Fixer
Nehru provides valuable insights into the local culture, customs, and politics, helping clients to understand the context of the story they are covering. He can also support logistics such as transportation, accommodation, and obtaining necessary permits or permissions for reporting in a particular area. Nehru is able to offer guidance on potential risks, navigating sensitive situations, and ensuring compliance with local regulations or customs.
As a fixer, Nehru specializes in bridging the gap between foreign media teams and local communities. He has had a wide range of experiences from single journalists to fixing for larger productions.
His background as an assistant to foreign academics equips him with extensive research skills and he has contributed to investigations on a wide range of topics.
Fluent in both Khmer (his mother tongue) and English (speaking, reading, and writing), Nehru serves as a highly skilled translator, breaking down language barriers and ensuring accurate communication between parties.
Nehru has a large local network and contacts which provides access to a wide range of perspectives and he can connect with relevant sources, such as arranging interviews with local officials, experts, or community members.
Adaptable and resourceful, Nehru is able to navigate rapidly changing situations. He adjusts plans as needed to ensure the success of the reporting assignment. He can troubleshoot and problem solve to address any challenges or obstacles and efficiently uses time to keep up with schedules.