Social Media Content

Profile Reliable, thorough and highly dedicated to my work. A passionate writer and musician

with over 5 years experience in digital media. My work has been featured and published across a broad spectrum of papers, magazines and websites aided by my diverse writing style and ability to adapt to the needs of the client. I’ve worked for a number of high profile businesses through successful internships, work placements, freelance work and full-time employment, giving me a well-rounded perspective into the methods and

practices required to consistently produce the highest standards of work. Experience Senior Author, Spark44 [Jaguar Land Rover], Birmingham (2017 - Present) Managing a dynamic team of authors and QAs to successfully deliver major projects to the public web domain. As the primary overseers in the closing stages of production and digital distribution we adhere to strict legal guidelines, rigorous deadlines, and action all

final revisions with care and efficiency, to ensure both consumer and client satisfaction. Content QA, Spark44 [Jaguar Land Rover], Birmingham (2017) My driven nature and eye for detail saw me promoted to a full QA role, just 5 months after hiring. I’ve gained a deeper understanding of company production cycles and built mutually beneficial relations within other departments; this has ensured the smooth launch of major projects like the global F-Pace update and new Range Rover Velar. Content Author, Spark44 [Jaguar Land Rover], Birmingham (2016 - 2017) Working as a content author and voluntary QA relief I oversaw and ensured the efficient launch of three major web projects, most notably the recent I-Pace reveal in which my dedication and attention to detail received considerable praise. I also took the initiative to lead a number of side projects in the department, supervising small teams of authors & QA’s, and overcoming challenging market briefs whilst ensuring a high precedent of work

from initial briefing to live publication.

Science Editor, SCRATCH Magazine, Birmingham (2014 - 2015) As science editor of the university magazine, I was responsible for the development, curation and editing of major sections of the publication. Although demanding and highly intense, it was also enjoyable, presenting me with invaluable insight into the processes

required to bring a major project from concept to print. Content Editor Intern, Mixmag Magazine, London (2015) Secured an internship at global dance music magazine Mixmag producing original copy in the form published articles. From this experience I have continued to produce content as a freelancer writer - creating short news pieces, full-length features, artist biographies and

reviews - for various print and digital clientele. Kristian

Birch-Hurst

99 Billesley Lane

B13 9RB

Birmingham

E *******@*******.***

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Online Portfolio/Blog:

https://kristianplatform.wordpress.com/

Freelance Clients/Work BabMag, Skiddle, Brum Notes, Subtle Sounds, The Rainbow Venues, LIFEmag, Cool As

Birmingham, Planet Ivy, FMG Media, The Silver Mountain & The Ransom Note et al. Education Birmingham City University, Birmingham – BA (Hons) Media & Communications, 2014 - 2016

I hold a 2:1 degree in Media & Communications in which my main modules of study were Professional Journalism, Music Industry Innovation and Theory of Popular Music Culture. This covered many aspects of the media industry including music industry practice, media business and media marketplace strategy, PR techniques, journalistic procedures, censorship, web content creation, editorial practice, creative writing & copywriting development, online SEO and social media analytics. Birmingham City University, Birmingham - Radio Production Foundation Degree, 2012 - 2014

Rhoose Aeronautical College, Barry - Welsh Baccalaureate & BTEC Aerospace Engineering, 2009 - 2010

Stanwell Comprehensive School, Penarth - Drama A/S Level & 13 GCSE’s

(inc. 4 A* Grades & 3 A Grades), 2001 - 2009

Skills The broad nature of my education and experience has given me a range of skills. I flourish in high-pressure environments - aided by experience in journalistic and editorial practices

- able to produce quality work on short deadlines. My intuitive nature and creative perspective has helped me develop and personalise an array of unique and exciting concepts, a trait visible in my diverse set of print and online publications. I’m incredibly adaptable, able to fulfil creative briefs with accuracy but unafraid to challenge and improve on ideas. My media experience has made me adept in a myriad of industry standard software and hardware; able to use Adobe Audition and InDesign, recording equipment like Merantz and Edirolls, music production programs like Logic X

and web based applications like Wordpress.

References Neil Hollins, University Lecturer & Module Leader in Professional Media Practice: E: ****.*******@***.**.**

Sam Coley, University Lecturer & Live Radio Module Leader: E: ***.*****@***.**.**

Bridget Mills-Powell, Head of Digital at Mixmag Magazine: E: *******@***********.***

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