Content & Media Leader with 6+ years of experience building editorial strategies, leading content teams, and scaling digital and traditional media operations in Côte d’Ivoire and France. I specialize in turning ideas into high-performing content systems, managing cross-functional teams, and driving audience growth through structure, creativity, and data-driven decisions. Native French speaker, fluent in English. I thrive on shaping brand narratives and building scalable formats that resonate with diverse audiences. I enjoy turning insights into actionable content, partnering with stakeholders, and delivering editorial excellence across both digital and traditional channels.

Léa Le Coq

Content & Media Leader with 6+ years of experience building editorial strategies, leading content teams, and scaling digital and traditional media operations in Côte d’Ivoire and France. I specialize in turning ideas into high-performing content systems, managing cross-functional teams, and driving audience growth through structure, creativity, and data-driven decisions. Native French speaker, fluent in English. I thrive on shaping brand narratives and building scalable formats that resonate with diverse audiences. I enjoy turning insights into actionable content, partnering with stakeholders, and delivering editorial excellence across both digital and traditional channels.

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Content & Media Leader with 6+ years of experience building editorial strategies, leading content teams, and scaling digital and traditional media operations in Côte d’Ivoire and France. I specialize in turning ideas into high-performing content systems, managing cross-functional teams, and driving audience growth through structure, creativity, and data-driven decisions. Native French speaker, fluent in English.

I thrive on shaping brand narratives and building scalable formats that resonate with diverse audiences. I enjoy turning insights into actionable content, partnering with stakeholders, and delivering editorial excellence across both digital and traditional channels.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Acquisitions Executive (Unscripted) at CANAL+
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Negotiated and acquired audiovisual rights for Pay TV, Free TV, and OTT platforms. Conducted strategic market analysis and editorial pre-selection of international programs. Handled commercial and legal negotiations for broadcasting contracts.
Business & Legal Affairs Executive at ADAMANT MEDIA
January 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019
Drafted and negotiated audiovisual and digital contracts. Developed 100% digital formats and brand content offers. Managed partnerships, influencers, and commercial strategies.
Administrator & Director of Production and Development at PLAN A
January 1, 2021 - Present
Led 13 major audiovisual productions (Canal+, A+ Ivoire, private partners) with over 400 episodes delivered. Managed teams of 50 to 110 people across production, technical, and post-production departments. Defined and implemented the company’s legal and administrative framework. Secured private financing and commercial partnerships. Directed strategic partnerships, recruitment, and human resources. Supervised the development of new TV series and coordinated writers’ rooms. Designed and launched a professional training program funded by the FEF (French Embassy).
Co-Founder & Editorial Director at ONDikwa I
January 1, 2024 - Present
Built and led one of Côte d’Ivoire’s fastest-growing digital media brands (260K+ followers, 1M likes on TikTok in 1 year). Designed the full editorial strategy: content pillars, tone of voice, news monitoring, scripts, production workflows. Managed a content team (journalists, community managers, video editors) and set up optimized processes on Notion. Supervised daily content production (2000+ pieces): infotainment, news, society topics, pop culture, fact-checking. Analyzed performance data to refine content priorities and increase reach and engagement. Ensured editorial quality, accuracy, and consistency across all formats. Resulted in strong brand identity and fast organic growth with high engagement among young African audiences.
Director & Administrator of Production and Development at PLAN A I
January 1, 2021 - Present
Led multidisciplinary teams (50–110 people) across editorial, technical, and post-production units. Managed large-scale content operations with 400+ episodes delivered for Canal+, A+ Ivoire, and private partners. Implemented organizational frameworks, internal processes, and reporting systems. Directed partnerships, recruitment, and team development. Coordinated writers’ rooms and supervised development of new TV series. Oversaw budget planning, strategic decisions, and cross-functional collaboration with partners and broadcasters. Results: Improved operational efficiency and expanded the company’s content portfolio.
Content Acquisitions Executive (Unscripted) at CANAL+
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Negotiated and acquired audiovisual rights for Pay TV, Free TV, and OTT platforms. Conducted strategic market analysis and editorial pre-selection of international programs. Handled commercial and legal negotiations for broadcasting contracts.

Education

Master 1 in International Law at Université Lyon 3
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Laws at Essex University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Master 2 in Media Law at Université Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Master 2 in Economics of Culture and Digital Industries at Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Double Degree: LLB English and French Laws at Essex University and Université Lyon 3
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Master 1 in International Law at Université Lyon 3
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Laws at Essex University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Master’s degree (Master 2) in Media Law at Université Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Master’s degree (Master 2) in Economics of Culture and Digital Industries at Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Master 2 in Economics of Culture and Digital Industries at Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Master 2 in Media Law at Université Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
LLB English and French Law (Double Degree) at Essex University / Université Lyon 3
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education