Hi everyone,

My name is Xiaojing. I’m looking for partners to work on a local news website/blog in Marseille.

The site is already online, which you can have a look at http://www.soundofprovence.com It is created not so long ago and still under development. But I'm a bit stuck. That's why I'd like to have some extra help - two heads (or three ) are better than one. Unfortunately the site is not generating any revenue yet. So I can't really pay you (or maybe with a coffee or beer?). However I do intend to make it profitable in some time.

The reason I started this site is that I have noticed a lack of English news in the region (sure you have sites like The Local, but it's more national). And considering that it is the second biggest city and most touristic area in France, that's quite surprising. So I had the idea to create one myself.

For the moment I gather news from various French sources and then translate it into English. Occasionally I write news articles myself as well. But as it demands more resources and energy, I'm struggling to do it alone. So here I am, looking for like-minded people to work together.

In short, if you are based in Marseille or the surrounding regions, can write in English, read in French and would like to have a try on my idea, you are welcome to shoot me an email: sxjane@gmail.com

Finally a bit about me. Chinese national, grew up in China, educated in Australia, then worked in both countries before moving to Marseille, France (a bit messed up, I know). My professional background is in communication and media.

Look forward to meeting you

Cheers
Xiaojing