Reporter
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Early-career journalist and communications professional experienced in fast-paced politics and current affairs reporting. Currently working for Welsh-language news site Golwg360, pitching original output, reaching out to sources, and conducting interviews
Reporter, Golwg360 Nov 2024 – Present
Follow and report on wide range of UK & devolved matters
Editorial responsibilities, including headline writing and image selection
File 3+ articles daily under tight deadlines, multitasking and balancing projects
Pitch and research original stories, including reaching out to expert and grassroots sources
Organise and schedule interviews: in person, over the phone, over video call, and over email or text if other methods aren’t feasible
Conduct interviews with academics, politicians, campaigners, and policy experts; coming up with relevant and well-researched questions
Utilise verbal communication skills to befriend and challange interviewees and lead conversations in particular directions
Collaborate with social media team to produce and edit text, video, and audio, adapting tone and framing to share across different platforms and maximise engagement
Contributed to live blog and ongoing analysis on day of Welsh Senedd elections
Series of articles on Wales’ bilingualism policy cited in the Senedd, demonstrating reach and communication skill
University of Oxford - History BA
University of Warwick - Philosophy MA
