I am an investigative journalist and audio producer with over 20 years of experience conducting in-depth interviews, developing narrative stories, and producing programs for international media. I specialize in editorial leadership, research-driven reporting, and multimedia storytelling across radio, podcasts, and documentary support. I have led multicultural teams remotely and crafted human-centered narratives across diverse cultural contexts. I thrive on ethical verification, subject sourcing, and translating complex ideas into engaging, accessible content. Fluent in Romanian, French, English, Spanish, and Italian, I collaborate with contributors from around the world to bring impactful stories to life.

Ana Maria Florea-Harrison

I am an investigative journalist and audio producer with over 20 years of experience conducting in-depth interviews, developing narrative stories, and producing programs for international media. I specialize in editorial leadership, research-driven reporting, and multimedia storytelling across radio, podcasts, and documentary support. I have led multicultural teams remotely and crafted human-centered narratives across diverse cultural contexts. I thrive on ethical verification, subject sourcing, and translating complex ideas into engaging, accessible content. Fluent in Romanian, French, English, Spanish, and Italian, I collaborate with contributors from around the world to bring impactful stories to life.

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I am an investigative journalist and audio producer with over 20 years of experience conducting in-depth interviews, developing narrative stories, and producing programs for international media. I specialize in editorial leadership, research-driven reporting, and multimedia storytelling across radio, podcasts, and documentary support. I have led multicultural teams remotely and crafted human-centered narratives across diverse cultural contexts.

I thrive on ethical verification, subject sourcing, and translating complex ideas into engaging, accessible content. Fluent in Romanian, French, English, Spanish, and Italian, I collaborate with contributors from around the world to bring impactful stories to life.

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Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Journalist & Audio Producer at Radio France Internationale (RFI) – Bucharest Office
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2025
Led Europe Plus, a daily audio and digital press review produced with students from 20 countries across Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and Eurasia. Oversaw full production: research, content selection, scriptwriting, audio editing, narrative flow, and on-air presentation. Conducted investigative interviews, field reporting, and narrative pieces for RFI programs. Trained contributors in interviewing techniques, ethical journalism, and audio production, managing multicultural remote teams. Served as fixer and field producer for French radio and TV teams (TF1, M6, Canal+, France 2), supporting investigations, interviews, research, and on-site logistics for documentary stories. Managed end-to-end editorial workflow and evaluations for 4-month investigative training modules.
Founder & Creative Director at Riki & Friends Communications SRL
January 1, 2014 - Present
Produced and published bilingual (Romanian–French) narrative content for children. Created audio and video storytelling sessions (YouTube, schools, community events). Developed creative scripts and storylines, enhancing narrative production skills relevant to podcasting.
PR, Communications & CSR Manager at Cora Romania
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Company spokesperson responsible for crafting key messages and managing media inquiries, interviews, and high-visibility communications. Developed communication strategies and produced digital content, including directing video and audio materials for campaigns. Led community-based storytelling through the Lumea Cora Foundation, shaping narratives around social initiatives. Coordinated large-scale public events and ensured ethical communication standards.
Editorial Director & Managing Partner at Riviera Media Group
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Created and directed Secret Chef, Romania’s first glamorous gastronomy magazine. Managed concept development, editorial vision, story selection, interviews, and narrative structure. Supervised a team of writers, editors, and designers.
Journalist (Business & Lifestyle) at Business Media Group & Vivid Magazine
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005
Produced investigative economic articles and long-form interviews for Biz magazine. Coordinated the business news website Bizcity.ro. Covered expatriate community stories through in-depth interviews and feature reporting.
Journalist Fixer for French TV Networks at Various networks (TF1, Canal+, M6, France 2, RTBF)
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2010
Supported investigative teams with research, subject sourcing, interview coordination, translation, and on-site production. Facilitated sensitive interviews and assisted in crafting narrative structure for televised investigations.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism & Communication at Faculty of Journalism and Communication (FJSC), University of Bucharest
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2001
Diploma in Web and Environmental Journalism at Aarhus School of Journalism, Denmark
January 1, 2000 - December 7, 2025

Qualifications

Diploma in Web and Environmental Journalism
January 1, 2000 - December 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services