I'm a bilingual journalist from ESJ Lille, currently based in Auckland, New Zealand. I work across print, radio, and digital media, covering news and feature stories with curiosity and clarity. Fluent in French and English, with working knowledge of Spanish, I bring strong interviewing, fact-checking, and multimedia storytelling skills. I have a full driver's license and a personal vehicle, and I'm ready for on-site reporting and assignments.

Laurie Douret

I'm a bilingual journalist from ESJ Lille, currently based in Auckland, New Zealand. I work across print, radio, and digital media, covering news and feature stories with curiosity and clarity. Fluent in French and English, with working knowledge of Spanish, I bring strong interviewing, fact-checking, and multimedia storytelling skills. I have a full driver's license and a personal vehicle, and I'm ready for on-site reporting and assignments.

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I’m a bilingual journalist from ESJ Lille, currently based in Auckland, New Zealand. I work across print, radio, and digital media, covering news and feature stories with curiosity and clarity.

Fluent in French and English, with working knowledge of Spanish, I bring strong interviewing, fact-checking, and multimedia storytelling skills. I have a full driver’s license and a personal vehicle, and I’m ready for on-site reporting and assignments.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Journalist at Mes Infos
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Reported on-site for local and regional news stories, monitored competitors and tracked national and local events to identify story opportunities, researched, wrote and edited articles, briefs, and features for publication, conducted and transcribed interviews, and managed social media content and audience engagement across platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok).
Au Pair at Private Family
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Taught French to children and parents through daily activities and informal lessons, strengthening communication and storytelling skills. Used English and French bilingually in everyday interactions, enhancing cross-cultural communication. Maintained a keen interest in international and local news, developing broader cultural awareness. Gained firsthand understanding of New Zealand society and Māori culture.
Sales Advisor at Maison 123
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Provided customer service and sales advice, maintaining a focus on communication and client needs. Assisted in preparing and implementing promotional campaigns. Coordinated orders and deliveries to ensure accurate and timely fulfilment.

Education

Degree in Local Journalism (Work-Study) at École Supérieure de Journalisme de Lille (ESJ Lille)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Higher National Diploma (BTS) in Operational Commercial Management at Lycée Jeanne Perrimond
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023

Qualifications

Accredited Press Card
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment