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Management shift: Ruck assumes control at ARD-Studio Warsaw

Newcomer Ina Ruck has taken on the roles of correspondent and cross-media studio manager in Warsaw as of September 1st, with the studio now under the supervision of WDR. With degrees in Slavic studies, political science, and journalism from universities in Munster, Oxford, Vienna, and Moscow,...

Takes control: Ruck over ARD-Studio Warsaw's management
Takes control: Ruck over ARD-Studio Warsaw's management

Management shift: Ruck assumes control at ARD-Studio Warsaw

Ina Ruck, a renowned journalist, has been reporting for WDR and ARD from various countries since the 1990s. Her career in journalism began in 1992 when she started as an editor at Westdeutscher Rundfunk in Cologne.

Her early days in journalism saw her gain valuable experience at the ARD studio in Moscow during her training at NDR. This initial exposure in the heart of Russia set the stage for her extensive career, which has taken her to countries like the USA and numerous others.

Throughout her career, Ina Ruck has held several prestigious positions. She served as the chief of the studio in Washington and, on multiple occasions, as the head of the ARD studio in Moscow. Currently, she is serving as the studio chief for WDR in Warsaw.

Ina Ruck's dedication and commitment to journalism have not gone unnoticed. She has been honoured with the Hanns-Joachim-Friedrichs Prize and the Grimme Prize for her outstanding work. These accolades are a testament to her significant contributions to the field.

Ina Ruck's role falls under the purview of WDR, a German public broadcaster based in Cologne. Her reports from various parts of the world have provided valuable insights and perspectives, keeping audiences informed about global events.

As of shortly before August 2025, Ina Ruck held a leading position in an ARD foreign bureau as head of the ARD studio in Warsaw. Her work continues to be instrumental in bridging cultural and geographical gaps, bringing the world closer to her audience.

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