I am a multimedia producer, director and editor with 20 years’ experience in news, media and the NGO sector. Most recently I have written and directed an audio drama podcast series for Save the Children called ‘Anywhere but Home’. Previously I worked for Reuters in an 18-year career, managing teams of editors, photographers and videographers to produce multimedia stories for multiple digital platforms. I commissioned and directed journalists and visual storytellers from across the globe producing award-winning stories from conflict to climate change. I have also worked for Save the Children producing short films, photo essays and and infographics on responses ranging from the Rohingya refugee crisis to famine in East Africa.
Projects
- EarthprintsA series of multimedia stories for web and app produced ahead of COP21. The"Earthprints" series illustrates human impact on the landscape of the planet through pictures, text, video and infographics. Projecte conceived, directed, edited and produced by Alexia Singh in conjunction with Reuters global network of multimedia journalists.
Work history
Podcast Writer and DirectorSave the Children UK
London, United KingdomFreelance
I have written and directed an audio drama podcast series called 'Anywhere but Home' for Save the Children based on true stories of incredible journeys. In the first week of launch it was selected as the top Featured podcast on the Apple Podcast store and reached no. 28 in the overall podcast charts.
Editor in Charge, Wider ImageThomson Reuters
- London, United KingdomFull Time
Editorial director of The Wider Image - an award-winning contextual storytelling experience combining the power of news photography with depth and interactivity
Launched as an iPad app, The Wider Image received 30 awards and was extended as a responsive experience for all devices
Responsible for the hiring, training and management of the Wider Image creative teams consisting of digital video producers, editors, writers and photographers across regions
Managed a budget and commissioned photographers from Reuters global network
Ensured that best production practices where implemented, including content licenses, clearances and risk assessment
Skills
- Picture Editing
- Exhibition
- Documentary
- Creative
- Editorial
- News
- Media
- Social
- Audio
- Audio Content
Education
BA (Hons) Media Studies & English LiteratureDe Montfort University
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