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I’m Lucy Ray, a photojournalist and videographer with over 20 years of experience capturing impactful stories for leading national newspapers and online platforms. I thrive under pressure, delivering high-quality visual content across news, sports, features, underwater and aerial imagery.
My passion for visual storytelling has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards in both film and photography. I am always eager to take on new assignments, collaborate with teams, and tell compelling stories through imagery and motion.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Photographer/Video Journalist at Self-employed / Freelance
October 1, 2013 - PresentIndependent photographer and video journalist delivering news, features and documentary coverage for national newspapers and online platforms. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to produce compelling visuals, including underwater and aerial imagery.
Staff Photographer/Video Journalist at The Daily Mail
October 1, 2011 - October 1, 2013Photographed news, features and breaking stories for print and Mail Online; produced timely visual content to accompany articles.
Staff Photographer/Video Journalist at The Telegraph and Argus
January 1, 2005 - September 1, 2011Photographed local and regional news and sport; contributed to features and supplements, ensuring engaging storytelling through imagery.
Photojournalist at The Derbyshire Times / Matlock Mercury / Buxton Advertiser
January 1, 2003 - October 1, 2004Photojournalist covering local news, sport and editorial features; developed editorial visuals for distribution across publications.
Freelance Photographer at The Sheffield Star
August 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002Freelance photographer covering news, sport and features on a freelance basis.
Sabbatical Officer (Student Activities) at Sheffield University Students Union
June 1, 2001 - June 1, 2002Led student activities, governance and event coordination; developed leadership and project management skills.
Photographer/Picture Editor at The Steel Press
September 1, 1998 - June 1, 2001Photographer and picture editor for the student newspaper; produced editorial visuals for publication.
Education
BSc Genetics at University of Sheffield
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001NCTJ Preliminary Exams in Photojournalism at National Council for the Training of Journalists
January 1, 2002 - June 10, 2026National Certificate Exam (NCE) in Photojournalism at National Council for the Training of Journalists
January 1, 2004 - June 10, 2026A Levels at NGH School
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1998GCSE at NGH School
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996Qualifications
Full clean driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026BSAC Sports Diver
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026Baby and Pre-School Swimming Instructor
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026Pool Safety Award
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026DBS Enhanced check
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026Public liability insurance
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026Professional Indemnity Insurance
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026Swimming teacher insurance with STA
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality
Experience Level
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