I am a documentary filmmaker, video journalist and author based near Paris. Since 2000, I have specialized in wildlife, science and humanitarian reporting, directing and producing features and reports for ARTE, France 5, Odyssee, France 2 and Canal+ (co-productions with National Geographic). I currently live in Meudon-la-Forêt and work with teams to craft stories that inform, inspire and drive change. I pair hands-on field work with on-camera presenting, scripting and post-production, mentoring crews on safety, budgeting and logistics. I also host digital programs and contribute to educational and cultural projects for museums, libraries and media houses.

Virginie Agneray

I am a documentary filmmaker, video journalist and author based near Paris. Since 2000, I have specialized in wildlife, science and humanitarian reporting, directing and producing features and reports for ARTE, France 5, Odyssee, France 2 and Canal+ (co-productions with National Geographic). I currently live in Meudon-la-Forêt and work with teams to craft stories that inform, inspire and drive change. I pair hands-on field work with on-camera presenting, scripting and post-production, mentoring crews on safety, budgeting and logistics. I also host digital programs and contribute to educational and cultural projects for museums, libraries and media houses.

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I am a documentary filmmaker, video journalist and author based near Paris. Since 2000, I have specialized in wildlife, science and humanitarian reporting, directing and producing features and reports for ARTE, France 5, Odyssee, France 2 and Canal+ (co-productions with National Geographic). I currently live in Meudon-la-Forêt and work with teams to craft stories that inform, inspire and drive change. I pair hands-on field work with on-camera presenting, scripting and post-production, mentoring crews on safety, budgeting and logistics. I also host digital programs and contribute to educational and cultural projects for museums, libraries and media houses.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Video Journalist at City of Meudon
May 1, 2018 - Present
Produced over 300 features covering health, nature, society, environment and politics; hosted the Digital Insights web show; responsible for topic research, scripting and on-air hosting.
Wellness Product Guest at QVC Channel
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Presented wellness products; highlighted Home Medicine range on air (2018–2019).
Journalist, Image Reporter, Presenter at Mode d'emploi Magazine
January 1, 2017 - Present
Journalist, Image Reporter, and Presenter of the 'Mode d'emploi' magazine (2017); managed on-site shoots, HD editing, and audience engagement.
Chief Editor at ATV Guyane (Cayenne)
August 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Created and edited news; supervised local journalists; managed evening news and coverage of security, budgeting and politics.
Chief Editor at ATV Guyane
August 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Chief Editor of the news program; Cayenne-based; August–October 2015; oversaw newsroom, daily show, and editing; handled security, budget, and content planning.
Presenter / Host at Mode d'emploi Magazine (ATV Guyane / French media)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Presented segments, managed on-site shooting and HD editing; hosted at libraries and cultural centers; produced educational content.
Freelance Journalist at Lorema Communications; Science et Vie; Le Monde des Adolescents
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Freelance reporting for print media; topics included environment, wellbeing, fashion, science and wildlife; 2009-2010.
Animal Topics Speaker at Various
January 1, 2009 - Present
Presented talks on animal topics; prepared talks and delivered sessions for diverse audiences.
Freelance Journalist at Lorema Communications; Science et Vie; Le Monde des Ados
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
Freelance journalist in print media for Lorema Communications, Science et Vie, and Le Monde des Ados (2009-2010); topics included environment, health, science, and wildlife.
Animal Topics Speaker
January 1, 2009 - Present
Speaker on animal topics since 2009; preparation and delivery of talks.
Journalist and Images Reporter at Al Jazeera Maghreb and Emirates
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Investigated, researched, filmed and edited stories on science, environment and new technologies in Arabic and English; HD camera work.
Director & Author at Al Jazeera
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Directed and authored a children's magazine; produced 52 episodes (3 minutes each) focusing on the environment; topic preparation, research, casting, filming and HD editing.
Journalist, Image Reporter at Al Jazeera (Maghreb & Emirates)
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Journalist and Image Reporter (2008-2009); conducted investigations, booked guests, and filmed in both Arabic and English; HD camera work.
Director and Author at Al Jazeera
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Director and Author of a children's magazine for Al Jazeera (2008-2009); produced 52 episodes, each 3 minutes long.
Documentary Filmmaker at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2000 - Present
Specializing in wildlife, science and humanitarian reporting; based in Cameroon (5 years) and French Guiana (1 year); produced documentaries and reports for ARTE (360° Geo Reportage, Arte Reportage), France 5, Odyssee, France 2 and Canal+ (co-productions with National Geographic).
Documentary Filmmaker at Self-employed / Independent
January 1, 2000 - Present
Based in Cameroon and French Guiana; films on wildlife, science, and humanitarian topics; produces documentaries and reports for ARTE (360° Geo Reportage), ARTE Reportage, France 5, Odyssee, Canal+ (Exploration Planète), Canal+ and co-productions with National Geographic; responsibilities include investigations, synopsis writing, logistics, budgeting (10-20K €), team supervision (3-10 people), and script writing.
Radio Journalist at Europe 1
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
Daily two-hour show; conducted investigations, wrote and presented on society, legal issues, environment and health.
Journalist at Canal+
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1998
Journalist at Canal+ for eight years (1990-1998); daily two-hour show, conducting investigations, preparing and writing on topics related to society, law, environment and health.

Education

Journalism and Image Reporting (JRI) training at International Institute of Image and Sound
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Master's degree in Documentary Authorship and Directing at FEMIS
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Voice Over Training at Les Coachs Associés
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Journalism and Image Reporting (JRI) Training at International Institute of Image and Sound
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

Sound editing training on Sound Forge
January 1, 2011 - January 24, 2026
AVID 7.2 Editing (Video Design Formation)
January 1, 2014 - January 24, 2026
Final Cut Pro X training
January 1, 2015 - January 24, 2026
First Prize, International Festival of Wildlife Films, Abbeville
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Final Cut Pro 10 Training
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
AVID 7.2 Editing Training (Video Design Formatting)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Sound Editing Training (Sound Forge)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
First Prize at International Festival of Wildlife Films
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Life Sciences, Healthcare