Margaret Daniels

Dynamic creative leader, educator, and EdTech founder with extensive experience developing engaging, youth-focused educational and multimedia content. A 2026 graduate cohort member of the UCB Kingdom Media Training within a national broadcasting environment, equipped with practical skills in presenting, investigative research, and scriptwriting. Combines a deep understanding of the 7–12 demographic with a proven ability to translate complex, sophisticated topics into accessible, empowering narratives for children.

Passionate about elevating young voices, establishing an authentic rapport with youth audiences, and delivering cross-platform digital content that informs, entertains, and inspires.

Joint LIFE Lead & Educator (Pastoral, Wellbeing & Media PBL) at National Online School (NOS) (2025-02 – Present)

• Manage student wellbeing and personal development structures across the digital institution, ensuring a safe, enriching, and enabling learning environment.
• Pioneer and deliver media-based Project-Based Learning (PBL) curricula, training children aged 7–12 to conduct investigative research, write scripts, and film independent mini-documentaries.
• Founded and direct the NOS Podcast Club; serve as the lead producer and editor for the flagship "Where We Belong" digital broadcast, directing teams of staff and students.
• Successfully launched 5 multi-featured student episodes, broadcasting the final media to a wider community of over 250 staff and students, directly enhancing student oracy and confidence.

Founder & Director at Time For Class Ltd (2025-06 – Present)

Still in development

• Created and incorporated an innovative educational technology company specialising in youth oracy frameworks and digital student voice.
• Conceptualised and built Podcast Pal (an AI-powered school podcasting platform) and Transition Passport to help children navigate critical school transitions.
• Deployed modern digital platforms utilising Next.js, Vercel, and Anthropic API integrations to facilitate cross-platform interactive learning.

Fundraising & Office Coordinator at Joint Aid Management (JAM) / ForAfrika (2016-12 – 2018-12)

• Launched the high-profile "Red Lipstick Day" digital marketing campaign; managed professional photoshoots, collaborated with design layouts, and analysed digital traffic growth using Google Analytics.
• Represented the affiliate office through goal-driven fundraising, online campaign planning, and public digital appearances to build brand trust.
• Project-managed the annual 72km "Red Riders" charity cycling event from London to Brighton for over 30 cross-functional participants.

Media & Publicist Assistant at Landor Links, Vauxhall (2016-07 – 2016-12)

• Sourced high-profile industry contributors for the Bus Rapid Transit Supplement, managed content pipelines, designed editorial flat plans, and coordinated final graphic layouts for Local Transport Today magazine.

Development Manager at Anjel 2000 Training, Hither Green (2012-10 – 2015-07)

• Established vital community training partnerships with Sure Start Children's Centres, successfully expanding educational course provision to 11 key London locations.

Senior Mentor at National Citizens Service (NCS) / Summer School Programme (2015-07 – 2015-08)

• Directed, inspired, and mentored diverse cohorts of young people through fast-paced team-building tasks following a structured national curriculum.

Event Production Manager & Marketing Lead at Show and Prove Productions (2008-03 – 2009-08)

• Coordinated large-scale events for audiences of 500–1500 people, managing all logistics, vendor timelines, and venue production elements.
• Served as the primary company spokesperson for local media coverage and facilitated community volunteer groups.
• Led promotional and marketing campaigns, including direct school presentations, to design and distribute targeted promotional materials.
• Secured and managed new service contracts with educational partners, including Harris Academies.

Media Training Certification – UCB Kingdom Academy (2026)

PGCE in Literature – Goldsmiths, University of London (2019 – 2020)

BA (Hons) in International Relations – Staffordshire University (2009 – 2012)

Access Course in Social and Cultural Studies – Goldsmiths, University of London (2008 – 2009)

A-Levels in Media, Law, Psychology, Sociology – Orpington College (2005 – 2007)