Jacobien van der Kleij

Jacobien van der Kleij is an experienced journalism professional currently working as a Nieuwsredacteur at Het Parool and as an Online Redacteur/Samensteller at Trouw. Previous roles include serving on the Buitenlandredactie at RTL and as an editor at Red Pers, with a specialization in British Affairs, UK politics, and student life in London. Jacobien's background also includes internships at VPRO and KRO-NCRV, and a position as a Communication Assistant for the Netherlands Enterprise Agency, focusing on conducting interviews and translating between French and English. Educational qualifications encompass a Master of Arts in Journalism from Kingston University, a Master's degree in Dutch/Flemish Language and Literature from Utrecht University, and various bachelor's degrees, including International/Global Studies from Université de Montréal. Jacobien's diverse skill set is complemented by previous experience in social media coordination and entrepreneurship in the fashion industry.