Elizabeth Barry
About Elizabeth Barry
Elizabeth Barry is a Senior Editor at Finder, specializing in global financial niches such as banking, investments, and cryptocurrency. She has a diverse background in journalism and editorial roles, having progressed through various positions at Finder since 2013.
Work at Finder
Elizabeth Barry has held multiple roles at Finder since joining the organization. She began her career there as a Journalist from 2013 to 2017, where she contributed to various content initiatives. She progressed to the position of Editor from 2017 to 2018, further enhancing her editorial skills. From 2018 to 2021, she served as the Global Fintech Editor, focusing on financial technology topics. Currently, she is the Senior Editor, a role she has occupied since 2021. In this position, she emphasizes global financial niches, including banking, investments, and cryptocurrency.
Previous Experience at Mahlab Media
Before joining Finder, Elizabeth worked at Mahlab Media as an Editorial Coordinator for eight months in 2012 and 2013. This role provided her with foundational editorial experience and skills that she later applied in her positions at Finder. Her time at Mahlab Media contributed to her understanding of content management and editorial processes.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Barry has an extensive educational background. She studied at PLC Sydney from 1998 to 2008, completing her secondary education. She then pursued higher education at the University of Technology, Sydney, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, specializing in Social Inquiry, from 2010 to 2012. Following this, she obtained a Master of Arts in Creative Writing from the same university in 2014. Her academic training supports her expertise in content creation and editorial strategy.
Achievements in Journalism
Elizabeth received a Highly Commended award for Best New Journalist at the 2017 Lizzies. This recognition highlights her contributions to journalism and her commitment to quality reporting. Her work has been influential in the financial sector, particularly in areas related to fintech and global finance.
Professional Development and Projects
Throughout her career at Finder, Elizabeth has progressed from a centralized content creation role to a content creator and strategist within the global team. She has been involved in various projects that include copywriting, video production, and conducting interviews. Her diverse skill set allows her to contribute effectively to the development of content strategies that resonate with a global audience.