DAVID PARENTI

• Provide personalized Italian and English language instruction to students of varying ages and proficiency levels (Italian to English speakers and English to Italian speakers).
• Develop tailored lesson plans focused on grammar, conversation, pronunciation, and cultural context.
• Offer flexible, one-on-one sessions in person and online, supporting students in academic, professional, and personal goals.
• Organized cultural events and activities related to the target language, deepening students'' understanding of linguistic nuances and cultural context.

• Manage operations and communications for a private medical office serving an international client base
• Write and edit patient education materials and practice communications
• Maintain professional, detail-oriented coordination with diverse clients and service providers
• Addressed patient concerns promptly and professionally, demonstrating empathy and excellent problem-solving skills.

Media Professional with vast experience producing international broadcast news delivers deep, engaging content, putting complex world issues in perspective; expert News Producer, Field Producer, Videographer and Video Editor with wide-ranging experience in television, live news, film, radio, digital/social media, and print; equally effective at covering breaking news packages and reporting human interest stories; produced, arranged and conducted interviews with iconic political figures, e.g., President Bill Clinton and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, as well as marquee celebrities, e.g., Robert De Niro and Kobe Bryant.

• Reviewed and edited colleagues' scripts for improved flow and voice.
• Enhanced viewer engagement by consistently developing compelling stories that resonated with the target audience.
• Fact-checked breaking news pieces before putting information on air.
• Developed innovative ways to present complex information through concise storytelling techniques that captivated audiences'' attention during broadcasts.
• Collaborated with reporters, anchors, and other team members to develop cohesive and informative news stories.
• Addressed any last-minute changes or breaking news situations calmly and efficiently, maintaining accuracy throughout broadcasts.
• Wrote informative, entertaining and interesting stories to offer gamut of coverage to Italian and American audience.
• Conducted thorough research to develop engaging story ideas for program segments.
• Implemented safety protocols during on-location shoots, minimizing potential hazards and risks to the crew.
• Identified unique stories by cultivating relationships with sources and maintaining a strong network within the industry.

• Produced Italian-language broadcasts covering U.S. and international stories for national audiences in Italy
• Interviewed and translated for major public figures, artists, and political leaders (in Italian)
• Explained current events and global issues in clear, engaging language appropriate for diverse audiences
• Mentored junior staff and collaborated on multilingual production
• Produced educational-style segments around history, politics, and Italian culture
• Implemented innovative storytelling techniques to elevate the overall visual presentation of news segments.
• Mentored junior producers and staff members, fostering professional growth within the team.

• Created bilingual content for Italian artisan brand focused on traditional paper-making
• Wrote and managed digital content in Italian and English to promote Italian culture and craft and company's franchises
• Filmed and narrated short videos showcasing Italian techniques for an international audience
• Managed social media accounts effectively, growing followers and increasing engagement rates through consistent posting and audience interaction.

• Created brand videos with narrative voiceover and visual storytelling elements
• Delivered clear messaging to diverse viewers, supporting creative interpretation of content

• Translated and subtitled Italian-language interviews for global streaming audience
• Ensured tone and meaning remained accurate across languages

• Produced backstage and runway coverage for Italian fashion designers
• Created bilingual media content and conducted short interviews in Italian

• Supported visiting Italian journalists with research, translation, and field production
• Translated interviews and documentary segments for broadcast

• Wrote player profiles, event recaps, and match reports in formal Italian
• Developed journalistic voice using professional Italian grammar and structure

• Recorded Italian-language commercial voiceovers and English narration for radio