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London, Gb

Content & Event Production Company | Developing And Producing Podcasts, Original Content And EventsDetail-oriented and creative Development Producer with a track record of success in producing engaging podcasts, online shows, and live events. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, identifying audience preferences, and leveraging marketing strategies to drive growth.Clients: Curvy Kate, LOWD and more.

Culture & Wellbeing Company (Formerly Speak On Development)Experienced and passionate DE&I educator and campaigner offering specialized consultation and engaging training sessions on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, including Anti-Racism, Mental Health, and Neurodivergence. Skilled in delivering various formats of sessions, from informal gatherings and seminars to facilitated group discussions and bespoke panels. Clients: AstraZeneca, The Francis Crick Institute, Haymarket Media Group, GAILs Bakery, Revolution Beauty, Independent Custody Visiting Association, Office of Police and Crime Commissioner, Beers & Peers, Deliveroo and Midas PR.

Influencer management agency founder and personal brand development expert with a wealth of experience in PR, brand development, social media, and content production. Skilled in identifying and nurturing talent, fostering strong client relationships, and executing successful marketing strategies. Proficient in leading large teams and managing diverse clientele to ensure agency success. Accomplished in developing and maintaining robust personal brand presences, driving growth and achievement for individuals and their projects.Clients: L’Oréal, MAC Cosmetics, PrettyLittleThing, JD Sports, Budweiser, Onepiece, Rituals, Nissan, PUMA, Sainsbury’s, Blossom Hill, YSL, Mugler, Armani, The Perfume Shop and more.

A qualified journalist, presenter, host, and podcaster with a talent for engaging audiences across various media platforms. Experienced in delivering compelling stories, moderating discussions, and producing captivating podcast episodes. Adept at connecting with diverse audiences. Committed to producing content that informs, entertains, and enlightens audiences.Published: Daily Telegraph, Huffington Post, Daily Express and We Heart Living.Podcasts & Event Series: Speak On, Dating & MatingPresenting/Hosting Events and Panels Clients: Haymarket Media Group, PR Week, Superdrug, London Book Fair, Soho House, 21 Soho (Comedy Club), 1 Warwick (Members Club)

London, United Kingdom

Oversaw team structure, expansion, and daily operations, including KPIs, hiring, and project management. Implemented and managed intern program with international students.Directed brand development, PR, digital strategies, events, and content production for Lifestyle Division, managing Account and Digital Comms Executives. Organised client events, brand partnerships, and design delivery.Campaigns delivered: Pretty Green London Collections: Men (PR, Events & Content), Richard Weight X Pretty Green (PR, Book Launch Event, Panel Event, Exhibition, Showcase & Content), Rigby & Peller (Event).Clients: Rigby & Peller, 100 Wardour St, Pretty Green, The Perfect Cellar, Gibson, D&D London, 155 Bar & Kitchen, Clerkenwell London, London Collections: Men and ThinkersHQ.

Event Management:Large exhibitionPress and PR eventsIntroduced and built the Event Manager role at TravMedia a Global Media Company for travel PR professionals and media. Introduced and organised the first Autumn International Media Marketplace event in October and organised preparation for the March event. The role included inviting and liaising with travel press and all aspects of event management. Created the company’s social media strategy and guidelines for use.

Worked with the Innovation, Fundraising and Marketing department, creating new national fundraising campaigns and securing national press for Cancer Research UK projects and partnerships. Managed the PR for corporate partnerships with TK Maxx, Nivea Sun, Slimming World and others. Managed the PR and development of mass participation fundraising events BBQ for Cancer Research UK and Shine Night Walk. Worked on brand activation for Cancer Research UK and on the promotion of other projects and fundraising products for the charity. Digital Content:Social media community managementIntegrated campaign plansEvent Management:Press drop stunt

Worked in the communications team at a content and experiential integrated agency, led the PR and social media team and managed a variety of accounts including Walking With The Wounded, Royal Marines Association, Glenfiddich, Camping At The Games, The Luxury Property Show, MINT Polo in the Park and Allianz Park. Worked as a Producer, managing the production of video, audio and photo content for press and marketing.Digital Content:Social mediaBloggingNewslettersIntegrated campaign plansContent plansEvent Management:Various including:Press stunts/ExperientialsPress eventsLaunchesPress tripsPress conferencesAwards dinner

Alongside PR and Event Management duties:Social mediaEditor of the VE NewsletterContributor to the blogProject management for the new website designFeature writing for supplements, advertorials and articles in national pressSub-Editing supplements for national pressManaging and creating press tripsPhotography

In addition to PR duties:Digital Content:Website content management

In addition to the main press office duties, communications and activities:Content production - blogging, website copy and marketing materials Event organisationPhotography Editor of the council newspaper the Bedford News, circulation 70,000

Ba Hons Journalism

Btec, Media Production