I'm Sukhi Hayer, a dynamic communications professional with more than a decade of broadcasting experience with the BBC. I work with large corporations offering media consultation and training to their employees. I deliver workshops on how to write multi-media press releases and advise CEOs and communication professionals to maximise opportunities in the media. I stay abreast of political and social change and have worked across many sectors including retail, rail, energy, robotics and technology.

Sukhi Hayer

I'm Sukhi Hayer, a dynamic communications professional with more than a decade of broadcasting experience with the BBC. I work with large corporations offering media consultation and training to their employees. I deliver workshops on how to write multi-media press releases and advise CEOs and communication professionals to maximise opportunities in the media. I stay abreast of political and social change and have worked across many sectors including retail, rail, energy, robotics and technology.

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I’m Sukhi Hayer, a dynamic communications professional with more than a decade of broadcasting experience with the BBC. I work with large corporations offering media consultation and training to their employees. I deliver workshops on how to write multi-media press releases and advise CEOs and communication professionals to maximise opportunities in the media.

I stay abreast of political and social change and have worked across many sectors including retail, rail, energy, robotics and technology.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director at HAYERMEDIA
March 1, 2019 - Present
Media Training for UK and overseas; advanced level for SMTs; Freelance for BBC Radio crisis communication and issues management workshops/simulations (emergency exercises for nuclear industry, tech and airlines); brand and pitch presentation for startups; running masterclasses for local Chambers of Commerce; PR and account management for multinational clients; currently involved in AI projects involving biotech and Lenovo.
Media and Communications Director at The Communication Leadership Academy
April 1, 2017 - March 1, 2019
Media Training for clients UK and overseas; Crisis communication and issues management workshops/simulations; Delivering Presentation workshops; Working with Vodafone graduates to improve their communication skills; Designing bespoke training modules for global companies; Executive Coaching clients; Content and Communication training; Media Relations consultancy; Webinar presentations; Managing Social Media Content writing.
Head of Communication and Media Training at BMS (Broadcast Media Services)
June 1, 2014 - April 1, 2017
Simulating media engagement exercises on radio/tv/print/online; message development; pressure testing; organise and execute crisis simulation exercises; energy sector partnerships for gold and silver command testing (nuclear division); account management for FTSE 100 clients; part of a small team that achieved a record turnover (£470,000).
Senior Broadcast Journalist at BBC News & Sport
November 1, 2002 - June 1, 2017
Reported on major incidents including 7/7 London bombings, the South East Asia Tsunami, Mumbai terror attacks, and the Pakistan earthquake. Presented, produced and studio managed Asian Network Reports (30-minute news programme). Covered major sporting events including the Cricket World Cup in India with the TMS team and the London Olympics. Proficient in Adobe, Radioman and other editing packages. Produced and presented radio documentaries. Short stints on BBC Newsround, BBC Online and the BBC's Social Media hub (UGC).

Education

Diploma in Coaching at Warwick University
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Post Graduate Diploma in Broadcast Journalism at University of Birmingham
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
BA (Hons) Political Science and Government at South Bank University
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026

Qualifications

Diploma in Coaching
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Post Graduate Diploma in Broadcast Journalism
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Energy & Utilities, Telecommunications, Professional Services