I am a tenacious, enthusiastic and naturally curious person who has a passion for news and understanding how the world works. For this reason, I studied Geography and Natural Hazards at university and after graduation came to London to use my skills and abilities to forge a career in journalism.
I am high energy, positive and hardworking and I set myself challenges and goals. After graduating, I worked as an Editorial Assistant on ‘City Matters’, a newspaper covering the City of London. I am now studying for my NCTJ through the Diploma in Journalism course at the PA Media Academy. I thrive when generating story ideas, interviewing, researching and writing concise copy.
Work history
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Editorial AssistantCity Matters
- London, United KingdomPart Time
I learnt to write in house style, conduct interviews, research news stories and articles and write reviews for attractions and restaurants.
Through practical application, I learnt subbing and the importance of deadlines.
I liaised closely with City Matters’ Editor and regularly attended press conferences and press events. I am excellent at building relationships and have a good contacts list.
I became familiar with the importance of getting advertising revenue, whilst preserving the impartiality of the editorial content.
I successfully extended the circulation of the paper by securing new drop-off points for the paper, notably at The Royal Exchange.
Education
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2:1 BSc (Honours) Degree in Geography and Natural HazardsCoventry University
- Coventry, United Kingdom
2:1 BSc (Honours) Degree in Geography and Natural Hazards