Hi, I'm Iris De Vree. I design internal and external digital communications plans, create engaging content, and build safe, engaging online communities across social channels. I work to align teams and audiences around clear, actionable content calendars and communication strategies. With a background in journalism and digital storytelling, I blend strong copywriting with a clear tone of voice and a deep understanding of audience needs and platform dynamics to boost engagement and community growth.

Iris De Vree

Hi, I'm Iris De Vree. I design internal and external digital communications plans, create engaging content, and build safe, engaging online communities across social channels. I work to align teams and audiences around clear, actionable content calendars and communication strategies. With a background in journalism and digital storytelling, I blend strong copywriting with a clear tone of voice and a deep understanding of audience needs and platform dynamics to boost engagement and community growth.

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Hi, I’m Iris De Vree. I design internal and external digital communications plans, create engaging content, and build safe, engaging online communities across social channels. I work to align teams and audiences around clear, actionable content calendars and communication strategies.

With a background in journalism and digital storytelling, I blend strong copywriting with a clear tone of voice and a deep understanding of audience needs and platform dynamics to boost engagement and community growth.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Digital Marketer / Content Creator / Social Media Manager at PyCo
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Digital marketer for clients including De Lijn, AXA and Telenet; responsible for community management, copywriting, customer service, internal communications, and event organization; performed data analysis and reporting. Built brand voice, supported book publishing initiatives, and managed social campaigns; proficient in Dutch, English, French and Arabic; collaborative team player.
Independent Contractor / Author / Content Creator at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Independent contractor focusing on digital storytelling, content creation, and end-to-end campaigns. Led online community building, launch planning, press outreach, ARC programs, and bookstore outreach; translated insights into product development; managed internal communications and event planning; worked on storytelling projects from ideation to publication.
Content Creator & Social Media Manager at Iris De Vree (Self-employed)
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Content creation and social media management for personal brand and education-focused audience; built a content calendar, produced SEO-driven copy, and tracked performance with Google Analytics; created visuals and storytelling formats for students and teachers; managed end-to-end content from concept to publishing.
Community Manager at De Lijn
August 1, 2020 - October 1, 2024
Built and actively managed an online user community (0–300 members); drove engagement and feedback loops; acted as a bridge between users and product teams; delivered UX-focused copy and support content (apps, FAQs, landing pages); moderated social media across channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) with organic and paid strategies; created end-to-end content and improved website SEO; tracked performance with Google Analytics.

Education

Bachelor in Journalism at Ghent University
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Major in Print at Hogeschool Mechelen
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
European Certificate in Digital Storytelling at Ghent University
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026
Bachelor in Journalism at Ghent University
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026
Major in Print at Hogeschool Mechelen
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026
Bachelor of Journalism at Ghent University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Major in Print, Minor in Digital at Hogeschool Mechelen
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
European Certificate in Digital Storytelling at Ghent University
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026

Qualifications

European Certificate - Digital Storytelling
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
European Certificate in Digital Storytelling
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
European Certificate in Digital Storytelling
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026
Bachelor in Journalism
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026
European Certificate in Digital Storytelling
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet