Speaker Type: Poet

Emilie Zoey Baker

Entertainer, Poet, Storyteller/Performer

Emilie’s Career: A Passion for Young Writers

For Emilie Zoey Baker, poetry and education are not just a career—they’re a passion. In addition to her work as a poet and slam champion, Emilie is the Creative Director of OutLoud, an exciting youth poetry slam competition that challenges young people to explore their creative potential and perform their ideas on stage. OutLoud has become one of the most important platforms for young voices in Victoria, inspiring students to be part of something bigger than themselves.

As the host of Better Off Said, an internationally acclaimed spoken word event, Emilie has seen firsthand how spoken word has the power to change lives—and she’s determined to bring that magic into classrooms across the world. She is also a celebrant for Marry Your Friends, a unique initiative that celebrates love, friendship, and creativity, blending the personal and the poetic in fun and memorable ways.

Her work spans across schools, festivals, and literary programs, and she’s been a lead educator with Australian Poetry Ltd, the National Gallery of Victoria, and the Melbourne Writers Festival.