Ernst-Jan Pfauth is a prominent Dutch journalist and co-founder of De Correspondent, where he currently serves as the CEO. Known for his innovative approach to journalism, Pfauth is celebrated for his contributions to digital media and his commitment to fostering in-depth, ad-free journalism.
Ernst-Jan Pfauth stepped down as CEO of The Correspondent to focus on his role at De Correspondent. His decision was part of a strategic shift to strengthen the Dutch platform and ensure its continued success in delivering quality journalism.
The Correspondent officially launched, expanding the reach of De Correspondent's journalism model to a global audience. Despite challenges, the platform aimed to replicate the success of its Dutch counterpart by focusing on in-depth, member-funded journalism.
Pfauth spearheaded a crowdfunding campaign to launch 'The Correspondent', the English-language counterpart to De Correspondent. The campaign aimed to bring the platform's unique journalism model to an international audience, raising over $2.6 million.
Pfauth published 'Writing for the Web', a book that offers insights into effective online writing and digital storytelling. The book became a valuable resource for journalists and content creators looking to enhance their digital presence and engage online audiences.
Ernst-Jan Pfauth co-founded De Correspondent, an ad-free, member-funded journalism platform, alongside Rob Wijnberg. The platform aimed to provide in-depth, quality journalism, free from the pressures of advertising revenue, and quickly gained a substantial following.
In 2010, Pfauth was appointed as the Editor-in-Chief of nrc.next, a daily newspaper aimed at a younger audience. His leadership focused on integrating digital strategies and engaging a new generation of readers, significantly impacting the paper's reach and influence.
Ernst-Jan Pfauth started his journalism career at NRC Handelsblad, one of the leading newspapers in the Netherlands. During his time there, he focused on digital journalism and blogging, which laid the foundation for his future endeavors in digital media.
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