I'm Kayleigh Campbell, a Creative Writing scholar and practitioner with research interests in writing on place and people, popular culture, and gender representation. I am an active poet and prose writer, with work spanning poetry, fiction, and short stories, and I also work as an educator and academic administrator. I enjoy developing learning experiences and mentoring writers across higher education, while continuing to practice creatively through poetry and prose. In roles across universities and arts organizations, I design and deliver writing modules, lead learner support initiatives, and contribute to admissions and program development. My creative practice informs my teaching, and I bring place-based, human-centered perspectives to the page, the classroom, and the studio.

Dr Kayleigh Campbell

I'm Kayleigh Campbell, a Creative Writing scholar and practitioner with research interests in writing on place and people, popular culture, and gender representation. I am an active poet and prose writer, with work spanning poetry, fiction, and short stories, and I also work as an educator and academic administrator. I enjoy developing learning experiences and mentoring writers across higher education, while continuing to practice creatively through poetry and prose. In roles across universities and arts organizations, I design and deliver writing modules, lead learner support initiatives, and contribute to admissions and program development. My creative practice informs my teaching, and I bring place-based, human-centered perspectives to the page, the classroom, and the studio.

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I’m Kayleigh Campbell, a Creative Writing scholar and practitioner with research interests in writing on place and people, popular culture, and gender representation. I am an active poet and prose writer, with work spanning poetry, fiction, and short stories, and I also work as an educator and academic administrator. I enjoy developing learning experiences and mentoring writers across higher education, while continuing to practice creatively through poetry and prose.

In roles across universities and arts organizations, I design and deliver writing modules, lead learner support initiatives, and contribute to admissions and program development. My creative practice informs my teaching, and I bring place-based, human-centered perspectives to the page, the classroom, and the studio.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Academic Support Officer at AD Education UK | ICMP x SAE
September 1, 2025 - Present
Academic support services and learner assistance across partnerships, contributing to program coordination and student engagement.
Creative Writing Tutor at University of Leeds | Lifelong Learning Centre
September 1, 2025 - Present
Tutoring and delivering creative writing sessions, supporting diverse learner needs and continuing professional development.
Lead English Language, Learner & Academic Support Tutor at Northern School of Contemporary Dance
June 1, 2021 - Present
Lead tutor for English language, learner support and academic assistance, coordinating learning resources for dance students.
Admissions Manager at Northern School of Contemporary Dance
March 1, 2020 - September 1, 2025
Oversaw admissions processes, communications, and student recruitment activities.
Teaching Fellow in Creative Writing at University of Huddersfield
September 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Teaching role in creative writing, contributing to module development and student mentoring.
Undergraduate Tutor at University of Huddersfield
January 1, 2020 - January 31, 2022
Tutoring undergraduate students, supporting academic writing and research skills.
Commercial Resources Assistant at Leeds University Union
September 1, 2017 - March 31, 2019
Assisted with resources and administrative tasks related to commercial operations for student union.
Operations Specialist at Apple Retail UK
July 1, 2014 - September 30, 2017
Operations support role focusing on store operations, customer experience and process improvement.

Education

PhD in Creative Writing at University of Huddersfield
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
MA by Research in Creative Writing at University of Huddersfield
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
BA (Hons) English Literature with Creative Writing at University of Huddersfield
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017

Qualifications

TEFL Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
TAPP (Teaching Assistant Preparation Programme)
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
Mental Health First Aider (MHFA England)
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Other