Filippo Ferretti
Tampa,FL
Summary
Trilingual professional with extensive experience in legal documentation and media ethics at Univision Communications. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex projects and conducting thorough research to ensure compliance with broadcasting regulations. Recognized for strong communication skills and deep understanding of the Hispanic media landscape, enhancing news reporting and legal support. Proficient in analyzing evidence related to misconduct and collaborating with HR and legal teams to implement accountability solutions.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
News Anchor and Reporter
Univision Communications, Inc.
01.2016 - Current
- Managed documentation for litigation, discovery, and settlements for a team of 15 attorneys before releasing the news.
- Provide comprehensive legal support to Univision's legal team, managing documentation for broadcasting rights, talent contracts, and intellectual property issues.
- Conduct independent research on media law precedents and regulatory changes, preparing detailed reports for senior management.
- Anchored live news segments covering breaking stories and community events.
- Oversaw legislative and regulatory tracking, distributing findings to legal and business teams.
Operations Legal Specialist
MTV Networks
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Executed, reviewed, and processed legal documentation for various media transactions and partnerships.
- Maintained detailed records and prepared legal reports, adhering to strict broadcast deadlines.
- Conducted administrative legal work, including the processing of talent contracts and licensing agreements.
- Collaborated with legal peers to complete assigned tasks, including investigations and research on media ethics.
Compliance Ethics Officer
MEDIASET
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Investigated HR-related concerns involving discrimination, harassment, and retaliation through various channels.
- Utilized severity assessment process to evaluate seriousness of issues per Global Disciplinary Review policy.
- Drafted final warning documents as necessary based on investigation outcomes.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders, including Compliance, Security, and Investigative Services, during employee misconduct investigations.
Court Judicial Assistant
Tribunale Di Empoli
Italy, FLORENCE
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Prepared legal documents and ensured compliance with court procedures.
- Assisted judges with research and provided relevant case law summaries.
- Communicated with attorneys, clients, and witnesses regarding court proceedings.
Education
MBA - Journalism, Broadcast
IULM UNIVERSITY
MILAN, ITALY01.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
UNIVERSITY OF FLORENCE
ITALY07.2002
Skills
- Trilingual proficiency in Italian,English and Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (CMS, SNOW, WORKDAY, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- Legal documentation
- News reporting
- Media ethics
- Problem solving
- In-depth knowledge of media law and broadcasting regulations
- Strong understanding of the Hispanic media landscape
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced project management abilities
- Risk assessment and compliance expertise in media ethics
Awards
- EMMY AWARD WINNER 2021
- SPJ - Society of Professional Journalists - 2018 - 2019 - 2021
Timeline
News Anchor and Reporter
Univision Communications, Inc.
01.2016 - Current
Operations Legal Specialist
MTV Networks
08.2008 - 06.2014
Compliance Ethics Officer
MEDIASET
01.2001 - 01.2007
Court Judicial Assistant
Tribunale Di Empoli
01.1997 - 01.2001
MBA - Journalism, Broadcast
IULM UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
UNIVERSITY OF FLORENCE
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