My CV
Education
NCTJ Accreditation:
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Gold standard achieved across 7 exam modules: Magazine Journalism, Essential Journalism, Essential Journalism Ethics and Regulations, Media Law and Ethics, Videojournalism, Journalism for a digital audience and editing skills.
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Portfolio consisting of ten pieces of journalism- A (74%)
Summer 2025
2022-2025
Oxford Brookes University
Media, Journalism and Publishing BA (Hons) 2:1
First class grade of 74% in my dissertation titled: 'How has fashion editorial across the past thirty tears influenced the construction of self-identity among female readers?'
2019-2021
Welling School Sixth Form
English literature- A
Sociology- A
Photography- A
2014-2019
Welling School
9 GCSES grade 7-6. including English, Maths and Science
Skills
This section includes skills learnt throughout my degree, NCTJ qualification and through my Substack.
Digital design and typography
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Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and Audacity.
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Created multimedia content, including magazine layouts and audio packages, which required both technical accuracy and a strong sense of visual communication.
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Confident using digital tools to meet project requirements—enhancing my technology skills and ability to work with detail under pressure.
Digital and data journalism
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Used tools such as Nielsen BookScan and Mintel to research and interpret data, developing strong analytical and data literacy skills.
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Gained experience in presenting data visually and accessibly, a useful skill in business communication and reporting tasks.
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Experience in finishing sources and presenting them visually as a story.
Fashion Journalism
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Attended events and exhibitions to produce news content, demonstrating initiative, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
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Published an article in the university’s Hybrid Magazine, highlighting my ability to work to professional standards and editorial expectations.
NCTJ
Writing and developing content
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Showcased strong proofreading skills, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to editorial standards.
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Demonstrated ability to enhance the quality of written content by identifying and correcting grammatical, factual, and stylistic errors.
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Committed to maintaining the credibility and professionalism of publications while improving overall readability and narrative flow.
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Developed the ability to work independently and meet deadlines, reflecting excellent organisation and time management.
Essential Journalism
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Researched and produced a feature piece on current affairs, enhancing my abilities in critical thinking, structured writing, and informative storytelling.
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Learned to explore topics in-depth, adapting tone and format for audience needs, skills that translate well to clear internal and external communication.
Sports Journalism
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Engaged in live blogging and news days, developing the ability to work efficiently under time constraints.
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Learned to identify engaging stories and respond to fast-moving developments—strengthening my resilience, decision-making, and team collaboration skills.
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Recognised industry qualification demonstrating professional standards, editorial accuracy, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Modules undertaken developed transferable skills.
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Key competencies gained include:
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Media Law and Ethics – Comprehensive understanding of defamation, privacy, confidentiality, and legal compliance in line with the IPSO Editors' Code of Practice.
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Editing Skills – Strong attention to detail in proofreading and copy-editing; proficient in Adobe InDesign for document layout and formatting. Journalism for a Digital Audience – Skilled in clear, concise communication tailored to different audiences and platforms.
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Videojournalism – Technical proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro; confident in producing, editing, and
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organising digital content to professional standards.
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This qualification has enhanced core competencies in organisation, discretion, analytical thinking, and professional communication, with particular relevance to roles requiring careful handling of sensitive or confidential material.