Edouard Reis Carona
About Edouard Reis Carona
Edouard Reis Carona is a seasoned journalist and editor currently serving as the Rédacteur En Chef Délégué En Charge Du Numérique Et De L’innovation at Ouest-France, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in sports journalism and editorial management, having held various positions at Ouest-France and other media outlets since the early 1990s.
Current Role at Ouest-France
Edouard Reis Carona serves as Rédacteur en chef délégué en charge du numérique et de l’innovation at Ouest-France since 2016. In this role, he oversees digital initiatives, including podcasts and social media strategies. He coordinates all digital projects, focusing on enhancing editorial performance and audience engagement. His responsibilities also include managing 'Le Mur des podcasts', a dedicated podcast platform for Ouest-France.
Previous Experience at Ouest-France
Edouard Reis Carona has held multiple positions at Ouest-France throughout his career. He worked as Chef départemental des sports in Ille-et-Vilaine from 1999 to 2004 and later served as Chef départemental des sports in Vendée and Côtes d'Armor. He also held roles such as Attaché à la rédaction en chef and Rédacteur en chef délégué à l'information numérique. His extensive experience at Ouest-France spans various departments and responsibilities.
Experience in Journalism
Before his current role, Edouard Reis Carona worked as a Correspondant sports at Europe 1 and as a Correspondant for AFP. His journalism career includes a significant tenure at Ouest-France, where he contributed to local and regional news coverage. He has also worked as a Correspondant for France Football at AMAURY MEDIAS, further broadening his experience in sports journalism.
Educational Background
Edouard Reis Carona studied at Université de Caen Basse Normandie, where he earned a Licence and later a Maîtrise in Sociologie et anthropologie. His foundational education also includes a Baccalauréat in Économie from Lycée Fresnel Caen. This academic background supports his expertise in journalism and digital media.
Innovative Projects and Initiatives
Edouard Reis Carona has developed 'Lab Présidentielle 2022', an editorial innovation space focused on the 2022 election. He leads 'La Fabrique à Stories', an initiative aimed at innovative storytelling within Ouest-France. Additionally, he participates in the hiring committee for journalists and serves on the steering committee of Off7, the startup accelerator of the Ouest-France group.