Resume
Work
Experience
2020 - Present
Voice Actor/Narrator
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Narrated over a dozen fiction and non-fiction audiobooks, taking into consideration authors' wishes for voices, tone and characterisation.
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Worked to strict deadlines.
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Mastered and edited all audio files.
2016-2019
Vendor Manager - Kantar Media
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Key liaison between three departments - Operations, Client Services and Outsourced Analysis.
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Facilitated the migration of services from onshore to offshore.
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Managed day-to-day operations of outsourced vendors based in the UK, India and Eastern Europe; developed training guides and which improved the performance of the main vendor by 40 per cent.
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Developed methodology for the provision of all new outsourced insight business. Anticipated and prevented potential problems with the service.
2012-2016
Night Editor - Kantar Media
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Summarised and collated nightly news stories for clients before their publication.
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Investigated errors made by my team of 6 and suggested corrections to prevent reoccurrence.
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Role required rigorous time management, flexibility and communication skills.
2011-2012
Onthebox.com - Film Editor
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Wrote 90% of the site’s content and greatly expanded the size of the publication.
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Managed staff writers and planned weekly coverage of film reviews and features.
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Developed the social media presence of the brand on Twitter and Facebook.
Work
Experience
2009-2011
Onthebox.com - Staff Writer
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Wrote news, reviews and features about Television and Film.
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Interviewed industry professionals including prominent personalities and celebrities.
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Wrote and edited an hour-long weekly podcast that increased site traffic.
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Sourced, edited and posted images for the site.
2008-2011
Freelance Film & Television Journalist
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Regular contributing journalist to a variety of online and print publications.
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Wrote treatments and marketing pitches for various PR companies.
2007-2008
Three's A Crowd - Content Editor
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Conceived and developed directory of initial contacts for the launch of a prominent new online lifestyle magazine.
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Designed and developed the existing website, including customised CMS.
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Project manager for the outsourced software development team including budget management.
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Researched and wrote more than 100 articles ranging from film and games reviews to travel features and lifestyle articles.
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Attended press screenings, junkets and press conferences. Interviewed more than 30 celebrities in person and via telephone.
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Supervised content: devised and managed editorial schedule, deadlines and commissioned work.
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Uploaded, sourced, edited and proof-read all website content and images site-wide.
2007-2008
Three's A Crowd - Operations Manager
Work
Experience
2005-2007
Dekkor Records - Head of Music
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Oversaw all aspects of production and promotion including:
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In-house promotion for national and regional radio.
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Management of outsourced radio and television promoters and press officers.
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Tour manager, Terri Walker 2006 UK tour:
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Arranged a successful and demanding month-long tour.
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Supervised all logistics comprising all aspects from travel arrangements to fulfilment of the unique and varied day-to-day needs of tour participants.
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Terri Walker was subsequently short-listed for a 2006 MOBO award.
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2005-2007
Exit Limited - Head of Bookings
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Devised and created company procedure for two prestigious London jazz clubs.
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Booked all dates, liaised with performers and agents, negotiated fees and artist requirements.
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Developed good relationships with the Jazz press and radio, arranging publicity with media outlets where possible and updated club listings.
2005-2007
Stuntman PR - Head of Promotion
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Coordinated and organised three successful launch parties.
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Created unique invitation ideas and supervised each through artwork and production.
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Organised and managed staff and attendees at each event, working to tight deadlines.
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Obtained press coverage of all events in Hello!, The Mirror, Closer, The Sun and Metro.
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Organised, planned and directed logistics for all live events.
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Highlights include project management for Play.com Live, a successful gaming event that attracted 25,000 people over two days at Wembley Stadium; managed and sourced all main stage production, staff supervision and artist booking. Liaised with managers, agents, tour managers and labels ensuring a profitable and trouble-free event.
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Booked live acts and liaised with agents for prestigious charity fund-raisers including The Lowe Syndrome Trust featuring Jonathan Ross, Bryan Ferry, Beverley Knight and others.
Education
2019-2020
Birkbeck University | MSc Global Environmental Politics & Policy (Distinction)
2012 - 2015
University of Reading | BA Hons 2:2 Philosophy & English
Skills
& Expertise
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Over 10 years' martial arts experience.
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Instructorship grades in Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do, Kali and Silat under Guro Dan Inosanto.
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Extensive experience with stick and knife fighting.