Stijn de Vries is a presenter, television producer, photographer and writer. As a young, curious creative with an open-minded view of the world, he is not afraid to be honest, address difficult topics and surprise audiences with a combination of vulnerability, humour and depth. Stijn draws inspiration from the people around him, from friends to strangers. His curiosity drives his work across documentaries, podcasts, photography and novel writing.
Career
After studying Journalism, Stijn applied to the BNNVARA Academy, where he took his first steps as a television producer. He went on to present the series Jong Geleerd, Nooit Gedaan and Mooi, Man for Spuiten en Slikken.
The first series, which explored his own experience with virginity, attracted significant media attention and was featured by outlets including Het Parool, NOS Stories, Eva and LINDA.meiden. In Mooi, Man, he explored male beauty standards and openly discussed insecurities and performance pressure.
Together with TikTok creator Duncan Tromp, Stijn launched the podcast Relnichten, in which they explore social issues with sharp observations and humour. The podcast topped the charts for several consecutive days.
Alongside his presenting work, Stijn has worked as a photographer for publications and personalities including Winq, LINDA., Bram Krikke and Anna Nooshin. He also appeared in the film Meskina and the popular TikTok series Paalstraat 69. His writing has been featured in magazines such as Vogue, and in 2023, he was selected as one of the guest editors for the NPO 3 programme Op de Matrix.
In September 2024, Stijn published his debut novel, Als de zon valt, which quickly went into multiple print runs. To top it all off, he co-hosted the NPO Radio 1 programme Jongstof alongside Tirsa Talks and Max Terpstra.
Stijn as a Moderator
Stijn continues to develop his career as a presenter and event host. He has hosted events exploring a variety of social issues and enjoys addressing sensitive topics such as sexuality, masculinity and mental health.
He has also spoken at schools and universities on several occasions, sharing insights into his work as a journalist and photographer, as well as the documentaries he has created.
Stijn openly shares his personal experiences while creating a welcoming environment that encourages dialogue between participants. He combines this with a healthy dose of humor and the ability to put things into perspective.
With his sharp observations, natural charm and ability to connect speakers and audiences, Stijn brings together meaningful content and engaging interaction, creating inspiring, dynamic and thought-provoking events.
