WHO WE ARE
We are Baltic and Moldovan storytellers, content creators who believe in the power of mission-driven work.
Journo Birds is a creative team in a constant learning mode. Our team, mostly based in Moldova and Estonia, includes journalists, photographers, videographers, and editors.
We have reported from villages, cities and conflict zones, worked with global newsrooms and grassroots teams, and learned how to find the human story at the heart of complex issues.
We simplify the complex. And make the boring interesting.
We use our skills to support nonprofits and development agencies to show the real impact, not just facts and figures.
We believe that good work deserves visibility and that storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for change. Our job is to help you tell your story clearly, honestly and in a way that reaches the people who need to hear it.
Marian
Head of Journo Birds
With over 15 years of experience in journalism and media, Marian's superpower is to make difficult topics easy and boring topics interesting, either as a researcher, a media analyst, or a journalist. She has studied, lived, and worked in nine countries worldwide. As a US State Department fellow, she spent a month meeting and listening to some of the best journalists in the US, a big part of it at the Pulitzer-winning Miami Herald. She became the country’s first data journalist. Before moving to Moldova, Marian won the country's most prestigious investigative award, the Bonnier Award.
Lilia
Videographer
With a sharp eye for detail and a deep appreciation for authentic storytelling, Lilia discovered her passion for filmmaking in high school, where she first fell in love with directing, shooting, and editing videos. In 2023, she debuted her first short documentary, "On My Own," an intimate portrait of a triathlete’s perseverance. The film garnered official selections at multiple festivals and became a semifinalist at Sweden’s Boden International Film Festival. Whether exploring everyday triumphs or societal challenges, Lilia has a gift for transforming real-life stories into captivating visual narratives.
Vladislav
Videographer
Vladislav has been a freelance video journalist for over five years. He has worked as a press photographer at Estonia's national newspaper, Postimees. He has experience in managing marketing and social media campaigns.
Marina
Journalist
Journalist and copywriter with 20+ years of writing experience. Curious, friendly, and laughs a lot. Marina drives a car and speaks Russian, Latvian and English.
Meet Our Team
At Journo Birds, our strength lies in our diverse and skilled team. Each member brings unique experiences and perspectives, combining passion with expertise to deliver compelling stories. Get to know the individuals who are dedicated to amplifying your mission through powerful storytelling.