Isobel Owen
About Isobel Owen
Isobel Owen is a Senior Audience Editor at The Economist, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a Master of Arts in News Journalism from Cardiff University and has previously served as a Social Media Editor and Writer in various roles.
Work at The Economist
Isobel Owen has been serving as the Senior Audience Editor at The Economist since 2022. In this role, she focuses on audience engagement strategies and content distribution to enhance the publication's reach. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Social Media Editor at The Economist from 2019 to 2022, where she managed the organization's social media presence and developed strategies to engage with readers across various platforms. Her contributions have been part of The Economist's award-winning team, which has received recognition for its innovative approach to journalism.
Education and Expertise
Isobel Owen holds a Master of Arts in News Journalism from Cardiff University, where she studied from 2018 to 2019. She is also NCTJ-trained at Cardiff University's JOMEC, a notable journalism school. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management with a Year in Industry from the University of Birmingham, studying from 2014 to 2018. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both journalism and business management, enhancing her capabilities in audience engagement and content strategy.
Background
Isobel Owen began her career in journalism as a Writer for Birmingham Grapevine from 2017 to 2018. She also gained experience as an Editorial Intern at Fenice Media Ltd during the same period. Before entering the field of journalism, she worked as a Marketing Manager at FlashSticks from 2016 to 2017. Her diverse work experiences have contributed to her understanding of both editorial and marketing aspects of media.
Achievements
Isobel Owen received the Wincott Foundation Business Journalism scholarship, which recognizes her potential and commitment to the field of business journalism. Her work at The Economist has been part of an award-winning team, contributing to the publication's accolades in the industry. These achievements reflect her dedication to high-quality journalism and audience engagement.