Hi, I'm Michael Ianovitskii, a creative media professional with over 20 years of experience working in TV, film, publishing, and digital media. I specialize in content creation, copywriting, and screenwriting, blending a strong academic background with hands-on expertise. I enjoy crafting compelling stories and collaborating across teams to bring ideas to life. My work spans various genres and sectors, with a passion for sustainability and scientific projects. I’m always eager to engage audiences through engaging narratives and effective media strategies, helping brands and organizations connect with their communities.

Michael Ianovitskii

Hi, I'm Michael Ianovitskii, a creative media professional with over 20 years of experience working in TV, film, publishing, and digital media. I specialize in content creation, copywriting, and screenwriting, blending a strong academic background with hands-on expertise. I enjoy crafting compelling stories and collaborating across teams to bring ideas to life. My work spans various genres and sectors, with a passion for sustainability and scientific projects. I’m always eager to engage audiences through engaging narratives and effective media strategies, helping brands and organizations connect with their communities.

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Hi, I’m Michael Ianovitskii, a creative media professional with over 20 years of experience working in TV, film, publishing, and digital media. I specialize in content creation, copywriting, and screenwriting, blending a strong academic background with hands-on expertise. I enjoy crafting compelling stories and collaborating across teams to bring ideas to life.

My work spans various genres and sectors, with a passion for sustainability and scientific projects. I’m always eager to engage audiences through engaging narratives and effective media strategies, helping brands and organizations connect with their communities.

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Polish
Intermediate
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Independent Media Consultant / Researcher / Creative Writer
January 1, 2020 - Present
Creative content development, data analysis, and fact-checking for diverse platforms. Research, script writing, and localization for scientific, cultural, and sustainability projects. Russian language consultant for Beeld & Geluid and media analyst for Commons Network. Creative producer for 'Science. The territory of heroes' – youth-focused content strategy. Content contributor and editor for Plus-one.ru focusing on sustainability and science media.
Senior Feature Editor, Scriptwriter & Analyst at NTV Broadcasting Company
July 31, 2019 - July 20, 2025
Developed and supervised diverse content genres including documentary, fiction, and entertainment. Led content strategy, editing, subtitling, and legal clearance. Managed archive operations and audience data interpretation. Created storylines aligned with age ratings and localization needs.

Education

MA at University of Groningen, Netherlands
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
MA at Lomonosov Moscow State University, Russia
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1999
BA at Lomonosov Moscow State University, Russia
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1995

Qualifications

Media & Communication Studies
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Cultural Studies
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997

Industry Experience

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