Sebastian Wirth
About Sebastian Wirth
Sebastian Wirth is a Social Media Editor at Deutsche Welle, specializing in current politics, and has worked in various roles in journalism and research since 2021. He holds a Master's degree in Television Journalism and is multilingual, with interests in international affairs and documentary filmmaking.
Current Role at Deutsche Welle
Sebastian Wirth serves as a Social Media Editor focusing on current politics at Deutsche Welle since 2021. His role involves managing social media content related to political news, ensuring timely updates and audience engagement. Based in Berlin, he utilizes his multilingual skills to reach diverse audiences and cover a range of international stories.
Experience at Thomson Reuters
Sebastian Wirth has been working at Thomson Reuters as TV News Editorial Desk Support since 2021. In this position, he contributes to the editorial process, assisting in the production and dissemination of news content. His experience in this role complements his background in journalism and media.
Educational Background
Sebastian Wirth holds a Master's degree in Television Journalism from City, University of London, where he studied from 2020 to 2021. He also completed a Bachelor of Arts in Area Studies Asia/Africa at Humboldt University of Berlin from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he studied Cinematography and Film/Video Production at TAFE NSW in 2020.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current roles, Sebastian Wirth gained diverse experience in the media industry. He worked as a Junior Researcher at RENEGADE PICTURES (UK) LIMITED and as a Videojournalist at AFP, both in 2021. He also held positions at Caravan Media and Deutsche Welle, contributing to various aspects of media production and research.
Multilingual Proficiency and Interests
Sebastian Wirth is multilingual, proficient in German, English, French, and Farsi. This skill enhances his ability to cover international stories effectively. His interests include international affairs, geopolitics, and social issues, which inform his work as a journalist and documentary researcher, reflecting his aspiration to become a documentary filmmaker.