Digital journalist and content creator with over 10 years experience in the industry.…

Edmund Kirby

Digital journalist and content creator with over 10 years experience in the industry.…

Available to hire

Digital journalist and content creator with over 10 years experience in the industry.

Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Editor at Beano Studios
August 1, 2019 - December 1, 2025
Directed the digital visual and creative identity for Beano Studios; led rapid-response and long-form storytelling; developed campaigns for World Mental Health Day and World Book Day; coordinated content with partners including Young Minds, NatWest, DEFRA and English Heritage; managed a team of eight; scaled Beano.com to over 1 million monthly users; ensured safeguarding and GDPR compliance.
Deputy Editor at Beano Studios
January 1, 2018 - August 1, 2019
Conceptualised and produced visually-driven interactive content; led development of quizzes and interactive gaming to boost engagement; established workflows for reactive content; utilised Adobe Creative Cloud for multimedia production.
Sub-editor, SunOnline at News UK
August 1, 2014 - August 1, 2017
Developed and produced high-impact visual news stories and multimedia features for the UK’s highest-circulation digital title; delivered under tight deadlines; crafted headlines and teasers for multi-platform engagement; worked with WordPress and other CMS tools.
Sub-editor, Snapchat Discover at MailOnline
March 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Delivered trend-led, visually engaging content for Snapchat Discover; collaborated with designers to produce stories for a younger audience; deputised for the Team Editor while maintaining quality and brand consistency.
Music Staff Writer at XYZ Magazine
March 1, 2013 - March 1, 2015
Wrote and edited original editorial features across print and digital formats, focusing on community-led events and public interviews.

Education

BA (Hons) English Literature at University of Sussex
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
CELTA at Cambridge CELTA
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026

Qualifications

CELTA
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other

Skills

Experience Level