Amber Brantsen

With her journalistic background and wide range of interests, Amber knows how to connect with any audience. She is sharp, communicates messages with clarity and brings out the best in her guests. Amber transforms your event into a dynamic exchange of ideas, energy and expertise.

Amber Brantsen as a Moderator

Amber Brantsen knows exactly how to lead an event, combining her sharp journalistic perspective with an excellent sense of language and tone. Whether the topic is fashion, healthcare, IT, Formula 1 or something entirely different, Amber turns every event into an interactive and informative experience for the audience.

As a versatile moderator, she brings out the best in her guests and facilitates engaging panel discussions. She quickly senses what a conversation needs and knows exactly which questions to ask to spark new perspectives and challenge ideas. And, of course, there is always room for a touch of humour!

Journalism Career

Journalism is in Amber's DNA. Her career began in local radio before she joined Radio West while studying Public Administration. Following an internship at NOS, she became a newsreader at 3FM and later co-host of the NOS Radio 1 Journaal.

Her talent was recognised with awards including 'Radio Talent of the Year 2016' and the RadioFreak Award for 'Best Newsreader'. She was also nominated for the Philip Bloemendal Award.

From 2017 to 2021, Amber was one of the regular news anchors on the televised NOS Journaal. During this time, she also presented major events, including 'Artiesten voor de Vrijheid' and King's Day celebrations.

Author

In 2020, Amber published her book Uit Beeld (Prometheus), in which she openly shares her personal experience with an eating disorder. The book offers an intimate insight into her journey through illness and recovery and has inspired many readers. Amber also writes on her personal blog.

Formula 1 Presenter

Amber began combining her television presenting career at NOS with her passion for Formula 1 in 2019, when she helped launch the NOS Formula 1 podcast.

Her expertise did not go unnoticed. In 2022, Viaplay invited her to become the lead presenter of its Formula 1 coverage in the Netherlands.

Since then, she has hosted the main studio broadcasts during every race weekend, presented the talk show F1 Shakedownand led the pre- and post-race analysis for qualifying sessions and Grands Prix. She also occasionally reports live from the circuit, conducting interviews and producing on-location features.