Solène Jimenez

Solène Jimenez has had a diverse and extensive career in the cultural sector. In 2021, they began their role as Head of International Business Development at Arenametrix, where they leverage data to develop audiences. Prior to this, they were a Peppered Expert at Peppered, a Project Manager at CineCrowd, a Production Coordinator for the International Dance Day (IDD) Festival 2018, a Project Manager for international youth exchanges at OFAJ/DFJW, a Marketing and Communication Assistant at LE BUREAU EXPORT (French Music Export Office), a Freelance Journalist at Aujourd'hui la Turquie, a Production Coordinator for Cinema, Media & Broadcasting at Institut français de Turquie - Türkiye Fransız Kültür Merkezi, a Coordinator of Educational activities at Théâtre National De Strasbourg, and an Assistant Coordinator of Volunteers at Street theatre Festival: Chalon dans la Rue.

Solène Jimenez has a diverse educational background. Solène began their studies in 2005 at Lycée Schoelcher in Martinique, where they earned a Baccalauréat in economy and social sciences with honours in 2008. Solène then attended Sciences Po from 2008 to 2011, where they earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government. In 2010, they participated in an exchange program at Leipzig University, studying Social Sciences. In 2013, they participated in a further exchange program at Sabanci University, studying Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis. From 2011 to 2014, they earned a Master of Public Administration - MPA from Sciences Po, with a focus on Cultural Policy and Management. Most recently, they are currently enrolled in a Master of Education - MEd program at Amsterdamse Hogeschool voor de Kunsten, studying Kunsteducatie.