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Thomas Oliver-Pascal Falk

London

Summary

An experienced political journalist, analyst, and commentator, with expertise in U.S., Middle Eastern, and European politics, geopolitical security, and international relations. My blend of analytical rigor, storytelling ability, and marketing insight positions me to excel in roles at the intersection of research, media, policy, and public communications.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Geopolitical Analyst

Self-Employed
09.2018 - Current
  • Identified emerging geopolitical issues, pitched ideas, interviewed leading experts, provided reports, analyses and commentary for print and online media, as well as national TV.


Bylines: Foreign Policy Magazine, The Diplomat, The Spectator, Haaretz, Al Jazeera, SCMP, The Straits Times, The Japan Times, The New Arab.

Contributing Writer

The Japan Times
02.2025 - Current
  • Wrote op-eds for the opinion section, analysing political developments with a focus on international affairs and geopolitical dynamics.

Contributing Writer

Haaretz
02.2022 - Current
  • Wrote op-eds on German politics, populism, and antisemitism, providing insights into historical and contemporary developments.

Political Columnist

South China Morning Post
10.2021 - Current
  • Produced bi-weekly columns on subjects such as US politics and German/European security.

Head of Content & Marketing DACH

VinciWorks
01.2024 - 03.2025
  • Led marketing - and content strategy for the DACH region, driving brand growth and market penetration in the compliance sector.
  • Advised businesses on political- and compliance implications.

Political Journalist

Al Jazeera
11.2020 - 07.2024
  • Wrote news analyses and features on Africa, the Middle East as well as US- and European politics.
  • Connected with key public figures in academia and politics to enrich stories with unique details and insights.

European Editor

Institute for War and Peace Reporting
09.2022 - 01.2024

Marketing Manager DACH

Imagine Cruising
02.2019 - 04.2021

Marketing Coordinator

Mondelez International
09.2017 - 05.2019

Education

Master of Arts - International Relations

The University of Birmingham
Birmingham
2018

Bachelor of Laws - Law

London Metropolitan University

Skills

  • Geopolitical Analysis
  • Policy Analysis
  • Strategic Communication
  • Journalism
  • Political Commentary
  • Audience Engagement
  • Narrative Building
  • Media Relations
  • Public Affairs Insight
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Qualitative Research
  • Media Monitoring

Languages

  • German
  • English


Timeline

Contributing Writer

The Japan Times
02.2025 - Current

Head of Content & Marketing DACH

VinciWorks
01.2024 - 03.2025

European Editor

Institute for War and Peace Reporting
09.2022 - 01.2024

Contributing Writer

Haaretz
02.2022 - Current

Political Columnist

South China Morning Post
10.2021 - Current

Political Journalist

Al Jazeera
11.2020 - 07.2024

Marketing Manager DACH

Imagine Cruising
02.2019 - 04.2021

Geopolitical Analyst

Self-Employed
09.2018 - Current

Marketing Coordinator

Mondelez International
09.2017 - 05.2019

Master of Arts - International Relations

The University of Birmingham

Bachelor of Laws - Law

London Metropolitan University
Thomas Oliver-Pascal Falk