Evelien Kunst

Evelien Kunst is a seasoned professional in journalism and media education, currently serving as the Project Coordinator for Talent Development at the Dutch Fund for In-depth Journalism since May 2021. Prior experience includes freelance consulting in photography and marketing, and roles such as Coordinator/Trainer for the National Geographic Photography Masterclass and Guest Lecturer at Fotoacademie. Evelien co-founded Laika Productions, focused on innovative storytelling, and has held directorship at the Narrative Journalism Foundation Netherlands, promoting literary non-fiction in Dutch media. Additionally, Evelien provides consultancy for Spot On Stories and has contributed to various educational endeavors, earning a Master of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Amsterdam. Continuing professional development includes certifications in counseling and digital audio storytelling.