First-Class graduate of Birmingham City University with extensive hands-on experience across podcast production, radio presenting, and digital content creation. I’m confident working with diverse audiences both online and in person, and I enjoy turning ideas into platform-specific stories from concept through to final delivery. Calm under pressure and proactive in fast-paced environments, I bring strong production management, editing, and organisation skills from live studio work, short turnaround freelance roles, and multi-tasking event responsibilities. I collaborate well with teams, troubleshoot creative challenges, and focus on audience engagement and brand identity in every project.

Maya Davis

First-Class graduate of Birmingham City University with extensive hands-on experience across podcast production, radio presenting, and digital content creation. I’m confident working with diverse audiences both online and in person, and I enjoy turning ideas into platform-specific stories from concept through to final delivery. Calm under pressure and proactive in fast-paced environments, I bring strong production management, editing, and organisation skills from live studio work, short turnaround freelance roles, and multi-tasking event responsibilities. I collaborate well with teams, troubleshoot creative challenges, and focus on audience engagement and brand identity in every project.

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First-Class graduate of Birmingham City University with extensive hands-on experience across podcast production, radio presenting, and digital content creation. I’m confident working with diverse audiences both online and in person, and I enjoy turning ideas into platform-specific stories from concept through to final delivery.

Calm under pressure and proactive in fast-paced environments, I bring strong production management, editing, and organisation skills from live studio work, short turnaround freelance roles, and multi-tasking event responsibilities. I collaborate well with teams, troubleshoot creative challenges, and focus on audience engagement and brand identity in every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Assistant Podcast Producer at Shortbread Media
July 1, 2026 - Present
Worked as part of a small team recording and editing political podcasts to a professional standard, supporting smooth production from capture through post-production.
Research Fellow at British Council Venice Biennale Fellowship
August 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Engaged with broad audiences in the British Pavilion while managing multiple tasks. Created a research project consisting of multiple soundscapes for the 'Unheard Venice Podcast' and supported a live broadcast environment.
Floor Manager (Inspired VIP Event) at BCU Inspired Festival
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026
Managed studio floor operations for a 30-minute live broadcast, overseeing timing, cues, and safety to deliver a smooth and professional show. Coordinated guests and supported overall production flow for a live audience event.
Podcast Host at St Giles Hospice Podcast
April 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Helped bring end-of-life care stories to life through compassionate, engaging audio content. Hosted and supported storytelling for published episodes (available as 'We're Dying to Tell You Something').
Freelance, Junior Assistant Producer at Unedited
March 1, 2025 - Present
Produced original factual radio packages for BBC 1XTRA Talks, tailoring content to audience needs and building engaging, issue-led stories. Worked independently as a freelancer with often short turnaround times.
Social Media Production at Pips Hot Sauce
February 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Produced engaging social media videos and product photography to increase brand visibility. Developed unique content ideas and filming plans to build audience relationships, taking projects through concept, filming, and post-production for performance-optimised engagement.
Presenter, Producer, Participations & Inclusion Officer at Scratch Radio
December 1, 2024 - July 1, 2026
Hosted a weekly radio show and co-produced/presented the Student Radio Chart show. Planned and coordinated events by communicating with businesses to curate experiences for society members. Trained 20+ people using Myriad 6 and supported production using Adobe Audition.
Floor Manager (DesiTalks panel show) at DesiTalks
October 1, 2024 - Present
Oversaw on-set logistics to ensure seamless coordination between talent, crew, and production during a live recording.
Stand-in (BBC Great British Menu) at BBC
September 1, 2024 - Present
Performed as an on-camera stand-in to support camera blocking, lighting setup, and scene continuity for production efficiency.
Production Assistant at Royal Shakespeare Company
September 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted on set with filming, coordinated scenes, managed props, and supported smooth on-set operations.
Tourism Marketing Manager (Placement) at West Midlands Growth Company
April 1, 2024 - Present
Edited video headers for a major website migration using Adobe Premiere Pro—repairing damaged footage, enhancing audio, and applying consistent colour grading. Delivered polished visual assets supporting the organisation’s digital refresh.

Education

BA (Hons) Media Production (First Class) at Birmingham City University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Digital Media CTEC (Distinction*, Distinction*, Distinction) at BoomSatsuma, Bristol
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Albert Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 8, 2026
First Aid Trained
January 11, 2030 - July 8, 2026
Enhanced DBS checked
January 11, 2030 - July 8, 2026

Industry Experience

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