Hi there, I'm Calvin, a writer, producer and consultant. I am currently working on launching an online publication with a focus on telling the real stories of the people behind small businesses and artisans around Scotland. Together with a photographer/videographer, we produce long form articles and micro-documentaries telling the story of industries people may not know much about. So far, we have covered an apiary, generational bagpipe maker, knife maker, dairy farm, butter maker, furniture maker and more. I also write fiction, focussed on surrealism and sometimes with an influence from Scottish folklore. In my consultancy role I and help venues design guest journeys, menus and events that reflect their local culture and craft. I have given talks worldwide about idea generation and managing teams of different backgrounds. I am currently coming to the end of a degree in English and have been asked to present research from my current dissertation at the British Conference for Undergraduate Research 2026. I am incredibly interested in writing for games and plan to begin a master degree this year that will allow me to pursue this further. I hope to hear from you. Thanks, Calvin Politi

Calvin Politi

Hi there, I'm Calvin, a writer, producer and consultant. I am currently working on launching an online publication with a focus on telling the real stories of the people behind small businesses and artisans around Scotland. Together with a photographer/videographer, we produce long form articles and micro-documentaries telling the story of industries people may not know much about. So far, we have covered an apiary, generational bagpipe maker, knife maker, dairy farm, butter maker, furniture maker and more. I also write fiction, focussed on surrealism and sometimes with an influence from Scottish folklore. In my consultancy role I and help venues design guest journeys, menus and events that reflect their local culture and craft. I have given talks worldwide about idea generation and managing teams of different backgrounds. I am currently coming to the end of a degree in English and have been asked to present research from my current dissertation at the British Conference for Undergraduate Research 2026. I am incredibly interested in writing for games and plan to begin a master degree this year that will allow me to pursue this further. I hope to hear from you. Thanks, Calvin Politi

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Hi there,

I’m Calvin, a writer, producer and consultant. I am currently working on launching an online publication with a focus on telling the real stories of the people behind small businesses and artisans around Scotland. Together with a photographer/videographer, we produce long form articles and micro-documentaries telling the story of industries people may not know much about. So far, we have covered an apiary, generational bagpipe maker, knife maker, dairy farm, butter maker, furniture maker and more.

I also write fiction, focussed on surrealism and sometimes with an influence from Scottish folklore. In my consultancy role I and help venues design guest journeys, menus and events that reflect their local culture and craft. I have given talks worldwide about idea generation and managing teams of different backgrounds.

I am currently coming to the end of a degree in English and have been asked to present research from my current dissertation at the British Conference for Undergraduate Research 2026.

I am incredibly interested in writing for games and plan to begin a master degree this year that will allow me to pursue this further.

I hope to hear from you.

Thanks,

Calvin Politi

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Bar Manager at The Palmerston, Edinburgh
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024
Led daily bar operations, staff management, menu development and guest experiences; rebuilt training programs; led venue relaunch and improved service quality.
Experience & Operations Manager at Tigerlilly London
November 1, 2018 - December 1, 2019
Oversaw guest experience and operations for a high-velocity hospitality brand; coordinated events, staff training and cross-venue collaboration; built standard operating procedures.
Bartender at Dandelyan, Sea Containers, London
June 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018
Worked as bartender; learned high-level service standards and operational practices; contributed to a culture of excellence in a premium bar environment.
Senior Bartender / Management Team at Lyaness, Sea Containers, London
January 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019
Joined the management team as a senior bartender; contributed to training programs; helped launch and operate a new venue with improved processes.

Education

BA (Hons) English at Napier University
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026

Qualifications

BA (Hons) English
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other