Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Accomplishments
Published Work
References
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ELLA CIGOGNINI

ELLA CIGOGNINI

Frankston,VIC

Summary

Talented journalist, writer and editor with detailed understanding of fact-checking and journalistic expertise. A hard-working and passionate storyteller who is open to any all opportunities to write stories of people and culture. Enjoyer of all areas of art, health, sport, politics and human interest and hope to one day amplify women’s and marginalised voices within any area of communications.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Contributing Writer

Ramona Magazine
08.2023 - Current
  • Commissioning articles that touch on the subject of women's sport, sexual assault, life and relationships and an up and coming band.
  • Working with multiple senior editors, illustrators and social media managers to create a piece that will appeal to a wide range of audiences.
  • Working towards creating a community that is open, welcoming and diverse.

Senior Medical Receptionist

Advantage Medical And Dental
12.2022 - Current
  • Offering constant support to practitioners, staff, practice managers and patients.
  • Ensuring the most accurate, ethical and best care.
  • Concurrently working with multiple management and organisational systems that ensure patient security, prime efficiency for doctors and managers and accurate co-ordination of procedures and payments.

Volunteer Community Builder

Reach Out Australia
08.2023 - Current
  • Provide support and advice to young people dealing with various issues online
  • Being a part of a welcoming, inclusive and kind group of individuals who work together to create a safe environment for all
  • Participate in various workshops to gain greater insight into mental health practices

Reviewer

NetGalley
09.2023 - Current
  • Reading and reviewing advanced reading copies of books before publication
  • Using social media and working platform to post reviews and expand the audience of books

Editorial Intern

The Conversation AU
02.2023 - 02.2023
  • Liaised with scholars, scientists, industry professionals and experts to commission articles.
  • Assisted a team of approximately 20 editors with final proofreading and layout.
  • Worked with other staff and writers to assist with story development and research.
  • Continually worked with experts throughout the editing process.

Education

Master of Arts - Creative Writing, Publishing And Editing

Melbourne University
Melbourne
10.2026

Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) -

RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC
10.2022

Victorian Certificate of Education -

Kilbreda College
Melbourne, VIC
11.2019

Skills

  • Social Media Use
  • Photo Editing
  • Editing and Proofreading
  • Creative Cloud Proficiency
  • Content Management Systems
  • Copywriting
  • Fact-Checking
  • Office Administration
  • CMS experience
  • Visual storytelling

Accomplishments

  • 2022 Ossie Award Winner, Our Watch, for a story which represents best-practice reporting of violence against women., https://jeraa.org.au/scout-wallen-wins-2022-journalism-student-of-the-year/
  • Tinder Made Me Toxic, https://preview.shorthand.com/ilrhItELl9bTO6o2?fbclid=IwAR1UTejiYoiCaTtlriHv8Btx3iIWXzo4P7IQkQ8i8UJBFcO4R_A7-e12Wxk

Published Work

  • In Conversation with Three Women, Ramona Magazine, https://ramonamag.com/2022/08/in-conversation-with-three-women/
  • MAKING HISTORY: The Matildas, Ramona Magazine, https://ramonamag.com/2023/08/making-history-the-matildas/
  • The Deal With Anniversary Anxiety, Ramona Magazine, https://ramonamag.com/2023/11/365-days-later-the-deal-with-anniversary-anxiety/
  • A Letter To Heartbreak With The Beaches, Ramona Magazine, https://ramonamag.com/2023/08/a-letter-to-heartbreak-with-the-beaches/
  • How AFLW star Richelle Cranston is tackling body image, House of Wellness, https://www.houseofwellness.com.au/lifestyle/celebrities/aflw-star-richelle-cranston-tackling-body-image
  • QTA recognises extreme efforts in transport at awards gala, Trailer Magazine, https://trailermag.com.au/qta-recognises-extreme-efforts-in-transport-at-awards-gala/
  • Anyone can save a life, including kids, The Conversation, https://theconversation.com/anyone-can-save-a-life-including-kids-heres-why-they-should-learn-cpr-and-basic-life-support-200337

References

  • Kelly Harris, Senior Management, Crisis Manager, NAB, 0407 862 326
  • Fron Jackson-Webb, Deputy Editor & Senior Health Editor, The Conversation AU, fron.jackson-webb@theconversation.edu.au, 0422 949 057
  • Stefanie Markidis, Journalism lecturer, RMIT, stefanie.markidis@rmit.edu.au
  • Ailsa Sparrow (AJ), Practice Manager, Advantage Medical, adminme@advantagemedical.com.au, 0421 883 558

Timeline

Reviewer

NetGalley
09.2023 - Current

Contributing Writer

Ramona Magazine
08.2023 - Current

Volunteer Community Builder

Reach Out Australia
08.2023 - Current

Editorial Intern

The Conversation AU
02.2023 - 02.2023

Senior Medical Receptionist

Advantage Medical And Dental
12.2022 - Current

Master of Arts - Creative Writing, Publishing And Editing

Melbourne University

Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) -

RMIT University

Victorian Certificate of Education -

Kilbreda College

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