Stephanie Stelko
@stephaniestelko
PhD candidate and journalist specializing in sociology and media.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated PhD candidate in Sociology at the University of Amsterdam, where I am exploring critical social issues under the guidance of esteemed supervisors. My academic journey is complemented by a rich background in journalism, where I have honed my skills as a reporter, anchor, and editor across various media platforms in Croatia.
Throughout my career, I have received notable recognition for my work, including the prestigious "Joško Martinović" award for best reportage in 2024. My commitment to social justice is evident in my involvement with the Croatian Government's Working Group for drafting the Action Plan for Combating Sexual Violence and Harassment, as well as my contributions to significant reports and academic articles addressing pressing societal challenges.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Reporter, Anchor & Editor
Croatian Radiotelevision (HRT)
Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Worked as a reporter, anchor, and editor in the Science & Education Department, producing and presenting news segments, conducting interviews, and editing content for broadcast.
Media Representative
Croatian Government
Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)
Acted as a media representative in the Croatian Government's Working group for drafting the Action Plan for Combating Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment.
Journalist
Nova TV
May 2019 - Oct 2022 (3 years 5 months)
Contributed as a journalist in the News Program, covering various news stories, conducting interviews, and writing articles for television broadcasts.
Reporter, Editor & Anchor
TV Istra
Jan 2017 - May 2019 (2 years 4 months)
Served as a reporter, editor, and anchor, responsible for creating news content, editing video segments, and presenting news on air.
TV Section Facilitator
European Youth Press
Oct 2018 - Oct 2018 (0 months)
Facilitated the TV section during the European Youth Media Days, coordinating activities and guiding participants in media production.
Research Associate
Institute of Social Sciences Ivo Pilar
Jan 2017 - May 2019 (2 years 4 months)
Worked as a research associate on various projects, conducting research and contributing to reports and publications.
Project Assistant
Youth Initiative for Human Rights – Croatia
Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)
Assisted in project management and implementation, focusing on human rights initiatives and youth engagement.
Journalist
Libela
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)
Worked as a journalist for Libela, focusing on gender, sex, and democracy issues, producing articles and reports on relevant topics.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Amsterdam
PhD Candidate, Sociology
2023 -
PhD Candidate in Sociology under the supervision of dr.sc. Patrick Brown and dr.sc. Ladan Rahbari.
University of Amsterdam
Master of Science, Medical Anthropology and Sociology
2014 - 2015
Grade: Cum Laude
Completed a Master of Science in Medical Anthropology and Sociology with Cum Laude honors.
University of Zagreb
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology and Sociology
2011 - 2014
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Sociology from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
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