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Chris O'Brien

American journalist in Paris, France

€600/day
Paris, FR
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Chris

I am an award-winning journalist currently based in France who has spent 30 years writing about startups, entrepreneurs and technology trends for a wide range of publications.

I work with select clients to produce sophisticated English-language content that conveys their story, enhances their reputation, and raises their profile. I'm open to collaborations with people and organizations that understand the value that the right content can deliver.

In addition, I am available to host events, moderate panels at conferences, and conduct interviews for video content.

Before moving to France in 2014, I spent 15 years in Silicon Valley covering the region's innovation economy for the San Jose Mercury News and the Los Angeles Times.

You can read more about me and find samples of my writing on my website:
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • French

    Conversational

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • Independent
    Content Marketing
    PRESS AND MEDIA
    September 2014 - Today (11 years and 9 months)
    Paris, France
    -- Experience with digital engagement strategies
    -- Expert knowledge of digital communication concepts and best practices
    -- A natural storyteller with a passion for simplifying complex concepts and bringing them to life
    -- Collaborative team player with the capacity to work with colleagues remotely
    -- Effective communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally
    -- Strong initiative and highly organized, capable of handling multiple tasks with competing
    priorities under minimal supervision

    Clients include:
    -- Capgemini
    Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office Microsoft Word Wordpress Social media Design Newsletter
  • French Crossroads
    Founder, Editor-in-chief
    TRAVEL AND TOURISM
    January 2019 - Today (7 years and 5 months)
    Toulouse, France
    Travel site dedicated to tourism, travel, food and discovery in France.
    Journalism Wordpress
  • VentureBeat
    European Correspondent
    PUBLISHING
    October 2014 - July 2021 (6 years and 10 months)
    Toulouse, France
    Covers startups, entrepreneurs, and technology trends across Europe for one of Silicon Valley's leading technology news sites. Also moderates round tables, and conducts interviews on stage for conferences.
    Journalism

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Education

  • Bachelor's of Arts in History and Public Policy Studies
    Duke University
    1991

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