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I am a bilingual French-English communications and media professional with more than 10 years of experience creating content, programming music, and developing editorial strategies across radio, television, and digital platforms. I specialize in French-Canadian music culture, cultural commentary, music research, and audience-focused storytelling. I enjoy collaborating with artists, media professionals, and production teams to bring engaging cultural stories to life. My work has been recognized through a Gala Dynastie nomination, high-performing long-form content, and music coverage featured on Radio-Canada's OHdio platform.…I am a bilingual French-English communications and media professional with more than 10 years of experience creating content, programming music, and developing editorial strategies across radio, television, and digital platforms. I specialize in French-Canadian music culture, cultural commentary, music research, and audience-focused storytelling. I enjoy collaborating with artists, media professionals, and production teams to bring engaging cultural stories to life. My work has been recognized through a Gala Dynastie nomination, high-performing long-form content, and music coverage featured on Radio-Canada's OHdio platform.

Barbara Laurenstin

Content Creator, Presenter, Music Editor, +3

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I am a bilingual French-English communications and media professional with more than 10 years of experience creating content, programming music, and developing editorial strategies across radio, television, and digital platforms. I specialize in French-Canadian music culture, cultural commentary, music research, and audience-focused storytelling. I enjoy collaborating with artists, media professionals, and production teams to bring engaging cultural stories to life. My work has been recognized through a Gala Dynastie nomination, high-performing long-form content, and music coverage featured on Radio-Canada's OHdio platform.…I am a bilingual French-English communications and media professional with more than 10 years of experience creating content, programming music, and developing editorial strategies across radio, television, and digital platforms. I specialize in French-Canadian music culture, cultural commentary, music research, and audience-focused storytelling. I enjoy collaborating with artists, media professionals, and production teams to bring engaging cultural stories to life. My work has been recognized through a Gala Dynastie nomination, high-performing long-form content, and music coverage featured on Radio-Canada's OHdio platform.

Available to hire

I am a bilingual French-English communications and media professional with more than 10 years of experience creating content, programming music, and developing editorial strategies across radio, television, and digital platforms. I specialize in French-Canadian music culture, cultural commentary, music research, and audience-focused storytelling.

I enjoy collaborating with artists, media professionals, and production teams to bring engaging cultural stories to life. My work has been recognized through a Gala Dynastie nomination, high-performing long-form content, and music coverage featured on Radio-Canada’s OHdio platform.

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Expert

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Intermediate

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French

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English

Fluent

Work Experience

Researcher at KOTV

November 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023

Conducted subject matter research, coordinated interviews, supported editorial alignment, and completed administrative follow-up for the documentary T'es belle pour une noire.

Music Columnist & Researcher at Radio-Canada - ICI Première

August 1, 2022 - Present

Creates music programming and specialized editorial content, conducts music and cultural trend analysis, coordinates interviews, and develops content focused on French-Canadian music and culture.

Content Researcher at Radio-Canada - ICI Musique

October 1, 2020 - Present

Conducts music industry research, supports editorial strategy and promotional campaigns, identifies emerging artists, and contributes to music programming initiatives.

Associate Producer at Radio-Canada - ICI Télé

March 1, 2018 - October 1, 2020

Coordinated production activities, prepared research documentation, and developed creative television segments in collaboration with production teams.

Cultural Reporter & Weather Presenter at TJ Ottawa-Gatineau, Radio-Canada

November 1, 2016 - October 1, 2020

Covered cultural events and conducted live and prerecorded interviews while delivering dynamic on-air presentations for television audiences.

Cultural Reporter & Weather Presenter at Radio-Canada - TJ Ottawa-Gatineau

November 1, 2016 - October 1, 2020

Covered cultural events, conducted live and pre-recorded interviews, and presented dynamic on-air segments for television news programming.

Host & Researcher at tvROGERS

October 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017

Hosted television programming, coordinated guests, conducted content research, and collaborated with production teams on show development and delivery.

Human Resources Assistant at Radio-Canada

March 1, 2011 - September 1, 2012

Supported internal communications, recruitment, employee relations, and human resources projects.

HR Administrative Support at Shared Services, Radio-Canada

November 1, 2009 - March 1, 2011

Managed employee files, coordinated payroll-related administration, maintained HR documentation, and provided employee support.