I’m Andy Clark, an international communications professional with a focus on strategic storytelling, podcast production and human-rights–driven journalism. Over the years I have led newsroom operations, steered large media projects, and helped organisations craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences across English and Dutch. I work across studios and in the field, with hands-on experience in training teams, developing content strategies, and delivering multi-channel podcast series. Today I’m independent, dedicated to podcast development, training, consultancy and production services for both commercial and non-profit sectors. I run Studio LIjn 14, a Dutch‑English podcast production company, and collaborate on on-site and remote productions, live streaming, and capacity building for clients worldwide.

Andy Clark

I’m Andy Clark, an international communications professional with a focus on strategic storytelling, podcast production and human-rights–driven journalism. Over the years I have led newsroom operations, steered large media projects, and helped organisations craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences across English and Dutch. I work across studios and in the field, with hands-on experience in training teams, developing content strategies, and delivering multi-channel podcast series. Today I’m independent, dedicated to podcast development, training, consultancy and production services for both commercial and non-profit sectors. I run Studio LIjn 14, a Dutch‑English podcast production company, and collaborate on on-site and remote productions, live streaming, and capacity building for clients worldwide.

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I’m Andy Clark, an international communications professional with a focus on strategic storytelling, podcast production and human-rights–driven journalism. Over the years I have led newsroom operations, steered large media projects, and helped organisations craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences across English and Dutch. I work across studios and in the field, with hands-on experience in training teams, developing content strategies, and delivering multi-channel podcast series.

Today I’m independent, dedicated to podcast development, training, consultancy and production services for both commercial and non-profit sectors. I run Studio LIjn 14, a Dutch‑English podcast production company, and collaborate on on-site and remote productions, live streaming, and capacity building for clients worldwide.

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Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Fluent

Work Experience

Radio News Producer / Senior Programme Producer at Radio Netherlands Worldwide (De Wereldomroep)
October 1, 1998 - October 31, 2007
Various positions in radio and internet news; senior programme producer.
Head of the English Department at Radio Netherlands Worldwide (De Wereldomroep)
May 1, 2007 - November 1, 2011
Oversaw English-language programming and staff.
Head of Newsroom at Radio Netherlands Worldwide (De Wereldomroep)
November 1, 2011 - December 1, 2012
Led newsroom operations and editorial processes.
Senior Project Manager at Radio Netherlands Worldwide (De Wereldomroep)
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Managed international journalism projects and cross-media initiatives.
News Producer / Presenter at Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK)
May 1, 1994 - Present
English-language daily live broadcasts; news producer and presenter.
Freelance Journalist at South China Morning Post
February 1, 1994 - May 1, 1994
Hong Kong freelance journalist contributing to SCM Post.
Radio Producer at BBC Radio Derby
September 1, 1993 - Present
Regional radio journalist and producer.
Radio Producer at BBC Radio Stoke
October 1, 1993 - Present
Regional radio journalist and producer.
Journalist at Stockport Express
October 1, 1988 - Present
Regional newspaper journalist; started as trainee and progressed to Chief Reporter.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Humanities/Social Studies (Second Class Honours, 1st Division) at Manchester Polytechnic (now Manchester Metropolitan University)
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 1988
A-levels at Marton Sixth Form College, Middlesbrough
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
O-levels at Brookside Comprehensive, Middlesbrough
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026

Qualifications

National Certificate Examination
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 1990
Move On tailored training on Storytelling, Learning and Persuasion Techniques and Audience Mapping
March 3, 2012 - March 3, 2012
Fundraising Proposal Writing Course – Writing Winning Proposals and Building Effective Partnerships – MDF
February 4, 2016 - February 18, 2026
Journalism for Social Change
June 1, 2016 - February 18, 2026
Practical Project Management
February 10, 2016 - February 18, 2026
Managing Professionals – Leidinggeven aan Professionals – Media Academy Hilversum
November 21, 2008 - February 18, 2026
Beeckestijn Online Communication, Strategy and Leadership advanced training
October 26, 2016 - December 31, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization