Hi, I’m Erika Watson, a content and research specialist and journalist with experience across policy, enterprise, and social issues. I’m skilled at investigating complex topics, evaluating sources, and turning findings into clear, structured research documents for diverse audiences. I’m currently completing an MA in Broadcast & Digital Journalism to refresh my digital research and storytelling skills. With a strong grounding in factual accuracy and narrative clarity, I work independently and with teams to deliver research-led writing and policy briefings. I’ve collaborated with universities, cultural organisations, and public-sector clients, and I’m passionate about making complex information accessible and actionable.

Erika Watson

Hi, I’m Erika Watson, a content and research specialist and journalist with experience across policy, enterprise, and social issues. I’m skilled at investigating complex topics, evaluating sources, and turning findings into clear, structured research documents for diverse audiences. I’m currently completing an MA in Broadcast & Digital Journalism to refresh my digital research and storytelling skills. With a strong grounding in factual accuracy and narrative clarity, I work independently and with teams to deliver research-led writing and policy briefings. I’ve collaborated with universities, cultural organisations, and public-sector clients, and I’m passionate about making complex information accessible and actionable.

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Hi, I’m Erika Watson, a content and research specialist and journalist with experience across policy, enterprise, and social issues. I’m skilled at investigating complex topics, evaluating sources, and turning findings into clear, structured research documents for diverse audiences. I’m currently completing an MA in Broadcast & Digital Journalism to refresh my digital research and storytelling skills.

With a strong grounding in factual accuracy and narrative clarity, I work independently and with teams to deliver research-led writing and policy briefings. I’ve collaborated with universities, cultural organisations, and public-sector clients, and I’m passionate about making complex information accessible and actionable.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director at Greenwell Consulting
January 1, 2009 - Present
Research and consultancy for UEA, Open University, British Council, Ecorys International, FSB, John Innes Centre, and public-sector clients at the national and regional level. Multi-topic research for enterprise, creative industries, education, and social inclusion projects. Structured reports, feasibility studies, and policy briefings. Research-based workshop and training materials. Independent, deadline-driven project delivery.
Trainer at British Council – Creative Spark
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Developed research-based training materials for cultural sector leaders

Education

BA (Hons) Development Studies at University of East Anglia (UEA)
January 11, 2030 - January 25, 2026
MBA at Open University
January 11, 2030 - January 25, 2026

Qualifications

MA in Broadcast & Digital Journalism
September 16, 2025 - June 9, 2027

Industry Experience

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