What I can do well

• I can write original articles (both news and features) to length and deadline.

• I can use DSLR cameras to direct, shoot, edit and produce quality film packages, to length and deadline.

• I can use DSLR cameras to take a wide range of photographs.

• I can use a wide range of software (including CQ5, iMovie, Final Cut Pro, Audacity and Microsoft Office) and learn to navigate new programs quickly.

• I can understand and interpret statistics due to my economics background and use data to produce fresh stories.

• I can apply for OIA requests and use the information to build a story.

• I can deal with councils and emergency services.

• I can research topics to find the appropriate people to talk to for a story.

• I can understand complex issues as I studied philosophy and economics at a university level.

• I have great communication skills due to working in retail and hospitality for eight years.

• I can write notes using Teeline at 80 words per minute.

• I am an effective public speaker after studying speech and drama and participating in debating tournaments.

• I am well-travelled and able to adapt to new situations and environments quickly.

• I can think quickly and have a high problem solving ability.

• I can utilize social media to increase site traffic.

• I can conduct and record meetings.

• I can successfully manage teams as well as work seamlessly within them.

• I consistently look for ways to improve and am forward thinking.

• I can drive and currently hold a full licence in New Zealand and the UK.

Experience

Waikato Times reporter

Dec 2014 - present

Radio Live newsroom work experience 2014. 

Waikato Times newsroom work experience 2014.

Director of Critic TV

2013

More than eight years retail experience in London, Germany and New Zealand.