Chris Stead
About Chris Stead
Chris Stead is a seasoned editor and founder based in Sydney, Australia, with extensive experience in sports, entertainment, technology, and travel. He has worked at finder.com.au since 2015 and founded Old Mate Media in 2013, where he has developed content that reaches over 12 million readers monthly.
Work at Finder
Chris Stead has served as the Sports, Entertainment, Technology and Travel Editor at finder.com.au since 2015. In this role, he has contributed to the site's coverage of various topics, providing insights and information relevant to readers interested in sports, entertainment, technology, and travel. His tenure at Finder spans over nine years, during which he has established a reputation for delivering quality content in the competitive online media landscape.
Founder of Old Mate Media
Since 2013, Chris Stead has been the Founder of Old Mate Media, a content creation agency based in Sydney, Australia. Under his leadership, the agency has developed a diverse portfolio, reaching over 12 million readers globally each month. Old Mate Media specializes in various content formats, including assisting indie authors with self-publishing children's books and cookbooks, showcasing Stead's commitment to supporting emerging writers.
Education and Expertise
Chris Stead attended Mona Vale Public School from 1983 to 1990, followed by studies at the University of Sydney from 1997 to 2000. He focused on Ecology and achieved qualifications in Molecular Biology and Genetics. His educational background provides a foundation for his analytical skills and understanding of complex subjects, which he applies in his editorial work and content creation.
Previous Experience at IDG Communications
Before his current roles, Chris Stead worked at IDG Communications (Australia) as a Guest Editor from 2003 to 2007. During his four years at IDG, he gained valuable experience in editorial processes and content management, which contributed to his development as a professional in the media industry.
Collaborations and Projects
Chris Stead has collaborated with a wide range of clients, including UNSW, NBN Co., and IGN, among others. He has also developed a magazine dedicated to the popular game Fortnite, which is distributed in newsagents, supermarkets, and department stores. These projects highlight his versatility and ability to engage with various audiences across different platforms.