Dimitris Dermitzakis
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Aspiring journalist with expertise in crisis and conflict reporting and a background in international relations. Experienced in covering global affairs, regional conflicts, geopolitics, technology, defence, and diplomacy. Developed reporting skills at ERT World News. Proficient in audio-visual storytelling and primary-source monitoring in English, Greek, and Russian, delivering objective narratives on complex regional politics.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Language Tutor
Preply
Remote
2025.02 - 2026.03
- Assisted learners in preparing for Greek language certification.
- Facilitated communication using Russian language skills to clarify complex structures.
- Supported students with guidance throughout their language certification journey.
World News Journalist
ERT - Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation
Athens
2023.08 - 2023.11
- Conducted analysis of international news wires (Reuters, AP, AFP) to assist in verification of global stories.
- Assigned responsibilities for drafting and editing scripts for national TV news broadcasts with focus on international news packages.
- Provided voice narration for news packages to facilitate clear communication to national audience.
Operations & Guest Relations
City Contact - Athens Walking Tours
Athens
2022.04 - 2022.11
- Supported international clients by maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.
- Assisted with booking processes and organised logistical tasks.
- Helped supervise small teams of guides and administrative personnel.
- Provided frontline support for crisis response and daily operational issues.
Online Newspaper Editor
Foititikos Kosmos
Athens
2021.03 - 2022.06
- Assisted in managing editorial flow for independent student platform.
- Supported timely publication of features on student politics and socio-political issues.
- Helped maintain content management using WordPress and SEO strategies.
Author & Interviewer
SAFIA (Student Association for International Affairs)
Athens
2020.10 - 2021.05
- Facilitated structured interviews with academic experts to explore themes within international affairs and political science.
Education
MA Journalism, Media and Globalisation - Crisis and Conflict
Erasmus Mundus
London/Aarhus/Shanghai 2024.01 - 2026.07
BA International, European and Area Studies - International Relations
Panteion University of Athens
Athens 2020.10 - 2024.07
Skills
- Languages: Greek (native), English (C2), Russian (B2), French (A2)
- Multimedia: Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere Pro, WordPress CMS, Microsoft Office Suite, SEO
- Analytical: Bloomberg Terminal, SQL, Research methodologies
- Online tutoring experience
Certification
- 2026 Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC)
- 2024 Humanitarian Aid Training - European Commission / PuntoSud
- 2023 European Migration Management in the Eastern Mediterranean: The EU, Turkey and Greece – Jean Monnet European Centre of Excellence, University of Athens (20-hour Seminar)
Languages
English
Fluent
Greek
Native
Russian
Upper intermediate
French
Intermediate
Affiliations
- Photography, Cycling, Cooking
Timeline
Language Tutor
Preply
2025.02 - 2026.03
MA Journalism, Media and Globalisation - Crisis and Conflict
Erasmus Mundus
2024.01 - 2026.07
World News Journalist
ERT - Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation
2023.08 - 2023.11
Operations & Guest Relations
City Contact - Athens Walking Tours
2022.04 - 2022.11
Online Newspaper Editor
Foititikos Kosmos
2021.03 - 2022.06
Author & Interviewer
SAFIA (Student Association for International Affairs)
2020.10 - 2021.05
BA International, European and Area Studies - International Relations
Panteion University of Athens
2020.10 - 2024.07