Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

I write news articles for publications across the country, provide copy-writing services to independent businesses, support charities with communications and teach on an NCTJ journalism course.

On a typical day I might spend a couple of hours teaching and helping students get their stories published before booking interviews for my own articles and writing up copy.

The variety – no two days are the same.

Journalism is a competitive field to get into and remains so throughout your career.

I have always loved writing and am interested in people and their stories.

I use my NCTJ qualification which I gained alongside my university degree. In particular, I use my shorthand on a daily basis, both for interviews and to teach the next generation of journalists.

Jul 08-Nov 10 – junior reporter;
Nov 10 – NQJ (senior qualification gained);
Apr 11-Sep 12 – web editor;
Sep 12-Sep 13 – chief reporter;
Sep 13-Apr 15 – deputy editor;
Apr 15-June 16 – editor;
June 16-current – freelance journalist.

Continuing to increase my portfolio as a freelance journalist.

Get work experience, get your NCTJ and just start writing as much as you can.