Tim Wilson (broadcaster)
Tim Wilson | |
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| Born | Dunedin, New Zealand |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist, broadcaster, author, executive director |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Known for | Journalism for TVNZ, author of five books, executive director of the Maxim Institute |
Tim Wilson is a former journalist and broadcaster from New Zealand, currently holding the position of executive director at the Maxim Institute.
Early life and family
Wilson was born in Dunedin and adopted by a minister of the Presbyterian church. His upbringing involved relocating to several places including Pōkeno, New Plymouth, and Whanganui. He pursued higher education at the University of Auckland. During his time working in New York, Wilson embraced Catholicism. It was at a Catholic church in Auckland where he met his wife Rachel, who previously worked as a primary school teacher. Together, they have three sons.
Journalism
Wilson started his journalism career as a staff writer for Metro magazine before moving to New York City in 2001 to work as a freelance journalist. He contributed to news bulletins for TVNZ and, in 2004, became the first permanent US correspondent for One News, covering significant events such as George W. Bush’s inauguration. He remained in this role until 2012, after which he returned to New Zealand and took on roles as producer and reporter for TVNZ's Breakfast and Seven Sharp. Additionally, he hosted programs on Newstalk ZB. Wilson departed from TVNZ in October 2020.
Literary career
Tim Wilson is the author of five published books. His first work, Good as Goldie (Hatchette; 2002), delves into the tale of New Zealand art forger Karl Sim. The following four fiction titles were released through Victoria University Press, including the novel Their Faces Were Shining (2010), the short story collection The Desolation Angel (2011), and two novels titled News Pigs (2014) along with its follow-up, The Straight Banana (2016).
Public policy
Wilson currently leads the Maxim Institute as its executive director, a think tank known for its conservative public policy stance.