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Hannah Bird

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I’m a PhD Earth Scientist and editorial specialist with more than 15 years in science-led journalism and publishing.

About

I’m a PhD Earth Scientist and editorial specialist with more than 15 years in science-led journalism and publishing. I excel at turning complex research into accessible, engaging content for audiences across print and digital media, and I’m adept at managing the end-to-end publishing process from pitching and commissioning through editing, publication and impact analysis.

I focus on Earth, environment, marine and space sciences, translating research-led reporting for public audiences. I’m skilled at interviewing researchers, collaborating with universities and agencies, and shaping narratives that inform, inspire and reach readers in many countries. I enjoy building strong editorial teams, developing house styles and training contributors to maintain high standards.

  • 8 years' experience
  • Joined March 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Non-Profit Organization

Work experience· 8 roles

Newsletter Editor · The KnowDec 2024 – Present · 2 yrs

Commission and edit the daily global newsletter, ensuring grammatical precision, factual integrity and objective reporting. Oversee story selection, interview coordination and editorial calendar, maintaining brand voice and audience engagement.

Scientist Journalist · Science X (Phys.org)Jun 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

Commission and edit the daily global newsletter sent to over 100,000 subscribers, covering current affairs, maintaining grammatical precision, factual integrity and objective, unbiased reporting to uphold the brand’s credibility. Exercise strong editorial judgment in selecting stories and ensuring language clarity, avoiding assumed knowledge to make content accessible to all readers. Source appropriate copyright-free or licensed media assets, and produce simplified infographics to communicate complex topics accurately. Produce daily social media content, particularly for Instagram, to extend audience reach. Monitor impact through website analytics, social media metrics and readership surveys.

Associate Editor · Geoscientist MagazineSep 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

Identify and commission geoscience feature articles from academics and industry professionals, guiding them to craft narratives suitable for a broad, non-specialist readership across over 80 countries. Edit and publish features via WordPress, ensuring grammatical precision, factual integrity and correct citation. Interview researchers and translate conversations into engaging articles on trending topics, highlighting emerging developments from universities, government agencies (such as NASA) and independent research organisations. Proof magazine layouts with publisher to make stylistic amendments. Plan and manage content cycles using Google Drive, maintaining a steady pipeline of ideas to meet magazine production deadlines. Produce social media content to amplify article reach, including promotional posts and podcast soundbites.

Blog Editor and Public Relations Assistant · Palaeontologia ElectronicaJun 2022 – Feb 2023 · 9 mos
Editorial and Production Assistant · The Geological CuratorFeb 2022 – Feb 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo
Assistant Newsletter and Production Editor · Palaeontological AssociationDec 2021 – Feb 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos
Sub-Editor and Content Creator · Digital SpyNov 2019 – Mar 2025 · 5 yrs 5 mos
Production Assistant, Editor and Content Creator · City Girl NetworkSep 2018 – Oct 2022 · 4 yrs 2 mos

Education

PhD Earth Sciences · University of Birmingham2020 – 2024
BSc/MSci (Hons) Geology and Physical Geography (First Class) · University of Birmingham2030 – 2018

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