Melvin Captein

Melvin Captein is an experienced journalist with a focus on online media and innovation. Currently serving as a Redacteur at LinkedIn since June 2022, Melvin previously worked at NOS from August 2014 to June 2022 in various roles, including Lead Online Editor and Editor-in-Chief at NOS op 3, where significant contributions were made to the evolution of the brand into a multidisciplinary newsroom. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Melvin was integral to the NOS corona desk, producing content across multiple platforms. Education includes a Master of Science in Communication Science from the University of Amsterdam and a Master of Arts in Journalism & New Media from Leiden University, complemented by a diverse background in freelance journalism, blogging, and marketing across various media outlets.