Ina Šilina

I design human-centered learning, storytelling, and interpretability systems at the intersection of language, cognition, and AI — informed by a sustained interest in political economy, systemic analysis, and cultural evaluation. Armed with 15+ years of experience in national media, cultural curation, and academic research, I specialize in critical content analysis, fact-checking, and evaluating complex linguistic and sociopolitical contexts.

AI Linguistics Expert | RLHF Specialist (2025-01 – Present)

• Evaluate Large Language Models (LLMs) for factual accuracy, logical consistency, bias mitigation, and safety protocols.
• Apply linguistic and sociolinguistic theory to assess syntax, pragmatics, and stylistic quality of AI-generated text.
• Review complex reasoning tasks involving political economy, history, and cultural nuances to ensure high-quality training data.

Program Curator & Project Lead at Memorial, Vilnius Branch (2022-01 – 2026-04)

• Curatorial Work & Public Programs: Curated exhibitions and educational programs focused on historical memory, cultural analysis, and human rights. Built cross-institutional partnerships with academic organizations.
• Research & Evaluation: Conducted deep field research on memory politics and synthesized findings for public-facing formats. Evaluated and translated complex archival and legal materials into Lithuanian.
• Gulag Ego-Documents Art Laboratory: Designed and led an interdisciplinary art-research laboratory. Guided participants through ethical and critical engagement with traumatic historical sources and textual ego-documents.

Author & Host (Foreign Desk) at LRT (Lithuanian National Radio and Television) (2020-01 – 2022-12)

• Developed and hosted original analytical programs and authored deep-dive articles for the national broadcaster.
• Focused primarily on international politics, social analysis, critical evaluation of geopolitical contexts, and cultural reporting.

Journalist & Podcaster at NARA (Multimedia Platform) (2017-01 – 2020-12)

• Specialized in slow journalism, anthropological storytelling, and deep cultural analysis through long-form text and narrative podcasts.
• Produced independent multimedia projects in collaboration with international foundations (Nordic Council of Ministers, Freedom House, European Journalism Centre).
• Developed sophisticated narrative concepts and editorial frameworks for complex, human-centered global stories.

Editor and Investigative Journalist at Novaya Gazeta Baltija (2015-01 – 2017-12)

• Authored investigative reports and analytical pieces on regional politics, media literacy, and socio-cultural shifts.
• Oversaw editorial workflow, ensuring rigid factual accuracy, rigorous source verification, and high journalistic standards.

Education Program Manager & Lead Curriculum Designer at Lithuanian Center for Journalism (2021-01 – 2023-12)

• Designed and implemented educational programs aimed at strengthening media literacy, verification techniques, and critical thinking.
• Led a multidisciplinary team responsible for content development, curriculum design, and educational outreach.

Instructor of Lithuanian / Founder & Lead Facilitator at Educational Initiatives for Ukrainian Refugees (2023-01 – Present)

• Designed accessible learning materials and structured intensive language acquisition curricula adapted for trauma-affected adult and young learners.
• Translated abstract cognitive concepts (e.g., neuroplasticity, self-regulation) into user-centered narratives for neurodivergent individuals.
• Leveraged literature and storytelling to foster rapid linguistic adaptation, cultural integration, and community building.

Animation Filmmaker, Director & Visual Storytelling Artist at Polyfield Media (MB) (2007-01 – Present)

• Direct, write, and sound-design independent interdisciplinary creative projects integrating animation and documentary elements.
• Works are featured in the MO Museum's permanent collection and exhibited internationally. Winner of the "Sidabrinė gervė" (Silver Crane) National Film Award (2010).

Radio News Editor & Broadcaster at R-Radio Vilnius (2001-01 – 2011-12)

• Managed news desks, edited broadcast scripts, and authored opinion/analytical pieces under tight daily deadlines.

Author at Delfi.lt (2008-01 – 2011-12)

BA/MA in Philology and Linguistics – Vilnius University

Advanced Academic Policy Seminars – Levi Economics Institute, Bard College, AUCA (GHEA21)