I am an enthusiastic Masters graduate with a wealth of experience in archives and broadcast news production looking for new opportunities in media, arts, archives, or associated sectors, including engagement and heritage. With a history of academic excellence in the humanities, I am passionate about literature, film, the arts, and digital culture, as well as the value and accessibility of education and culture.
Work history
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News Archivist and ProducerITN Productions
- London, United KingdomFull Time
As News Archivist:
Shotlisting and researching new and legacy bulletins and rushes in DAM system
Research projects – for client requests, current newsgathering, and upcoming projects
Digital asset management and file storage
Researching, locating, and digitising historical news bulletins
Developed range of communications to advertise and champion archive to clients and internal business departments, particularly during coronavirus pandemic
As News Producer:
Distributing footage to clients via core feed and FTP delivery, per contract and sales agreements
Editing video packages with AVID NewsCutter
Logging and working on 2019 General Election feed for international clients
Fielding client, public and internal enquiries and communicating with newsgathering and newsroom editorial teams
Researching and write clear and accurate copy and transcripts for all distributed content, adhering to broadcasting standard rules on bias
Additionally:
Streamlined communications and workflows between archive and syndication teams
Strengthened overall culture between two departments
Implemented and troubleshot remote working arrangements during lockdown and restrictions
Implemented transition to archive footage use in digital packages during Covid-19 pandemic
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News Archivist and ProducerITN Productions
- London, United KingdomFreelance
As later contract role in freelance capacity while completing Masters degree
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Skills
- Archiving
- Management
- Administration
- Organisation
- Visual Merchandising
- Final Cut Pro
- Microsoft Office
- Photoshop
- Logistics Management
Education
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MA Contemporary Literature and CultureBirkbeck College, University of London
- London, United Kingdom
I have studied both modern and contemporary literature, producing research of distinction merit. I have also continued to study film, the arts, and visual culture, and have taken additional courses in posthumanism and aesthetic philosophy.
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Joint Honours English Literature & Film and Visual CultureUniversity of Aberdeen
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Studied a broad range of both literary, film and visual culture theory and history. I have taken additional courses in History, Literature in a World Context, and Sociology.
Awards
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Grace Morris Learning Ladder ScholarshipBirkbeck College, University of London
Awarded for academic excellenceU
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John Reid Trust Scheme bursaryUniversity of Aberdeen
Awarded for academic excellence to University of Aberdeen students in the Arts and Humanities pursuing Masters study outside of Scotland+ Show more