Emily
van Velthooven

Emily van Velthooven is an experienced journalist and media consultancy specialist, with close to a decade of experience across television, print and digital platforms.

At Television New Zealand (TVNZ) Emily worked as a television reporter for 1News, the largest broadcast news network in the country, with a strong focus on health, legislation, trade unions, and breaking news.

Away from journalism, Emily was part of national and international coverage of the hugely commercial 2021 America’s Cup. Later that year, Emily also hosted New Zealand’s coverage of the Tokyo Paralympic Games.

Emily has since redirected her skills into media consultancy, strategic communications, and marketing. Having extensive experience on the other side of the camera, Emily has a strong understanding of the fundamentals that goes into telling a story. In the last few years, she’s advised and assisted a range of businesses both locally within New Zealand and in Europe.