Accomplished, versatile writer and producer with experience ranging from making a feature-length documentary to reporting from conflict zones. Seven years based in Afghanistan and a year in Cambodia as a business journalist reveal an intense curiosity and capacity that drives every role. Especially keen to embark on book writing projects after recently completing a one-year writing mentorship under 10-time NYT bestselling author Neil Strauss.

Catherine James

Accomplished, versatile writer and producer with experience ranging from making a feature-length documentary to reporting from conflict zones. Seven years based in Afghanistan and a year in Cambodia as a business journalist reveal an intense curiosity and capacity that drives every role. Especially keen to embark on book writing projects after recently completing a one-year writing mentorship under 10-time NYT bestselling author Neil Strauss.

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Accomplished, versatile writer and producer with experience ranging from making a feature-length documentary to reporting from conflict zones. Seven years based in Afghanistan and a year in Cambodia as a business journalist reveal an intense curiosity and capacity that drives every role. Especially keen to embark on book writing projects after recently completing a one-year writing mentorship under 10-time NYT bestselling author Neil Strauss.

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Work Experience

Foreign correspondent - Afghanistan at Independant
January 4, 2011 - January 1, 2018
Reported, produced, scripted, and presented news and features for The Guardian (UK), The Observer, Deutsche Welle, ABC News, The Herald Sun, Roads & Kingdoms webzine, and CGTN. Live breaking news coverage with articulate television crosses for CNN, France 24, CBC, ABC Australia, NZ TV3, and BBC Radio. Featured on television panel discussions about Afghanistan, offering live analysis on political, security, and cultural issues (Fox, CNN). Covered major conflict zones, including three weeks at the border of Syria covering 2014 Islamic State siege of Kobane for The Guardian Recognised by Instagram’s editorial team in 2015 and 2016 for unique storytelling and personal insights on Afghanistan. 2012-2013 Managing Editor (online) for Afghan independent media outlet Tolonews, leading team of translators and providing editorial guidance on all English language content online.

Education

Book writer at Writers Roundtable with Neil Strauss
February 2, 2021 - December 31, 2021
One of 20 writers selected to be part of the inaugural Writers Roundtable for weekly writing coaching classes with Neil Strauss, 10-time NYT bestselling author. Mentored directly by Neil Strauss in writing styles, editing, and book crafting.

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Financial Services, Other

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