Panos Grigorakakis

Experience

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  24MEDIA DIGITAL MEDIA GROUP

  Jun 2014 - Sept 2014

  Journalist Intern

  Activities:- News writing.- Daily indexing of international newspapers and websites and accurately translate news from these sources for Greek-speaking audiences.

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  Docfest Greek Documentary Festival

  Sept 2016 - Nov 2017

  Communication Assistant

  Activities:- In charge of searching for official sponsors for the Festival (20% increase since previous years).- Making necessary arrangements between the organization and the official sponsors.- Dealing with everyday issues professionally and smoothly.- Creating a Facebook page for the Festival (over 3,000 subscribers and followers).- Managing the Festival's social media accounts during its realization.- Interview participant directors.- Writing and posting daily official reports. Show less

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  Enikos.gr

  May 2018 - Jun 2019

  Online News Editor

  Activities:- News writing.- Updating the site’s news feed.- Management of the website’s Facebook and Twitter accounts. - Keeping a sharp eye for breaking news.- Communication with the website’s online visitors and trying to solve potential issues (e.g. write and publish news concerning local community problems).

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  Athens Science Festival

  Jan 2020 - Apr 2021

  Editor in Chief

  Activities:- Managing and supervising the Athens Science Festival’s website. Daily tasks include updating the website's information (editing/adding/events, updating communication and team member information, as well as adding logos of official partners and sponsors). - Writing, editing, and translating content for the website, including articles, news, posts, and official reports.- Daily communicating with other team members and scheduling tasks based on immediacy and importance.

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  National Library of Greece

  Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

  Communication and Public Relations Assistant

  Activities:- Creating content for the official website of the National Library of Greece (NLG). It includes writing, editing, proofreading, and translating press releases, announcements, reports, and newsletters.- Managing NLG's Facebook and Instagram accounts (scheduling and publishing posts, monitoring its online community, and responding to its queries).- Providing support and assist NLG’s events and activities (e.g. exhibitions, movie productions).- Daily indexing/media monitoring of NLG on the press, websites, and radio, and keeping careful track of them. Show less

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  Real.gr

  Jul 2022 - now

  Activities:- Oversee Editorial Content: Ensure all content meets editorial standards and aligns with the publication's mission and goals.- Lead Editorial Team: Manage and mentor a team of writers, editors, and other staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.- Review and Approve Content: Edit and approve articles, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and quality.- Coordinate with Other Departments: Collaborate with marketing, design, and IT teams to ensure cohesive content strategy and site functionality.- Crisis Management: Handle any editorial issues or crises promptly and professionally.- Analyze Performance Metrics: Monitor website traffic, user engagement, and other key metrics to inform editorial decisions and strategy adjustments. Show less Activities:-Research News Stories: Conduct thorough research to gather accurate and up-to-date information on assigned topics.-Write Articles: Produce well-written, clear, and engaging news articles under tight deadlines.-Follow Editorial Guidelines: Adhere to the publication's style guide and editorial standards to maintain consistency and quality.-Fact-Check Information: Verify facts and sources to ensure the accuracy and credibility of content.-Collaborate with Editors: Work closely with editors to revise and refine articles, incorporating feedback and suggestions.-Stay Updated on Current Events: Monitor news trends and developments to stay informed and generate relevant story ideas.-Adhere to Deadlines: Manage time effectively to meet publication schedules and deadlines.-Optimize Content for SEO: Use SEO best practices to enhance the visibility and searchability of articles online.-Maintain Ethical Standards: Uphold journalistic ethics and integrity in all reporting and writing activities. Show less

  • Editor in Chief

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Online News Editor

    Jul 2022 - Apr 2024