production, and content creation.

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I am Elena Messana, a passionate podcaster, scriptwriter, and dubbing supervisor with 18 years of experience in the TV factual entertainment industry at Warner Bros. Discovery. I have expertly managed high-quality dubbing projects, combining my deep knowledge of storytelling, voice casting, audio editing, and regulatory standards to deliver engaging content. Recently, I wrote, narrated, and produced several podcasts including "Rock and the city," which explores music and recording studios across European cities, proudly shortlisted for the Italian Podcast Awards. My background also includes a strong foundation in art and music, having worked as a museum guide and music journalist. I complement my creative skills with formal training, including an Executive Master in Podcasting & Audio Storytelling. As a freelancer with my own VAT number based in Milan, I bring dedication and professionalism to all my projects, eager to leverage my multidisciplinary skills in storytelling, audio production, and content creation.…I am Elena Messana, a passionate podcaster, scriptwriter, and dubbing supervisor with 18 years of experience in the TV factual entertainment industry at Warner Bros. Discovery. I have expertly managed high-quality dubbing projects, combining my deep knowledge of storytelling, voice casting, audio editing, and regulatory standards to deliver engaging content. Recently, I wrote, narrated, and produced several podcasts including "Rock and the city," which explores music and recording studios across European cities, proudly shortlisted for the Italian Podcast Awards. My background also includes a strong foundation in art and music, having worked as a museum guide and music journalist. I complement my creative skills with formal training, including an Executive Master in Podcasting & Audio Storytelling. As a freelancer with my own VAT number based in Milan, I bring dedication and professionalism to all my projects, eager to leverage my multidisciplinary skills in storytelling, audio production, and content creation.

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I am Elena Messana, a passionate podcaster, scriptwriter, and dubbing supervisor with 18 years of experience in the TV factual entertainment industry at Warner Bros. Discovery. I have expertly managed high-quality dubbing projects, combining my deep knowledge of storytelling, voice casting, audio editing, and regulatory standards to deliver engaging content. Recently, I wrote, narrated, and produced several podcasts including “Rock and the city,” which explores music and recording studios across European cities, proudly shortlisted for the Italian Podcast Awards.

My background also includes a strong foundation in art and music, having worked as a museum guide and music journalist. I complement my creative skills with formal training, including an Executive Master in Podcasting & Audio Storytelling. As a freelancer with my own VAT number based in Milan, I bring dedication and professionalism to all my projects, eager to leverage my multidisciplinary skills in storytelling, audio production, and content creation.

Skills

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Language

Italian

Fluent

English

Fluent

French

Intermediate

Work Experience

Podcaster, author and producer at Freelance

July 1, 2023 - Present

Wrote, narrated, sonorized, and supervised multiple podcasts including "Rock and the city" about music and European cities, supported by Goethe Institut and Spotify. Managed promotional strategies on social media and worked with notable partners like Berlin Kombinat Tours and Corriere della Sera. Produced podcasts for training and internal communication for clients such as Mediobanca and Europ Assistance.

Languaging Senior Executive at Warner Bros. Discovery Italia

June 30, 2023 - September 1, 2025

Evaluated and managed dubbing and subtitling projects across various genres for Discovery's portfolio. Liaised with vendors and departments to ensure timely, budget-compliant, and editorially sound deliveries. Successfully led large-scale dubbing projects including Shark Week, Deadliest Catch, Gold Rush and Drag Race UK S.2, while optimizing costs and workflow efficiency. Collaborated with brand and creative teams on promo campaigns and original Italian productions for Dmax.

Documentaries Italian supervisor at Cinehollywood srl, Milano

June 30, 2005 - September 1, 2025

Supervised translation and adaptation of documentaries about art, history, science, and sports from English and French into Italian. Managed assessment reports and coordinated post-production planning.

Research Fellow at Centre for Research into Communication and Media, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milano

December 31, 2001 - September 1, 2025

Conducted research in communication and media studies.

Museum technical assistant at Pinacoteca di Brera, Milano

July 31, 2001 - September 1, 2025

Worked as a technical assistant in this Milan-based art museum.