Julia R. Arévalo

Julia R. Arévalo has extensive experience in the media industry. Julia is currently the Chief Executive Officer at EPA Images, where they are leading the transformation of the company to adapt to the challenges of the industry. Julia started this role in 2020 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and has initiated a change management process to expand the business and realize its full market potential.

Before their current position, Julia held various roles at Agencia EFE. Julia was the Deputy Foreign News Director from April 2019 to June 2020, where they were in charge of the international wires in English and managed a multimedia service with European Pressphoto Agency (EPA). Julia also served as the Multimedia Projects Manager & Foreign News Editor from November 2013 to April 2019, overseeing major multimedia projects and reportages on foreign affairs.

Julia's previous experience includes being a Bureau Chief in Paraguay, where they covered significant events such as Fernando Lugo's impeachment and Paraguay's expulsion from MERCOSUR. Julia was also the Bureau Chief for South Asia, involved in training and coordinating the first multimedia team and striking agreements with news agencies. Additionally, they have worked as a Senior Editor & Reporter, Deputy Bureau Chief for the Balkans, Radio Editor & Presenter, Correspondent in the former USSR, Foreign News Editor, and Reporter & Photographer for the Reportage Department.

Throughout their career, Julia has covered a wide range of notable events and conducted interviews with prominent figures. Julia'swork includes coverage of the disintegration of Yugoslavia, the bombing of the Russian Supreme Soviet, and various international summits and crisis situations.

Overall, Julia R. Arévalo has extensive experience in media management, international coverage, and leading multimedia teams.

Julia R. Arévalo holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, which they obtained between 1984 and 1989. Julia also attended IEPA Institute for Audiovisual Journalism between an unspecified time period and graduated in Radio and Television. In addition, they studied Russian Language at Peoples' Friendship University of Russia from 1992 to 1995 and English Language at Escuela Oficial de Idiomas from 1983 to 1987.