Damien Valade

Damien Valade currently serves as the Communications Project Manager at Arianespace, where he plays a pivotal role in orchestrating high-profile launch communications and public engagement initiatives. Leveraging his deep passion for space exploration and his expertise in multimedia production, Damien oversees the planning and execution of live broadcast events, ensuring seamless coverage of Arianespace’s most significant launches, including the historic JUICE mission, the final Ariane 5 launch, and the upcoming Ariane 6 missions in collaboration with ESA. His role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing content strategy, and utilizing advanced tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud and HTML to craft compelling visual narratives that resonate with global audiences.

Damien’s background in UX design and content strategy enhances his ability to develop engaging user interfaces and interactive experiences for viewers, making complex space missions accessible and inspiring. His skills in public relations and social networking are instrumental in amplifying Arianespace’s brand presence across digital platforms, fostering community engagement, and promoting transparency about space endeavors. Notably, Damien project-managed the James Webb Space Telescope launch show, demonstrating his capacity to handle large-scale, technically intricate productions that require meticulous attention to detail and collaboration with international partners.

With a keen interest in technology and a proven track record of producing impactful media content, Damien continues to support Arianespace’s mission to communicate the marvels of space exploration, inspiring audiences worldwide and strengthening the company’s position as a leader in commercial space launch services.