Leading G.URL Magazine, I celebrate feminine gaming and online culture through impactful storytelling and striking visuals. My work spans GameRant and SonnyDickson, enriching digital culture discussions. At Echo Magazine, I contributed to over 50 articles on fashion, music, and culture trends, enhancing engagement by 15%. My blend of editorial skills from MyConcept and strategic insight from The Fifth, combined with a first-class honours in Fashion Journalism from the University for the Creative Arts, positions me uniquely at the crossroads of gaming, fashion, and digital culture. Check out a selection of my published articles at www.jennyoconnor.co.uk
Projects
- G.URL Magazine Issue 01 "GURLWORLD"Created my debut issue of G.URL Magazine, a publication which celebrates women in gaming and online culture. The magazine has now created three issues so far and has caught the attention of brands, such as SEGA, Urban Outfitters and KOI Footwear. As Creative Director/Editor-in-Chief, I solely design all the art within the magazine and oversee all editing and copy included within.
Work history
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List Article and Republish WriterGame Rant
London, United KingdomFull Time
• I create and refresh gaming content, focusing on news, reviews, and trends to engage our audience. My work involves both crafting new articles and updating existing ones to keep them relevant.
• Led a strategic republishing project during the release of a new addition to a major gaming series, updating over 150 archived articles, resulting in a 25% increase in page views and significantly improved reader engagement.
• Collaborated with the editorial team to pioneer a series on indie games, attracting a new reader demographic and boosting social media shares by 30%, showcasing an ability to identify and capitalise on emerging trends.
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Staff WriterSonnyDickson
London, United KingdomFreelance
• Employed as a content writer at SonnyDickson.com, effectively utilising a diverse skill set including WordPress proficiency, news writing, SEO techniques, communication, and journalism.
• Actively contribute to the editorial process by editing and providing constructive feedback on the work of other writers, fostering a collaborative and quality-focused environment.
• Specialised training and demonstrated proficiency in content management systems (CMS), with a specific focus on WordPress.
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Skills
- News Reporting
- Adobe Creative Suite
- SEO
- Copywriting Editorial
- Online Journalism
- Print Journalism
Education
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Bachelor of ArtsUniversity for the Creative Arts at Epsom | HE
- Epsom, United Kingdom
Graduated with First Class Honours in Fashion Journalism at the University for the Creative Arts. Skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), WordPress, Online Journalism, Print Journalism, News Reporting and more.
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A LevelsRooks Heath High School
- London, United Kingdom
Achieved A, A, A in English Literature, Sociology and Drama and Theatre Studies.
Awards
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Future Thinker AwardBSCI Awards
Shortlisted for the Future Thinker Award. Sponsored by Unique Style Platform: an essential inspiration for creative minds is a world class forecasting service for the creative industries, offering curated insights to inform the creative process and inspire innovation.B
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Purpose and Impact AwardBSCI Awards
Shortlisted for the Purpose and Impact Award. Issued by TCO London, a Drum Top 100 creative and production company, and D&AD Top 100 Design Studio, who are driven by a love of telling real stories about real people and using original storytelling to have an impact on culture.