B.J. Brouwers

Professor B.J. Brouwers holds the Chair of Journalism Studies and Media at the Faculty of Arts, University of Groningen. His roles include ownership of Media52 BV and Zeelbergmedia BV, and board memberships such as Chair of the Supervisory Board of Public Library Eindhoven and Jury Chair for Noorderpersprijs Journalistiek. He specializes in digital journalism innovation, local news sustainability, and media entrepreneurship.

Education & Career
Professor Brouwers' academic background and qualifications include doctoral titles (drs.) and professorship in Journalism Studies. His research focuses on adapting local journalism to digital environments, media startup strategies, and the impact of AI on news production. Recent media engagements address AI-driven journalism, university education for media innovation, and challenges facing local news publishers.

Professional Activities

• Member of NOS Supervisory Board
• Owner of two media-related businesses
• Active in media policy discussions through expert commentary

Awards & Recognition
No specific awards listed, but his influential media commentaries and research contributions indicate significant industry recognition.

Advisory & Grants

• Guides media innovation strategies through academic and business roles
• Engages in policy discussions about media subsidies and digital transformation

Labs/Teams
Affiliated with the Research Centre for Media and Journalism Studies (CMJS) at University of Groningen.