I am a versatile media professional with a First-Class Honours degree in Sports Journalism and a strong foundation in digital media, content creation, and communications. I have proven experience across professional football, rugby, and national sports bodies, and I am skilled in SEO, social media strategy, video editing, graphic design and multi-platform journalism. I am comfortable leading teams and managing full media operations for growing and established organisations. I have led media operations, produced live content for major events, built partnerships with sponsors and media companies, and driven engagement through strategic content planning across multiple platforms. I am hands-on, collaborative, and passionate about telling compelling sports stories.

Samantha Seddon-Davies

I am a versatile media professional with a First-Class Honours degree in Sports Journalism and a strong foundation in digital media, content creation, and communications. I have proven experience across professional football, rugby, and national sports bodies, and I am skilled in SEO, social media strategy, video editing, graphic design and multi-platform journalism. I am comfortable leading teams and managing full media operations for growing and established organisations. I have led media operations, produced live content for major events, built partnerships with sponsors and media companies, and driven engagement through strategic content planning across multiple platforms. I am hands-on, collaborative, and passionate about telling compelling sports stories.

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I am a versatile media professional with a First-Class Honours degree in Sports Journalism and a strong foundation in digital media, content creation, and communications. I have proven experience across professional football, rugby, and national sports bodies, and I am skilled in SEO, social media strategy, video editing, graphic design and multi-platform journalism. I am comfortable leading teams and managing full media operations for growing and established organisations.

I have led media operations, produced live content for major events, built partnerships with sponsors and media companies, and driven engagement through strategic content planning across multiple platforms. I am hands-on, collaborative, and passionate about telling compelling sports stories.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Media at England Amputee Football Association
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Lead all media operations across platforms with over 30K followers. Produced and posted live content from the Women’s World Cup. Partnered with sponsors and media companies for PR campaigns and fundraising. Grew engagement and reach monthly through strategic content planning. Headed staff departments for photography, video, and graphic design. Represented the company during international media days and showcase trips, including at the UEFA Champions League Final and Sky Sports Studios.
Media Intern at Wigan Athletic
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Live-tweeted matches and created real-time visuals. Gained 1,000+ followers for the women’s team within two weeks of launch. Produced match reports, features, and conducted post-match interviews.
Communications Assistant at The Football League (EFL)
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Created statistical graphics for 621K+ national followers. Managed weekly matchday photo galleries for one of Europe’s largest football websites.
Media & Communications Assistant at British Roundnet
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Improved internal communications across international departments. Designed visual content and sponsorship material on Canva. Coordinated logistics for international governing body guests at a World Championships.
Junior Intern at BBC North West Tonight / Radio Manchester
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Assisted in cross-platform journalism: TV, radio, social media. Compiled footage published in TV segments using Juniper and OpenMedia. Worked in professional newsrooms and studios to create fresh, current content.
Freelance Copywriter at Wrestlesphere
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Sourced and wrote exclusive interviews and features. Boosted website traffic and social engagement, building a reputation in the wrestling scene.
Social Media Manager at Freckleton FC
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Doubled social media following and improved Instagram visits by 95%. Created reels, galleries, and trending content. Produced eye-catching personalised graphics which incentivised new player enrolment.
Social Media Assistant at Euxton Villa FC
December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Live match coverage and post-match interviews with match reports in weekly programmes. Designed matchday graphics using Adobe Photoshop.
Content Creator at Wales National Rugby League Team
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Captured and edited high-quality video content on TV-grade cameras. Worked alongside professional media teams during World Cup preparations.

Education

BA (Hons) Sports Journalism at University of Central Lancashire
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
NCTJ Certificate – Shorthand (60 wpm) at National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025

Qualifications

NCTJ Certificate – Shorthand (60 wpm)
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
BCTJ Accreditation
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
FA Certification – Safeguarding
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
FA Certification – Player Welfare
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services