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Filippo Sella

@filipposella

Italian translator and subtitler at Man-Super Srl, translating Soviet and Russian films and adapting subtitles for Italian audiences.

Italy

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At Man-Super Srl, I translated and subtitled Soviet and Russian films into Italian. I used Aegisub to create, edit, and time subtitles within reading-speed and on-screen text constraints.

As a freelance Italian teacher, I teach international students, including learners starting from zero, and design materials suited to their level up to B2.

During my Master's degree at Saint Petersburg State University, I studied software, interface, and video game localization using CAT tools such as SmartCat. My coursework included game translation exercises and translating the iPhone app of Sberbank.

I've also worked as an Italian–Russian consecutive interpreter at SPIEF Model and supported wedding planning in Taormina, serving as a cultural and linguistic bridge between Russian-speaking guests and Italian suppliers.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Italian Teacher for Foreigners

Current

Freelance

Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Teach Italian to international students, many starting from zero level and reaching strong results within a year. Design lesson materials and adapt language, tone, and examples to each learner's level up to B2.

Teaching Italian Lesson Planning B2

Assistant Concierge, Wedding Planning Support

Freelance

Apr 2026 - Sep 2026 (5 months)

Supported the organisation of a five-day Russian wedding in Taormina, including daily programme, guest transportation, logistics, and on-site coordination. Acted as a cultural and linguistic bridge between Russian-speaking guests and Italian suppliers.

Event Planning Logistics Coordination Russian Italian Cultural Mediation

Language Specialist

Man-Super Srl

Oct 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 2 months)

Translated and subtitled several Soviet and Russian films into Italian. Used Aegisub for subtitle creation, editing, and timing, adhering to reading speed and on-screen text constraints.

Translation Subtitling Aegisub Italian Russian

Front Desk Receptionist

Hotel La Terra dei Sogni

Aug 2017 - Jun 2020 (2 years 10 months)

Managed bookings, welcomed international guests, and made decisions alongside the team in a 3-star hotel. Developed strong problem-solving, communication, and customer-care skills.

Customer Service Booking Management Communication Skills Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Saint Petersburg State University

Master's Degree, Foreign Languages and Intercultural Communication for Business and Management

2024 -

Grade: Cum Laude

Activities and societies: Coursework included localization of software, user interfaces, and video games using CAT tools; thesis on linguocultural aspects of advertising texts.

Pursuing a Master's degree in Foreign Languages and Intercultural Communication for Business and Management, with additional qualifications in translation, teaching, and localization. Expected completion in 2026.

University of Catania

Bachelor's Degree, European, Euro-American and Oriental Languages and Cultures

2020 - 2024

Bachelor's degree in European, Euro-American and Oriental Languages and Cultures, focusing on literature, linguistics, and language acquisition. Thesis on Vladimir Pomerantsev's work.