I am an experienced podcaster, interviewer and presenter both online and in person.The Lifeline Project - this podcast looks at the science and the stories behind the antimicrobial resistance musical, Lifeline. From the story of the microbes inside you to the stewardship of our live-saving medicines, TLP gets stories from the experts and those involved with the show, all set to an original score written by the composer of the musical, Robin Hiley. I work on all aspects of the show… Show more I am an experienced podcaster, interviewer and presenter both online and in person.The Lifeline Project - this podcast looks at the science and the stories behind the antimicrobial resistance musical, Lifeline. From the story of the microbes inside you to the stewardship of our live-saving medicines, TLP gets stories from the experts and those involved with the show, all set to an original score written by the composer of the musical, Robin Hiley. I work on all aspects of the show including research, script-writing, interviewing and editing in Logic Pro.SeaGazing Podcast - a podcast co-created with musician Nicolette McLeod, which consists of interviews about conservation and community on the coast in Scotland. I was in charge of researching and editing the interviews before Nicolette set them to music.Video Presenter - I have worked for various groups presenting events and workshops online or as part of educational resources. In addition to my role as presenter I often an involved in script editing and helping to set up shots. You can find my presentation reel below.In-Person Presenter - I have presented panel events for the Orkney and Edinburgh Science Festivals, and have run training and events for groups like Climate 2050 and the Scottish Wildlife Trust. Show less

Climate 2050, Training Facilitator - I worked with Climate 2050 to develop a new module on storytelling and the climate crisis, helping young people discover their own personal relationship with climate and how to express themselves online or in person.Scottish Storytelling Centre, Storyteller and Workshop Facilitator: I co-created a series of storytelling and nature connection workshops for the Scottish Storytelling Festival. Participants from the community learnt basic storytelling… Show more Climate 2050, Training Facilitator - I worked with Climate 2050 to develop a new module on storytelling and the climate crisis, helping young people discover their own personal relationship with climate and how to express themselves online or in person.Scottish Storytelling Centre, Storyteller and Workshop Facilitator: I co-created a series of storytelling and nature connection workshops for the Scottish Storytelling Festival. Participants from the community learnt basic storytelling techniques and used them to record stories about green spaces in their area for a final film project produced by the festivalEdinburgh Science, Workshop Developer - I wrote, directed an provided training for a new Generation Science climate and energy science show, The Green Machine, which went on its first primary school tour around in 2024Green Team, Outdoor Learning Facilitator - I am a sessional worker for the Green Team, an organisation that works with young people, often outside of the education system, to give them skills in practical conservation, survival and future employabilityScottish Wildlife Trust, Engagement Officer - I worked with SWT's Living Landscapes projet to provide nature experiences for families around the green spaces in Edinburgh, as well as creating resources and running social media takeovers Show less

Videography - I have produced various short films for charities, exploring their work and their legacy. Most recently, I created a video celebrating the ten year anniversary of the Coastal Communities Network and their work on local marine conservation and activism in Scotland. In addition, I have produced short films for Saphara, The Wildlife Rescue Association of British Columbia and the Scottish Wildlife Trust Living Landscape Project.Event Recording - I record and edit live event… Show more Videography - I have produced various short films for charities, exploring their work and their legacy. Most recently, I created a video celebrating the ten year anniversary of the Coastal Communities Network and their work on local marine conservation and activism in Scotland. In addition, I have produced short films for Saphara, The Wildlife Rescue Association of British Columbia and the Scottish Wildlife Trust Living Landscape Project.Event Recording - I record and edit live event, including most recently for Climate 2050.Headshots and Event Photography - I have recently done some event photograph for various groups and musicians, and offer headshots to actors, science communicators and businesses. Find my portfolio below. Show less

I am part of the team developing Lifeline (formerly The Mould that Changed the World), with Charades Theatre, a musical about Alexander Fleming, the discovery of penicillin and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). As an engagement manager, I am currently involved in a number of legacy projects including a narrative-driven podcast to explain the science behind AMR to our theatre audience (coming in May 2024) and a set of school resources for 9-11 year olds which encompass activities on the… Show more I am part of the team developing Lifeline (formerly The Mould that Changed the World), with Charades Theatre, a musical about Alexander Fleming, the discovery of penicillin and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). As an engagement manager, I am currently involved in a number of legacy projects including a narrative-driven podcast to explain the science behind AMR to our theatre audience (coming in May 2024) and a set of school resources for 9-11 year olds which encompass activities on the subject of AMR as well as giving them the opportunity to learn some of the songs from the show.I have lead our engagement activities in Edinburgh and on our tour to the USA, which included writing scripts for and presenting our schools version of the show, creating and designing learning resources for the young people attending, helping run our evaluation programme and organising some of our panel events throughout the tour. In addition, I have undertaken various design and marketing activities, including editing our most recent trailer for the show and being part of the design team for the poster.I have also performed in various roles with the musical since it's Edinburgh Fringe run in 2018 and most recently I performed in the Ensemble during our Off-Broadway run in 2024. Show less

