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Eleonora Magnanelli

Queens,NY

Summary

Seasoned Producer and Journalist with over 6 years of experience covering significant U.S. political events, including the 2020 and 2024 elections. Expertise in sourcing impactful interviews, coordinating multi-state productions, and managing live broadcast logistics. Collaborated with top journalists on prime-time documentaries and investigative reports. Bilingual in English and Italian; authorized to work in the U.S.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Contributing Writer

La Repubblica
03.2015 - 03.2019
  • Contributed as a writer, crafting and editing articles on human interest stories, current events, fashion, and cultural events to engage diverse audiences. Pitched story ideas for publication in both the outlet's print and digital editions, creating engaging, well-researched content aligned with editorial standards.
  • Conducted in-depth research to support article development on cultural topics.
  • Collaborated with editorial team to refine content and ensure alignment with publication standards.
  • Developed engaging narratives that captured audience interest and adhered to brand voice.

Producer

RAI, Italian National Broadcasting Company
New York City, NY, US
03.2019 - Current

Producer for the US Correspondence Bureau in New York City led by journalist Marco Valerio Lo Prete

  • Covered both the 2020 and 2024 election.
  • Sourced interview subjects for stories or features (5 a week), conducted data searches, and supported live segments.
  • Supported journalists by promptly capturing live shots, interviews, and b-roll footage throughout New York City.
  • Facilitated daily planning of trips and live activities, ensuring reporters received essential information and sourcing for live segments.
  • Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Developed and managed production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of broadcasting content.
  • Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.

Producer and fixer for prime time tv shows, documentaries and news broadcast serving the Rome Bureau in the US

  • Collaborated with journalists Lorenzo Grighi and Teresa Paoli in 2025 on two feature productions for the prime time show Presa Diretta, watched by an average of 900,000–950,000 viewers per episode.
  • Supported Lorenzo Grighi on a report covering the American democratic left and Zohran Mamdani's mayoral victory in New York City, coordinating travel and production across New York City, Washington D.C., and Minnesota.
  • Supported Teresa Paoli on a report exploring the space economy and the new space race, including coverage of Elon Musk's ventures, filming between Florida and New York City.
  • Traveled alongside tv journalist Francesca Elisei Romana across Pennsylvania, Michigan, Georgia, and Washington D.C. during the 2024 election cycle, assisting with live shots, interviews, and b-roll.
  • Planned production schedules, coordinated filming logistics, and secured necessary permits for a prime-time documentary aired in Italy in 2022 with renowned journalist Corrado Augias, and for a prime-time investigative TV show with journalist Sabrina Giannini in 2023 in Maine and South Carolina.
  • Orchestrated logistics for location shoots, ensuring compliance with regulations and on-time completion.

US Correspondent and Writer

Casentino Più
02.2017 - 02.2019
  • Worked as a U.S. foreign correspondent, developing captivating story pitches, conducting interviews, and crafting features.
  • Reported on Trump administration, analyzing international relationships and multilateral affairs to provide context and depth for audiences.
  • Conducted interviews and gathered information for news articles on local events and community issues.
  • Collaborated with editors to refine content and ensure accuracy in reporting.
  • Researched topics extensively to provide in-depth coverage of regional news stories.

Education

Master of Arts - Journalism and Editing

University of Parma
01.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Communication

University of Florence
01.2013

Skills

  • Writing and Editing
  • Research
  • Interviewing
  • Investigative Skills
  • Content Management
  • Visual Communication
  • Multimedia Proficiency
  • CMS
  • Digital Media
  • Problem-Solving
  • Creative writing
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Fact-checking proficiency

LANGUAGES

English (Professional Fluent)
Italian (Native)

Timeline

Producer

RAI, Italian National Broadcasting Company
03.2019 - Current

US Correspondent and Writer

Casentino Più
02.2017 - 02.2019

Contributing Writer

La Repubblica
03.2015 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Communication

University of Florence

Master of Arts - Journalism and Editing

University of Parma
Eleonora Magnanelli