About Me
The story, skills, and journey behind every translated word
Vanessa Vlad
Translator · Subtitler · Linguist
Born near Milan to an Italian-Romanian family, I grew up navigating two languages and two cultures from day one. That bilingual upbringing sparked a lifelong fascination with how words carry meaning across borders.
I earned my BA in Languages, Linguistics, and Translation from the University of Bologna (2019-2022), with Erasmus semesters in Luxembourg and Hamburg that opened doors to new languages and professional opportunities. My MA specialized in East European and Post-Soviet Studies (2022-2024), giving me deep expertise in a region most linguists overlook.
Over the years I have built professional experience across Germany, Lithuania, Ireland, Spain, and the United States, working in translation project management, localization, and subtitling. Today I freelance from Pavia, Italy, collaborating with global clients and major entertainment platforms.
Through Deluxe Inc., I currently work on subtitling projects for Netflix, Amazon, and Warner Bros. Discovery, bringing stories to Italian and Romanian audiences worldwide.
Education & Milestones
A path shaped by curiosity, languages, and a drive to connect cultures
MA in East European & Post-Soviet Studies
Double degree from the University of Bologna and Vytautas Magnus University, Kaunas. Specialized in East European affairs, post-Soviet geopolitics, and intercultural diplomacy.
Erasmus in Hamburg
Studied at the Universitat Hamburg. Landed first role as a Translation Project Manager, bridging academic knowledge with professional practice.
Erasmus in Luxembourg
Semester at the Universite du Luxembourg, immersed in a multilingual environment spanning French, German, and Luxembourgish.
BA in Languages, Linguistics & Translation
Graduated from the University of Bologna with a strong foundation in applied linguistics, translation theory, and cross-cultural communication.
Language Proficiency
Five languages, two native, one mission: flawless communication
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