Rita Plantera
About Rita Plantera
Rita Plantera is a seasoned news reporter currently working at Thomson Reuters in Toronto, Canada. With a strong academic background in linguistics and data intelligence, she has extensive experience in journalism and information services, including previous roles at Refinitiv and Società Dante Alighieri.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Rita Plantera has been employed at Thomson Reuters as a News Reporter since 2019. Her role involves reporting on various news topics and contributing to the organization's media output. Prior to her current position, she served as a Senior Research Analyst at Thomson Reuters from 2011 to 2018 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This extensive experience within the company has equipped her with a deep understanding of the information services industry.
Education and Expertise
Rita Plantera holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with a focus on Linguistics, Literature, and Philology. She also completed a Master's degree in Data Intelligence and Decision Strategies at La Sapienza University. Her academic background supports her expertise in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and Statistical Data Analysis, which are critical skills in her journalism career.
Background in Journalism and Research
Rita has a diverse background in journalism and research. She has worked as a Freelance Journalist for Il Manifesto since 2013, contributing to various articles and reports. Her previous roles include being a Senior Research Analyst at Refinitiv for six months in London and a Linguistic Analyst at the University of Rome 'La Sapienza' from 2001 to 2003. This combination of experiences has enhanced her capabilities in media and communication.
Teaching Experience
Rita Plantera has experience in education, having worked as an Italian Language Teacher at Società Dante Alighieri from 2010 to 2012 in Citta Metropolitana Di Roma Capitale, Italy. This role involved teaching language skills and cultural knowledge, contributing to her overall expertise in linguistics and communication.
Previous Roles in Linguistics
Rita has held several positions related to linguistics. She worked as a Linguistic Specialist at Utet from 2005 to 2007 and as a Linguistic Analyst at the University of Rome 'La Sapienza' from 2001 to 2003. These roles have provided her with a strong foundation in linguistic analysis and research methodologies.