I'm a science communicator specialising in health research communication. From writing plain language summaries and pitching stories to the media, to organising engagement events and planning campaigns, I bring research projects to life for audiences across a range of channels. I've developed and implemented communications strategies, and the teams needed to support them. With the growing emphasis on research impact in academia, I train researchers and other professionals to hone their communication skills, from Twitter to writing. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and getting people excited about the opportunities good comms offers to enhance researchers' work.I also get involved in research and implementation projects that have a particular comms flavour. This is especially rewarding as I am using my skills for tangible public benefit.Before this phase of my career, I specialised in digital communications, with a strong track record of developing transformational digital strategies. My specialism was managing complex digital estates, in large organisations rich in knowledge, content and data. I have managed the digital channels of major organisations in the charity, public and B2B sectors.Having managed several website launches and other complex projects, I am fiendishly well organised. I also enjoy taking on new challenges and forging my own path. In almost every job I've been the first person to do it, giving me the opportunity to shape teams and make the work my own.