Alberto Dolfin
Turin
Summary
He recently worked with the Milano Cortina 2026 and Paris 2024 OCOG and covered all the Summer and Winter Olympic Games editions from Vancouver 2010 to Beijing 2022 and five Paralympics editions (Sochi 2014, Rio 2016, PyeongChang 2018, Tokyo 2020) and major sport events (World University Games, FIFA World Cup, Mediterranean Games, World Championships and World Cup).
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
He has a special predilection for Olympic Games, a recurring subject in his two degree thesis: the first about the historical events that lead to Moscow Boycott in 1980, the latter about how Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games were covered for the first time by a pay-tv in Italy (Sky Sport).
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Communications Manager
Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026
04.2024 - Current
- His role is to develop and implement the Crisis Communication Plan, support all media relations activities (nationally and internationally) and support in coordinating the Media Relation function.
- Trained junior team members in best practices for public relations and corporate communications, increasing overall department effectiveness.
- Developed communications strategies to drive forward progress in public relations.
- Designed and implemented crisis communication plans, safeguarding company reputation during critical times.
- Developed key message frameworks to ensure consistent messaging across all channels and touchpoints within the organization.
- Developed compelling content for company website and social media channels, driving user engagement and conversions.
Nitto Atp Finals Talks Organized by Città Di Torin
Consiste Srl
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and executed comprehensive event strategies for ATP Finals entertainment programme in downtown Turin for the project presented by Consiste srl Agency to Città di Torino.
- Coordinated high-profile interviews with top athletes and personalities during the Finals event.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to enhance ATP Finals brand visibility and reach.
Sports Journalists
Bici.Pro
12.2020 - Current
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions covering the main Grand Tours and classics.
- The last race followed on site is the Gran Salida of the Vuelta a España 2025
Press Conference Supervisor
Paris 2024 Organizing Committee
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Coordination of international press conferences at Paris La Defense for swimming and water polo competitions.
- Relations with media outlets worldwide
- Live Presenter
Sports Journalist
Corriere Dello Sport-Stadio
02.2014 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: One of the three main sport newspapers in Italy
- He covered on site the following Olympics and Paralympics: Sochi, Rio, PyeongChang and Tokyo, plus last Winter Olympics in Beijing.
- Produced compelling articles on live events, engaging sports fans widely.
- Conducted interviews with top athletes to provide exclusive insights and stories.
- Covered major events on site of many sports like Mediterranean Games, World and European Championship, World Cup.
Journalist
La Stampa
01.2011 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: Italian national newspaper and website
- He has written about sport in local and national newspapers and edited web content.
- In particular, he has covered several editions of the Olympic Games (London 2012, Sochi 2014, Rio 2016, PyeongChang 2018, Tokyo 2020, Beijing 2022) and Paralympic Games (Sochi 2014, Rio 2016, PyeongChang 2018, Tokyo 2020) and the Fifa 2018 World Cup in Russia.
- Reported live from major sporting events, delivering timely updates and coverage.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with top athletes for exclusive feature articles.
Head of Media
Torino 2025 World University Winter Games
04.2022 - 03.2024
- He coordinated the whole Media department that will cover the FISU Games, drafting of press releases and news in Italian and English, organization of press conferences related to the Road TO2025 events, Italian and international media relations.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with media vendors, resulting in cost savings and improved ad placements.
- Managed crisis communications during challenging situations to maintain positive brand reputation while addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
- Led a team of media professionals, fostering collaboration and creativity to achieve company goals.
Media and Communication Manager
Fisip
09.2013 - 09.2022
- Company Overview: Italian Federation that includes all the paralympics sports on snow (alpine skiing, nordic skiing, snowboard and mono-bob)
- He was in charge of the two paralympic disciplines related to Fisg (Italian Ice Sports Federation), that are wheelchair curling and para ice hockey.
- Developed key message frameworks to ensure consistent messaging across all channels and touchpoints within the organization.
- Media Manager for international events organised by the ISU, such as the World Cup, European Short Track Championships and Grand Prix Finals
- Presenter at international press conferences in live coverage
Intern
Sky Italia
11.2009 - 07.2010
- Worked for the television network Sky Sport. From November 2009 to January 2010, he was responsible for the "Vancouver 2010" Olympic project and participated in the production of the program "Obiettivo Olimpiade" and the weekly column "ORO – Obiettivo Olimpiade".
- During the Paralympics (March 2010), he worked at the Milan studios, primarily responsible for content for the website www.sky.it.
- In May, he participated in the production of the program "Campioni 2006 Rewind", curated by Federico Ferri, broadcast on Sky Sport channels. The seven-episode format retraces the steps that led the Italian national football team to its fourth world title.During the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, he worked on the production of the “Sky Mondiale Show” programme.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Content Creator and Editor
Sky Italia
02.2010 - 02.2010
- Worked at the Main Media Center in Vancouver for the television broadcast of the XXI Winter Olympic Games, focusing on the link-up studios between events.
- Collaborated with other entertainers to create engaging acts.
- Developed show concepts and themes to engage audience members.
- Networked with industry professionals to build contacts and maintain steady stream of work.
Education
Specialistic degree - Multimedia and Mass Communication
University of Turin
Turin, Italy02.2011
Three-year degree - Science of Communication
University of Turin
Turin, Italy07.2008
Classical high school diploma -
Liceo Classico 'C. Cavour'
Turin, Italy07.2003
Languages
Italian: mothertongue
English: C2
Spanish: C1
French: B1
Russian: A2
Accomplishments
- In October 2020, he was awarded the CONI-USSI Award for the Under 35 category.
- In November 2020, he was awarded the Dardanello Sport Journalism Prize for the regional section.
- In October 2021, he won the Carlo Monti National Journalism Award for the Print Media category.
- In April 2022, he received the 2021 USSI National Journalism Award "Sport and Those Who Tell It," named after Franco Lauro, for the Print Media and Web category with the report "Oksana Masters, the Extraordinary Story of the Paralympic Star."
Publications
He wrote the book Iron Mark – Le corsie di Marco Dolfin: chirurgo e nuotatore, published in September 2020 by Bradipolibri. The book is about the life of his brother Marco, that overcame disability to practice surgical operation again in standing position and that managed to be part of the Italian Paralympic Team in Rio 2016 Games.
Actual employment
He’s the Crisis Communication Manager at Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026.
Timeline
Press Conference Supervisor
Paris 2024 Organizing Committee
07.2024 - 08.2024
Nitto Atp Finals Talks Organized by Città Di Torin
Consiste Srl
05.2024 - Current
Crisis Communications Manager
Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026
04.2024 - Current
Head of Media
Torino 2025 World University Winter Games
04.2022 - 03.2024
Sports Journalists
Bici.Pro
12.2020 - Current
Sports Journalist
Corriere Dello Sport-Stadio
02.2014 - 05.2024
Media and Communication Manager
Fisip
09.2013 - 09.2022
Journalist
La Stampa
01.2011 - 05.2024
Content Creator and Editor
Sky Italia
02.2010 - 02.2010
Intern
Sky Italia
11.2009 - 07.2010
Specialistic degree - Multimedia and Mass Communication
University of Turin
Three-year degree - Science of Communication
University of Turin
Classical high school diploma -
Liceo Classico 'C. Cavour'
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