Victoria Turk

Victoria Turk is a freelance journalist based in London, with a strong focus on technology and its intersection with humanity. She has a diverse background in journalism, having worked for prominent publications such as WIRED, New Scientist, Rest of World, the New York Times, and VICE.

Education

• Master of Science in Journalism: Graduated with honors from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, where she concentrated on magazine journalism with coursework in news reporting, long-form magazine writing, investigative journalism, and digital media.1
• Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages: First-class honors in Modern Languages (French and German) from the University of Oxford.1

Career Highlights

• Freelance Journalist: Currently working as a freelance journalist, focusing on stories related to technology, AI, digital culture, the gig economy, and the global impacts of tech companies.12
• Features Director at Rest of World: Commissioned and edited long-form features on technology outside the West, working with journalists from various regions to cover topics like AI, electric vehicles, and tech companies' global impacts.1
• Features Editor at WIRED UK: Edited and wrote long-form features across print and digital platforms, covering topics such as international train travel and the business of Formula 1.1
• Technology Editor at New Scientist: Edited technology news stories for both print and online editions.1
• UK Editor at Motherboard (VICE Media): Led the UK edition of Motherboard, focusing on technology and science.1

Skills and Interests

• Language Skills: Proficient in German and French.1
• Speaking and Moderation: Engages in speaking at tech events, moderating panel discussions, presenting video documentaries, and hosting podcasts.1
• Story Focus: Interested in stories that explore the real-world impacts of technology on different populations.1