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I'm Matthew Joseph Jenner, a creative and detail-oriented linguist and writer blending applied linguistics, media research, and data analysis to uncover meaningful patterns in language and culture. I enjoy turning complex information into clear, engaging narratives across academic, editorial, and tech contexts. Based between Portugal and South Africa, I collaborate across borders on remote and EU-based projects, bridging language, technology, and culture through data-driven insights and cross-cultural communication.…I'm Matthew Joseph Jenner, a creative and detail-oriented linguist and writer blending applied linguistics, media research, and data analysis to uncover meaningful patterns in language and culture. I enjoy turning complex information into clear, engaging narratives across academic, editorial, and tech contexts. Based between Portugal and South Africa, I collaborate across borders on remote and EU-based projects, bridging language, technology, and culture through data-driven insights and cross-cultural communication.

Matthew Joseph Jenner

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I'm Matthew Joseph Jenner, a creative and detail-oriented linguist and writer blending applied linguistics, media research, and data analysis to uncover meaningful patterns in language and culture. I enjoy turning complex information into clear, engaging narratives across academic, editorial, and tech contexts. Based between Portugal and South Africa, I collaborate across borders on remote and EU-based projects, bridging language, technology, and culture through data-driven insights and cross-cultural communication.…I'm Matthew Joseph Jenner, a creative and detail-oriented linguist and writer blending applied linguistics, media research, and data analysis to uncover meaningful patterns in language and culture. I enjoy turning complex information into clear, engaging narratives across academic, editorial, and tech contexts. Based between Portugal and South Africa, I collaborate across borders on remote and EU-based projects, bridging language, technology, and culture through data-driven insights and cross-cultural communication.

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I’m Matthew Joseph Jenner, a creative and detail-oriented linguist and writer blending applied linguistics, media research, and data analysis to uncover meaningful patterns in language and culture. I enjoy turning complex information into clear, engaging narratives across academic, editorial, and tech contexts. Based between Portugal and South Africa, I collaborate across borders on remote and EU-based projects, bridging language, technology, and culture through data-driven insights and cross-cultural communication.

Skills

Copywriting

Data Visualization

Data Science

Experience Level

Copywriting

Expert

Data Visualization

Expert

Data Science

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Annotator & Reviewer at e2f/TrustScale

January 1, 2024 - November 13, 2025

Contribute to the development and refinement of AI generative models by reviewing linguistic and visual outputs for accuracy, clarity, and coherence. Support improvements in human–machine communication through high-quality linguistic evaluation and data annotation.

Freelance Genomic Analyst at Katch

December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Collaborated with a cross-functional data team to analyse large-scale multimedia and audience datasets. Identified cultural and behavioural patterns in global media consumption, providing insight into viewer preferences and content trends.

Contributor at International Cinephile Society

January 1, 2020 - November 13, 2025

Produce festival coverage and film criticism for major international events, including Cannes, Venice, Berlinale, Sarajevo, and Locarno. Contribute reviews, interviews, and analytical essays for publication to a global readership.

Voter at Golden Globes

January 1, 2023 - November 13, 2025

Evaluate and adjudicate films and television series as a member of the voting body. Participate in screenings, press conferences, and Q&A sessions, exercising strong analytical judgment in selecting nominees and award recipients.

Sessional Lecturer at University of the Witwatersrand

December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Designed and taught a postgraduate course in Historical Linguistics. Managed curriculum development, assessments, and academic support for Honours and MA students, ensuring high engagement and performance outcomes.

Tutor and English Instructor at Private and University Tutoring

January 1, 2018 - November 13, 2025

Provide individual and small-group instruction in English language and Linguistics for primary through university-level learners. Focus on improving comprehension, writing, and academic communication skills.

Supervisor at Exclusive Books (Johannesburg, South Africa)

December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Supervised night staff and managed store operations, customer engagement, and merchandising. Maintained strong team coordination and service standards in a high-volume retail environment.

Freelance Genomic Analyst at Katch

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Supervisor at Exclusive Books (Johannesburg, South Africa)

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2022

Supervised night staff and managed store operations, customer engagement, and merchandising. Maintained strong team coordination and service standards in a high-volume retail environment.