I am a young, culture-curious media studies enthusiast who loves collecting books, vinyl, and knowledge, just as a penguin gathers pebbles. I have an analytic brain, a high attention to detail, and I like to work in a structured, methodical way. I have broad interests in culture, with a special focus on music and literature. Professionally, I enjoy audio and storytelling. I completed an MA in Media Studies: Journalism at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen and earned a BA in Dutch Language and Culture with a Journalism minor. I’ve written for local papers, edited association magazines, and contributed to music/media projects. My master’s thesis explored women in music journalism, reflecting my interest in culture, gender studies, and media research.

Nena Veenstra

I am a young, culture-curious media studies enthusiast who loves collecting books, vinyl, and knowledge, just as a penguin gathers pebbles. I have an analytic brain, a high attention to detail, and I like to work in a structured, methodical way. I have broad interests in culture, with a special focus on music and literature. Professionally, I enjoy audio and storytelling. I completed an MA in Media Studies: Journalism at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen and earned a BA in Dutch Language and Culture with a Journalism minor. I’ve written for local papers, edited association magazines, and contributed to music/media projects. My master’s thesis explored women in music journalism, reflecting my interest in culture, gender studies, and media research.

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I am a young, culture-curious media studies enthusiast who loves collecting books, vinyl, and knowledge, just as a penguin gathers pebbles. I have an analytic brain, a high attention to detail, and I like to work in a structured, methodical way. I have broad interests in culture, with a special focus on music and literature.

Professionally, I enjoy audio and storytelling. I completed an MA in Media Studies: Journalism at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen and earned a BA in Dutch Language and Culture with a Journalism minor. I’ve written for local papers, edited association magazines, and contributed to music/media projects. My master’s thesis explored women in music journalism, reflecting my interest in culture, gender studies, and media research.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Journalist at De Westerkrant
November 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Wrote articles about varying subjects of local interest for a Groningen-based local newspaper.
Intern at VPRO Club Lees
February 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Wrote articles for the VPRO website, participated in shooting days, recorded vox pops, edited videos, and created social media posts using Adobe software. Also contributed to brainstorms for video items.
Editor at Literatief (association magazine of Literaire Studentenvereniging Flanor)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Editor for the association magazine Literatief, contributing to content planning and editing.
Editor at 3voor12 Groningen
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Editor for Groningen edition; involved in content creation and editing for regional music coverage.
Book Reviewer at Leesplein, Bibliotheek Zuidoost Friesland
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Wrote book reviews for the library's publication and related media.
Writer at nenaveenstra.com
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Wrote posts for the personal blog nenaveenstra.com.
Intern at De Nieuwe Ooststellingwerver
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Internship at a local newspaper (newspaper internship described in extracurricular activities).
Volunteer – Digitalisation Project at University Library Groningen
June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Summer 2021 volunteer supporting digitalisation efforts at the university library.
Commissioner of Internal Affairs at Ganymedes
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Board XIV role focusing on internal affairs within the student association.
Monthly Substack Newsletter Editor at Self-employed / Substack
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produces and distributes a monthly Substack newsletter.

Education

Master of Arts in Media Studies (Journalism) at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Dutch Language and Culture at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
VWO+ at Stellingwerf College
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

DELF Scolaire B2
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Goethe German B1
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Cambridge English C2
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other