Alex Mason

Principal Advisor - Media at New Zealand Defence Force

Alex Mason is an experienced media professional currently serving as Principal Advisor - Media at the New Zealand Defence Force since March 2022, previously holding the role of Senior Public Affairs Advisor. Prior experience includes serving as Press Secretary for an Associate Minister of Health during the Government's Covid-19 response at the Department of Internal Affairs (NZ) and extensive reporting roles at NZME Radio, culminating in the position of Chief Political Reporter at Newstalk ZB. Alex has a strong background in political journalism, having covered various policy areas, including the 2020 general election. Additional experience includes editorial roles at APN News & Media, Libel, and CRACCUM Magazine, along with internships at prominent media outlets. Alex holds a Bachelor of Communication Studies with a focus on Journalism from Auckland University of Technology.

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