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Dubai, Ae

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

PR and Content Manager for the Lifestyle Cluster of DWTC Exhibitions and Events.My portfolio includes Ru'ya Careers UAE, World Art Dubai, the Dubai International Horse Fair, the Dubai International Boat Show, Integrate Middle East, and CABSAT.Proudly on the launch team for World Art Saudi and SATEXPO 2025.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Responsible for Commercial Interior Design’s magazine, digital channels and events, including the highest-grossing awards ceremony in ITP Media Group’s portfolio, conferences, round tables and industry socials. Have introduced new events to the brand, maximizing pre- and post-event coverage for participants and partners. Oversaw redesign of print product and website, introduced a paid subscription model and have grew the digital audience.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The driving force in the development of a new Turret Media online product - Dubaiweek.ae - I oversaw all social network communications, worked with writers to produce a constant flow of web content and still managed to wear matching shoes.Want more?Liaised with external clients and internal teams across advertising, marketing, PR and videography to support on products for the Dubai Week website and wider company.Constantly analysed and refined our output to stay on top of trends and innovations in digital publishing - Dubai Week was one of the first publishers in the region to use Facebook's Instant Articles and Facebook Groups - and leading the expansion of the brand into video and podcast production. Proficient in data collection and analysis to create a highly-engaged audience, especially when the competition prize is strong.Adept at problem-solving, troubleshooting and creating opportunities for success, both internally and for clients. Oversaw the transfer of Dubai Week the magazine to Dubaiweek.ae. Spent a lot of time thinking about SEO, online marketing and WordPress.

Dubai, Uae

Deputy editor with Dubai Week.I was responsible for assisting the editor in creating top-class content for the magazine and oversaw the magazine's social media content and created multi-platform content.I managed the flow of content from writers to production via the editor, generated and wrote content for the magazine and assisted in the subbing process.Additionally, I managed the photographer's diary and liaised between writers and photographer.I rarely made a cup of tea, but still assured everyone that mine was the best.

Dubai

From the UK to the UAE.I carried out freelance assignments for a number of top-tier titles and popular websites.I also spent three months working as PR consultant with award-winning agency House of Comms, gaining a new-found respect for people who can smile ALL DAY while using Excel.

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Senior multi-media journalist with the Sunderland Echo.I was based in my office in Sunderland city centre and reported on everything happening there, including Sunderland Magistrates' and Coroner's Court.Also reviewed restaurant, gigs and hotels for The Guide and Etc magazine, both Echo publications.

Alnwick, England, United Kingdom

I cut my reporting teeth at the Northumberland Gazette, covering everything from court cases, village shows, council meetings to accidents, pantomimes and golden wedding anniversaries.No teeth lost, much experience gained.

Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

I started working at the now defunct Express Magazine as a photographer while at uni and made enough of a nuisance of myself to be given a part-time writing job.I compiled a monthly listings page called the Guide, reviewed clubs and was assistant to the fashion editor.This taste of glamour lured me into news journalism.

Nce, Journalism, Pass (Merit For Logbook)

The NCE – the senior reporter exam which journalists generally sit two years after gaining their initial NCTJ qualification - is divided.

Nctj, Journalism

NCTJ prelim exams in media law, public affairs and shorthand to 100wpm. I received an award for my shorthand score in our final exams.

Diploma, Seo

One day course in the tweaks and tricks of Search Engine Optimisation, delivered through a respected British digital training agency..

Ba (Hons), Cultural Studies, 2:1

Exploring the relationship between literature, culture, politics, philosophy and identity in our fast-changing world

Gnvq, Art And Design

I studied photography, fashion, graphic design, theatre design, fine art and quite improbably, pottery.