SERTAC AKTAN

Sertac Aktan is a journalist based in Brussel, Belgium

 Dynamic journalist with 15+ years of experience with an extensive social network. Adept at incorporating feedback and digital storytelling within deadlines. In-depth knowledge of EU affairs and politics. Today I work for Euronews to produce written and audio-visual pieces for online consumption. I have the skills to use all the necessary hardware and software tools for the job. Able to take on any issue and quickly take advantage of current public opinion. Knowledgeable about digital media, social media and website management. Hardworking, reliable and entrepreneurial professional.

Writer:

I am the author of the book "Any Hope for Turkey's EU Membership?" (Türkiye'nin AB Üyeligi için Umut Var Mı?) Published by Tekin Yayınevi. Istanbul, January 2015.

Journalist:

As a Europe Correspondent, I am Brussels-based for the last 13 years. Closely following EU and NATO Affairs. Specialized on EU Enlargement, EU-Turkey Relations and Foreign Affairs. Special interest in Turkish politics, energy security, environmental policies.

Content Creator:

I am also a youtuber who creates educational explanatory videos on different topics using professional editing software and all sorts of filming equipment. I do my own post production for creating animations, effects and graphics.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

2016 -- now: EURONEWS

2013 -- 2015: BBC, DW, WDR News Services, Radio show on news and analysis for Belgian radio 'Gold FM'. Writing columns and articles for various Turkish internet news portals.

2007 – 2013: International News Agency IHA, Europe Correspondent. Articles for Hurriyet Daily Newspaper.

2005 – 2007: Politics and foreign news correspondent in the national daily 'Forum Newspaper' and reporter for 'The Business Channel'

Social Profile:

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/seraktan/

Twitter -  https://twitter.com/sertac_aktan

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