Saphara is a charity that promotes girls rights and education in India. Throughout my time with the charity I have worked in a number of different capacities.Online Content Creator - I have designed elements and written copy for a number of Saphara's websites over the past few years. In addition, I help run their fundraising activities by creating social media posts and short videos, and editing content to meet the requirements of the charity.Film Maker and Photographer - I have… Show more Saphara is a charity that promotes girls rights and education in India. Throughout my time with the charity I have worked in a number of different capacities.Online Content Creator - I have designed elements and written copy for a number of Saphara's websites over the past few years. In addition, I help run their fundraising activities by creating social media posts and short videos, and editing content to meet the requirements of the charity.Film Maker and Photographer - I have made a number of short films over the years promoting Saphara's work in India and Northern Ireland. This involved interviewing key actors, volunteers and fundraisers and shooting footage in India and Northern Ireland.Team Leader - I have been co-leader with a number of teams of young people (from 16-25) on their journeys to India. In the role, I take control of day to day activities and help liaise with schools, transport companies and NGOs. Show less

As an events developer, I wrote workshops for children and young people, created exhibitions, performed science shows on stage and online and created props and digital elements for our work. I specialised in events on the natural world, but wrote on various topics including maths, forces, and waste management.In 2022, I was the creative lead on Consumed, and exhibition about overconsumption which took place over two weeks in Edinburgh, before touring in the summer. I wrote content… Show more As an events developer, I wrote workshops for children and young people, created exhibitions, performed science shows on stage and online and created props and digital elements for our work. I specialised in events on the natural world, but wrote on various topics including maths, forces, and waste management.In 2022, I was the creative lead on Consumed, and exhibition about overconsumption which took place over two weeks in Edinburgh, before touring in the summer. I wrote content, designed activities and helped manage the content during the live period.In 2021, I lead on the creation of new online workshops for our festival and schools programmes (Generation Science), writing and performing on various topics. I also spearheaded our partnership work with the Scottish Storytelling Centre.In 2020, I created a number of events for our festival including adult discussion panels as well as our food strand, Gastrofest (sadly cancelled due to the pandemic).In 2019, I wrote new workshops for festivals in Edinburgh and Abu Dhabi, working with designers and our production team to ensure the workshops were enjoyable and safe. I also designed and built some of the props and helped lead teams of volunteer science communicators in Abu Dhabi, with whom I performed science show over the course of the festival. I also ran my first training session as a creative team member, helping train our science communicators for the festival.In 2018, I was part of the team that delivered Cyber Quest, a cyber security competition across the UAE. I helped design the training course and added creative flair to the final competition taking place in autumn 2018. From 2016-2018, I took on occasional work as a science communicator, devising and performing in science busks, workshops and helping to shape our new Careers Event, Careers Hive, which led hundred of young teenagers around the National Museum of Scotland to help them with their upcoming subject choices. Show less

In my first roles with Edinburgh Science, I ran a number of workshops as a science communicator and team leader. Roles included young people from 4+, maintaining strict health and safety standards and looking after teams of student volunteers in Abu Dhabi.

I have done various projects with Scottish Wildlife Trust to promote their Living Landscapes Edinburgh project through social media and live events. This included partnering with local conservation groups to find out more about the area and create a partnership between them and the project; creating a video exploring 'Shifting Baseline Theory' in Edinburgh; writing a number of social media posts and polls for the organisation to use throughout the year. In the past, I have worked with… Show more I have done various projects with Scottish Wildlife Trust to promote their Living Landscapes Edinburgh project through social media and live events. This included partnering with local conservation groups to find out more about the area and create a partnership between them and the project; creating a video exploring 'Shifting Baseline Theory' in Edinburgh; writing a number of social media posts and polls for the organisation to use throughout the year. In the past, I have worked with their project, Scottish Wildcat Action, writing blogs and making videos about their work. Show less

As a communication volunteer, I created videos and written content to boost WRA's online presence. Interviewing a range of people from employees, to volunteers, and board members, I created content to assist in fundraising efforts and share the work of WRA with the general public.

I was employed as front of house supervisor at Cafe Circa, waiting tables, working as a barista, carrying out occasional food preparation duties and managing a staff team of Front of House Staff.

Part of the Front of House team at the MAC Galleries and Theatre. I managed visitors to the space, guided them through our exhibitions, ensured customer safety and comfort during performances and upsold merchandise.

I devised a programme for Scotland’s largest student arts festival through working with student and community societies, managing applications and finding exciting venues. My duties included maintaining a relationship with our patrons and, under my leadership, we secured the patronage of Andy Serkis for 2013. I created and co-managed three new highly successful art and music events, which helped us meet our community outreach targets.

I helped to design and build apparatus for fieldwork carried out over two months. The footage and results that I collected were used to further an on-going study into bird behaviour undertaken by the Biology and Psychology departments at St Andrews.

As part of my undergraduate degree I taught English lessons to classes of 10-30 teenagers based around British Culture. Each week I devised lessons for classes ranging in age from 14-21, assisting some individuals in preparation for their Baccalaureate exam. I also took part in the drama club as both a performer and an assistant.