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Seamus Kearney

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About Seamus
I am passionate about sharing great stories in the most innovative and engaging way possible. 

An Irish/New Zealand national, my career as a senior broadcast journalist now spans more than 30 years. I worked as a senior journalist, presenter & producer at EuronewsNBC for 14 years and at numerous other media groups including the BBC, Radio France International and Radio New Zealand. 

I am now an independent journalist, France & Europe correspondent, debate & conference moderator and media trainer/consultant. 

I am fluent in French, having lived in France for more than 20 years, and happy to work in both English and French. I am based in the cities of Paris and Lyon, but willing to travel and work anywhere.  

​I can be called upon to cover breaking news stories and I am ready to travel to neighbouring cities or countries at short notice. 

As well as being specialised in European and international affairs, covering many major news stories live on television and radio, I produced and presented numerous global programmes at EuronewsNBC for many years. 

The shows - Right On, Postcards, Urban Visions, Life, Focus, Target and Metropolitans - put the spotlight on a wide variety of subjects, from human rights to culture and tourism, in many different countries around the world. 

I have also worked as a radio and television tutor at one of France's top journalism schools, the CFJ in Paris, and my most recent work as a media relations consultant has been for the likes of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation and the World Bank in Africa. 

My work as a moderator has been for high-profile events including a debate on Brexit at the World Travel Market in London and for an event in The Hague held by the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights.

My website is: www.seamuskearneymedia.com
Languages
English French
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
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Skills
Business Finance Politics
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Portfolio

Examples of radio culture features. BBC World Service ‘The Ticket’ programme: two reports from New Zealand.

Examples of radio news features. BBC World Service ‘Weekend’ programme: various radio reports from Paris

Example of regular live radio correspondent spot on Radio New Zealand National. Europe correspondent for Nine to Noon.

07 Jun 2019

Radio New Zealand: Live studio commentary on troubles within the EU.

07 Jun 2019

Example of TV show Urban Visions, which I presented and produced. The winds of change in Austin, Texas.

Example of TV show Urban Visions, which I presented and produced. Breathing better in the Big Apple.

Example of TV news story. Deadly Grenfell Tower inferno in London.

07 Jun 2019

Example of light TV news feature. Euronews opens new global headquarters.

Example of TV news story/interview. Zimbabwean leader Robert Mugabe ousted.

Example of breaking news live. Phone report from New Zealand on big earthquake.

Example of TV news interview, with David Miliband, the former British Foreign Secretary.

Example of Euronews TV programme Right On, which I presented and produced. "How to tackle bullying in schools".

Example of TV programme Right On, which I presented and produced. "The distance between the EU and its citizens".

Example of TV programme I produced and presented. Metropolitans: Tokyo, the water city

07 Jun 2019

Example of TV programme I produced and presented. Postcards from Almaty: The impressive Charyn Canyon

Example of TV programme: Euronews' Postcards from Japan. The fastest mochi pounders.

Example of conference/debate moderating: Brexit debate at the World Travel Market, London. (3 mins into video, then from 15 mins 55 secs)

Example of newspaper feature: New Zealand Herald. Iraqis in NZ speak out against Saddam Hussein

07 Jun 2019

Example of Euronews website feature: Unfinished Hundertwasser art project revived in NZ

07 Jun 2019

Radio New Zealand: Web article from WW1 centenary commemorations, with ITVs and footage I produced at the event

07 Jun 2019

Examples of television trailers for a Euronews programme I presented and produced, Postcards.

Live radio presenting on day of September 11 attacks - Radio France International

Live for BBC World News from the fire at Notre Dame in Paris.

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Mystery deepens in French murder case

22 Dec 2017
Nordahl Lelandais, a 34-year-old ex-soldier, has been arrested in southeastern France on suspicion of murder, prompting police to reopen several unresolved cases of murder and missing persons. Lelandais is a formal suspect in the disappearance of a nine-year-old girl from an Isere wedding in August and the death of a young soldier in Chambery in April. Police are investigating potential links to other cases, including a Belgian man's disappearance in July, two men missing since 2011 and 2012, and the 2012 Chevaline murders of a British family and a cyclist. Additionally, the father of a girl who disappeared in 2003 is urging police to investigate a possible connection, as Lelandais previously served in that region.

Australian Senators approve same-sex marriage law

29 Nov 2017
The Australian Senate has passed legislation supporting same-sex marriage, overcoming conservative opposition to the provision of wedding services to gay couples. Senate opposition leader Penny Wong highlighted the significance of the day and the progress towards equality. The bill is expected to pass in the lower house of parliament following overwhelming public support in a postal survey.

Trump meets and tweets (insults) ahead of ASEAN

12 Nov 2017
President Trump met with Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte ahead of an ASEAN summit in Manila, where both leaders, known for their controversial and maverick styles, were expected to discuss human rights and North Korea. Trump's tweet about Kim Jong-un's insult overshadowed the summit's eve, while he also offered to mediate in the South China Sea dispute. Large protests and a significant security operation marked Trump's visit to Manila, with trade issues also anticipated to be a key topic at the summit.

No sweets in this vending machine, but oysters yes!

04 Aug 2017
An oyster farm on the Ile de Re island in France has introduced a refrigerated vending machine that sells fresh oysters 24/7. The owner, Tony Berthelot, believes this new distribution method will attract younger customers and boost sales outside of regular working hours. Customers have expressed appreciation for the convenience and freshness of the oysters available from the machine.

Growing row in Italy over claims of NGOs colluding with smugglers

29 Apr 2017
In Italy, there is a controversy surrounding allegations that NGOs rescuing migrants at sea may have colluded with Libyan smugglers. Italy's justice minister has denounced these claims as false. Sicilian prosecutor Carmelo Zuccaro, who made the accusations, has been summoned by the High Council of the Judiciary to elaborate on his claims. Zuccaro suggests that some NGOs could be funded by smugglers and may have aims such as destabilizing the Italian economy. He claims to have evidence of phone calls between smugglers and some NGOs, but no criminal investigation has been initiated. NGOs have refuted the allegations, emphasizing their mission to save lives.

Amid calls for inquiry, Syria again denies chemical attack

06 Apr 2017
Syria has denied responsibility for the chemical attack in Khan Sheikhoun that killed at least 70 people, including children. Western countries, including the US, have blamed Damascus, despite its denials and a call for a neutral inquiry suggested by Russia. The UN Special Advisor Jan Egeland expressed hope that the incident would revitalize diplomatic efforts for peace. Meanwhile, burials for the victims have taken place, and the theory of a rebel depot leak suggested by Russia and Syria has been dismissed by the West.

Tailwind of Cyclone Debbie wreaks havoc in New Zealand

06 Apr 2017
Cyclone Debbie's tailwind has led to severe flooding and landslides in New Zealand, prompting the evacuation of thousands, including nearly all residents of Edgecumbe in the North Island. The event is described as a once-in-500-years occurrence. Edgecumbe, which was the epicenter of a significant earthquake in March 1987, is particularly susceptible to flooding. The cyclone had previously hit the Australian coast before moving to New Zealand.

Calls for calm in Paris amid clashes over police shooting

30 Mar 2017
In Paris, calls for calm have emerged after three nights of clashes between police and the Chinese community, following the police killing of a Chinese man in his home. The man's family has appealed for calm despite the turmoil. French police are investigating the incident, where the 56-year-old was shot in front of his family. The police claim he attacked officers with scissors, but this is disputed by some media reports and the family, who say he was cutting fish. Beijing has called for a thorough investigation and summoned a French diplomat for explanations.
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