Hi, I’m Isabella King, but everyone calls me Issy.

I’m a Global Communications graduate from the American University of Paris, originally from sunny Laguna Beach, California. As a proud second-generation Fijian-Chinese American, I grew up surrounded by a vibrant blend of cultures, strong women, and a deep appreciation for community and the world around me.

With three older sisters, and two loving parents, family has always been at the center of who I am. Growing up by the ocean and spending much of my life outdoors taught me to stay curious, grounded, and connected to the people and places around me. More than anything, the women in my family have shaped the way I see the world and the kind of work I hope to contribute to it.

One of the subjects I care most deeply about is women’s rights and the ways communication can be used to inform, advocate, and create meaningful change. Inspired by my mom, Stacey, and the sisterhood I grew up with, I’ve become passionate about amplifying women’s voices and creating space for conversations surrounding gender, identity, mental health, and agency.

My education in Paris gave me the opportunity to explore these interests through a global lens. Studying communications while living abroad strengthened my understanding of how culture, media, and storytelling influence the way people connect with one another. It also taught me how to adapt, collaborate, and communicate across different cultures and perspectives, skills that continue to shape the way I approach both my personal and professional work.

Professionally, I’ve gained experience across finance, design management, public relations, and communications. Through internships, academic projects, interviews, and creative collaborations in both the United States and Europe, I’ve developed strengths in relationship-building, storytelling, research, and taking initiative. I’m especially drawn to work that sits at the intersection of communications, culture, branding, and meaningful storytelling.

This portfolio brings together a selection of the work and conversations that have shaped me. You’ll find interviews and media projects exploring topics such as women’s rights, mental health, and healthcare; academic work examining communication, gender, culture, and global media; and published lifestyle and personal writing inspired by my experiences living abroad.

Featured work includes conversations with psychologist Candace Burnham on women’s rights, mental health, and agency, and psychiatrist Dominique Padoux on the differences between the French and American healthcare systems through the lens of ADHD treatment. You’ll also find published pieces ranging from personal commentary to lifestyle writing, including “The Best Clubs in Paris for House Music Lovers.”

Ultimately, this space is a reflection of what interests me most: people, culture, communication, and the stories that shape the way we understand one another. I hope it gives you a glimpse into who I am, what I care about, and the kind of work I hope to continue creating.