Jamie Freed
About Jamie Freed
Jamie Freed serves as the Chief Correspondent for Asia Aviation and Defence at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked since 2017. He has a strong background in journalism, with extensive experience covering the aviation and defence sectors in the Asia-Pacific region.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Jamie Freed serves as the Chief Correspondent for Asia Aviation and Defence at Thomson Reuters. In this role, she has been responsible for leading coverage of aviation and defence procurement in the Asia-Pacific region since 2017. Her work provides insights into industry trends and developments, enhancing the understanding of these sectors within the region.
Education and Expertise
Jamie Freed has a strong academic background in history and journalism. She studied at Brandeis University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies and History from 1999 to 2003. She also completed a Master of Science in Journalism at Northwestern University in 2004. Additionally, she studied history at the University of Sydney for 11 months in 2001, which contributed to her expertise in reporting.
Professional Background
Freed has a diverse professional background in journalism, with significant experience at various media organizations. Prior to her current role, she worked at Thomson Reuters as a Senior Correspondent for company news from 2016 to 2017. She also held several positions at The Australian Financial Review, including Senior Companies Reporter and Senior Resources Reporter, from 2010 to 2016. Earlier in her career, she was a Business Reporter at The Sydney Morning Herald from 2005 to 2009.
Regional Reporting Experience
From July 2017 to October 2019, Freed was based in Singapore, where she enhanced regional reporting capabilities for Reuters News. This experience allowed her to deepen her understanding of the aviation and defence sectors in the Asia-Pacific region, further establishing her as a key figure in these industries.