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I’m Kaye Holland, a dynamic content specialist with over two decades of experience across travel media, publishing and digital strategy. I craft engaging content, lead editorial teams, and shape brand voice across websites, social channels and broadcast. I’m known for being energetic, ultra-organised and results-driven, with a track record of driving subscriptions, leads and audience engagement.
Beyond work, I love travel and storytelling. I lead London walking tours, host a Women’s Football podcast, and enjoy sharing insights with diverse audiences around the world. I’m always exploring new ways to connect with people through compelling content and experiences.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior digital editor at World of Cruising
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025Maintaining, developing, and improving the website in line with business strategies through the creation of best-in-class content aligned with consumer trends and search terms; delivering business KPIs such as consumer sign-ups and leads to partners; coaching and leading a team of digital content staff and freelancers; championing editorial tone and acting as the face of the brand on WOC TV.
Editorial lead at Get-Optimal
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022Responsible for taking web content from concept to publication alongside overseeing a diverse team of staff and freelance contributors.
Senior digital content editor at The Daily Telegraph
April 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020Commissioning, writing, editing, planning and publishing commissioning consumer-focused cruise content that drove subscriptions and hit commercial targets, while managing a global pool of freelancers. (Contract rescinded due to Covid-19).
Special projects editor at World Travel Group
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018Head of the editorial and creative team, working across World Travel Awards’ affiliated digital and social platforms; coordinating press releases, including building, testing and distributing; regular international travel and acting as spokesperson.
Travel editor at TNT magazine
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018Created, commissioned and managed content for TNT online, overseeing contributors and liaising with the print team to deliver editorial that edited the brand across multiple platforms.
Contributing digital editor at Just About Travel
May 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020Researching, writing, editing and uploading articles; represented the company at industry shows such as WTM, ITB & IPW.
Freelance digital journalist at MailOnline
May 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021Production of premium digital content; uploaded accurate, high quality articles & worked closely with editorial teams and lawyers.
Content editor, iPad edition at The Telegraph
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Edited, uploaded & published engaging content across the Telegraph iPad app.
London curator at Haute Living
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Blogged/posted daily about London’s luxury hotels, bars, restaurants, clubs and events.
Online editor at Student365
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014Editorial lead helping position Student365 as the UK’s leading student title.
Special projects editor at Time Out China
June 1, 2012 - June 1, 2012Brainstormed and developed brand extension ideas, pitched to clients and secured contracts, oversaw the editorial budget, and managed the conception and production of all editorial and staff within the department.
Editor at REALlife (Caribbean real estate publication)
October 1, 2009 - October 1, 2009Managed a team of staff & contributing writers, provided and maintained a firm direction for the magazine and networked with related industries.
Deputy editor at Time Out Middle East
September 1, 2008 - September 1, 2008Helped establish the weekly Dubai magazine, monthly Abu Dhabi magazine and quarterly Gulf travel guide as the leading English language titles in the Middle East.
Features editor at Fresh Direction
July 1, 2006 - July 1, 2006Features editor for youth lifestyle magazine.
Broadcast assistant at BBC Newsround and BBC Sport online
June 1, 2005 - June 1, 2005Assist in broadcast production and online content; left when BBC Sport relocated to Salford.
Freelance writer and editor at Various clients
June 1, 2003 - November 15, 2025Freelance writing and editing for outlets including The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, MailOnline, Travel + Leisure, etc.
Senior Digital Editor at World of Cruising
June 1, 2022 - March 1, 2025Maintained, developed, and improved the website in line with business strategies through the creation of best-in-class content aligned with consumer trends and search terms. Drove KPIs such as consumer sign-ups and leads to partners. Coached, mentored, and led a team of freelancers; championed editorial tone and style; collaborated with commercial partners; acted as the face of the brand on WOC TV.
Editorial Lead at Get-Optimal
May 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022Took web content from concept to publication, overseeing a diverse team of staff and freelance contributors.
Senior Digital Content Editor at The Daily Telegraph
September 1, 2018 - April 1, 2020Commissioning, writing, editing, planning, and publishing consumer-focused cruise content that drove subscriptions and hit commercial targets, while managing a global pool of freelancers.
Special Projects Editor at World Travel Group
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018Head of the editorial and creative team across World Travel Awards’ digital and social platforms; coordinating press releases; international travel as a spokesperson; building, testing, and distributing editorial assets.
Editor at TNT Magazine
March 1, 2015 - September 1, 2018Created, commissioned and managed content for TNT Online; oversaw contributors and liaised with the print team to deliver editorial that fitted the brand across multiple platforms.
Contributing Digital Editor at Just About Travel
August 1, 2006 - May 1, 2020Researching, writing, editing, and uploading articles; long-term contributor representing the company at industry shows such as WTM (London), ITB (Berlin) & IPW (USA).
Freelance Digital Journalist at MailOnline
June 1, 2014 - May 1, 2021Production of premium digital content; uploaded accurate, high-quality articles and worked closely with editorial teams and lawyers.
Content Editor, The Telegraph iPad edition at The Telegraph
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Edited, uploaded & published engaging content across the Telegraph iPad app.
London Curator at Haute Living (online luxe lifestyle publication)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017Blogged/posted daily about London’s luxury hotels, bars, restaurants, clubs, and events for Haute Living and its sister site Haute Time.
Online Editor at Student365
June 1, 2012 - June 1, 2014Editorial lead helping position Student365 as the UK’s leading student title.
Special Projects Editor at Time Out China
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012Brainstormed and developed brand extension ideas, pitched to clients, secured contracts, oversaw the editorial budget, and managed the conception and production of all editorial and staff within the department.
Editor at REALlife (Caribbean real estate publication)
October 1, 2008 - October 1, 2009Managed a team of staff & contributing writers, provided and maintained a firm direction for the magazine, and networked with related industries.
Deputy Editor at Time Out Middle East
August 1, 2006 - September 1, 2008Helped establish the weekly Dubai magazine, monthly Abu Dhabi magazine, and quarterly Gulf travel guide as the leading English-language titles in the Middle East.
Features Editor at Fresh Direction
June 1, 2005 - July 1, 2006Edited features for a youth lifestyle magazine; left to move abroad and join Time Out.
Broadcast Assistant at BBC Newsround and BBC Sport online
March 1, 2004 - June 1, 2005Supported broadcast teams; assisted with production and editorial tasks; left when BBC Sport relocated to Salford.
Tour guide at Talk of the Town London
June 14, 2014 - January 1, 2020Planned and led engaging London tours, sharing historical and cultural information, ensuring group safety and logistics, and delivering excellent customer service.
Content editor at The Telegraph iPad edition
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Edited, uploaded and published engaging content across the iPad app.
London curator at Haute Living
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017Blogged daily about London's luxury hotels, bars, restaurants, clubs and events for Haute Living and Haute Time.
Editor at REALlife
October 8, 2008 - October 9, 2009Managed a team & editorial direction for the Caribbean real estate publication; networked with related industries.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Periodical Journalism at City University, London
April 1, 2003 - March 31, 2004BA (Hons) English Literature & Language (2:1) at King’s College London
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003Postgraduate Diploma in Periodical Journalism at City University, London
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004BA (Hons) English Literature & Language (2:1) at King's College London
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003Postgraduate Diploma in Periodical Journalism at City University, London
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004BA (Hons) English Literature & Language (2:1) at King's College London
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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