New Media Project Manager & Freelance Photographer - 19+ years connecting global brands with live moments through streaming, photography, and real-time digital platforms.
I'm Joost Geertsen, a Dutch creative professional with over 19 years of experience at the intersection of Webdesign and developent, photography, new media and live event production. From the dunes of Dakar to the stages of Tomorrowland, I've brought global moments to digital audiences worldwide.
As New Media Manager at Garnier Projects / Cross Media Ventures, I coordinate complex multi-discipline projects — from live audio/video streaming and website development, to real-time Node.js platform engineering and press team photography.
I also build and develop the physical hardware units behind OnboardCamera — LTE-based broadcast-quality onboard camera systems for motorsport — as well as the real-time streaming platform that powers it.
A broad technical and creative skillset built across 19+ years of hands-on project delivery.
A journey spanning 19+ years of creative and technical work across photography, streaming, and digital production.
Freelance photography for international events including the Dakar Rally and major music festivals. Delivering editorial-quality imagery for press teams and media outlets worldwide.
Client relationship management, project coordination, technical development (websites, apps, web applications, Node.js real-time platforms), live streaming realization, and full-stack web design & development for global events including Tomorrowland, Amsterdam Dance Event, A State of Trance, and OnboardCamera.
Head of IT responsible for web development, implementation of digital tools and systems, billing and invoicing to Dutch health insurance companies (zorgverzekeraars), and creating monthly reports for management to drive continuous company improvement.
Founded and ran a web design & development studio. Lead generation, client management, administration, and end-to-end delivery of website projects.
Client liaison, project coordination, TV production assistance, live streaming, and website design & development. Internship (Jan–Apr 2009): coordinated development of two community websites for the Dutch Volleyball Federation (Nevobo).
Multiple junior roles across website maintenance, design, newsletter development, and new feature coordination. Strong foundation in frontend development and digital communication.
Real estate photography — capturing properties for auction listings.
From desert rallies to sold-out festival main stages and real-time motorsport platforms — delivering digital experiences at scale.
Project management and technical delivery: website design & development, hosting and technical support during the event. Created ATP and WTA API connections for real-time data.
Project management and technical delivery: website design & development, hosting and technical support during the event.
Design, development & operation of a real-time Node.js live streaming platform for motorsport. Built custom LTE broadcast hardware units installed in racing cars. Serving Super Taikyu (Japan), Supercar Challenge, and NASCAR Euro Series.
Live streaming production for Triodos Bank corporate events. End-to-end technical realization including encoding, distribution, and monitoring for a reliable broadcast-quality experience.
Full project management and technical delivery: website design & development plus live streaming setup for Thales corporate events. Coordinating technical teams and client stakeholders.
Development and operation of a real-time Node.js collaborative drawing platform. WebSocket-powered, live multi-user canvas application serving event-based interactive experiences.
Official press team photographer for the world's most gruelling off-road rally. Capturing the raw intensity of teams and terrain across continents.
Project management & technical delivery: live audio streaming (EN/ES), global radio station distribution, DJ set clearances, audio player development, temporary connections, and show monitoring.
Live audio streaming for Armin van Buuren, Carl Cox, Hardwell, and more. Worldwide radio distribution, custom audio player development, and full show monitoring for ADE 2012, 2014 & 2015.
Project coordination, bilingual live audio streaming (EN/ES), worldwide radio station distribution, DJ set clearances, audio player development, show monitoring, and event photography.
Formal training combining creative digital media with practical photography and business skills.
From desert dunes to festival stages — documenting extraordinary moments with editorial precision.
Have an event, project, or streaming challenge? I'd love to hear from you. Whether it's the world's largest music festival or a corporate live stream — let's create something memorable.
