Laura-Louise Slattery is an Irish writer, blogger, editor, journalist, and illustrator/cartoonist. She is the creator of the YA webcomic series, LASAIR-FHÍONA. A storyteller at heart, her passion has always lied in writing, drawing, editing, and creating images, videos, and stories that entertain and inspire others.
She has spoken at Dublin Games Festival, Akumakon, Cork Comic Expo, Dublin Comic Con, and MCM Comic Con London, and was a guest journalist on the Irish Women In Gaming Initiative conference in 2018. She is the founder of the comic book blog/newsletter, Redhead Pinup Reader, which is dedicated to the importance of making an impact on the world through art (particularly the comic book medium), including weekly comic book discussions/reviews and articles related to writing and drawing.
She has been writing and creating narratives since the age of eight, continuing to grow and improve onwards and upwards. A graduate of Dublin City University, she studied journalism and media production management, obtaining skills and knowledge of marketing, editorial, graphic design, video editing, and research. With many years of experience in journalism, copywriting, content writing, sales, tourism, administration, and social media, she has learned how to take control of stressful situations and execute commands promptly and swiftly. She continues to strive for improvement every day, is a fast learner, and will always push herself to her limits in order to create something beautiful and meaningful.
She is currently looking to kickstart a full-time career in these areas - social media, marketing, writing, or publishing.
Projects
Work history
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Founder / Editor-in-ChiefRedhead Pinup Reader
London, United KingdomPart Time
Created an art/illustration blog and weekly newsletter which now receives over 1200 unique visitors a month and has now reached over 150 subscribers
Publishing articles on writing, drawing, and reviews/discussions on the importance of storytelling in the comic book medium
Creating and maintaining continuous content for the website such as thoughtful weekly blog posts (reviews, videos, and opinion pieces)
Writing blog posts to send out to subscribers each week via email
Writing and illustrating a monthly webcomic series to send out to subscribers via email and to publish on the website for general visiting readers
Maintaining all social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.) including over 2,000 followers, over 300 connections, and over 200 monthly impressions/reach
Illustrating graphics, designs, images, and promotional content for the blog and newsletter
Key achievements:
Gained a wide range of expertise in business management, social media, marketing, and communications
Developed a deep understanding of building an online audience, time management, and building upon the skills needed to grow a readership for my writing and building connections with my subscribers
Developed a long-term entertaining visual resume that showcases my skills and time management in meeting self-imposed deadlines and attracting a readership
Learned various graphic design skills in order to create engaging visual content to promote my blog and newsletter (including Krita, Adobe, GlobalComix, and Canva)
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Software Development Recruitment ConsultantExperis
- London, United KingdomFull Time
Identifying prospective clients/candidates in the IT and technical sectors through research, online platforms, and industry events to generate valuable leads
Cold calling, email outreach, and in-person meetings to engage potential clients
Build strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders in IT and technical organizations. Understanding their unique recruitment requirements, technical challenges, and strategic objectives to offer tailored staffing solutions
Managing the sales process from initial contact to contract closure - preparing and presenting customized proposals, negotiating terms, and ensuring successful contract finalization
Keeping up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and market developments within the IT and technical sectors
Conducting research to identify growth opportunities and providing strategic recommendations
Key achievements:
Completed the 12-week Experis UK recruitment training programme
Built a hotlist of over 200 candidates and a distribution list of over 150 clients
Secured 6 placements
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Skills
- Writing
- Creative Writing
- Drawing
- Comic Illustration
- Blog Articles
- Blog Content
- Social Media Marketing
- Publishing
- Content Writing
- Editoral Experience
Education
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Media ProductionDublin City University
- Dublin, Ireland
Bachelor of Arts – (Hons) Degree in Media Production Management
BA (Hons) Degree in Media Production Management, Dublin City University (NFQ Level 8)
Second Class Honours (2.1)
Research Methods, Consumer Behaviour, Human Resource Management, Media & Entertainment Law, Project Management, International Media Marketing, Cultural Studies, Strategic Media Management, Media Project, Dissertation
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Radio ProductionLimerick College of Further Education
- Limerick, Ireland
FETAC Level 6 Radio Production
QQI Level 6 Media Production 6M5130
Radio/Media Production, Media Industry Awareness, Digital Audio Processing, Radio Documentary Production, Sound Engineering, Media Ethics & Legal Framework, Broadcasting Presentation Skills, Radio News Broadcasting, Work Practice/Experience
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