Hi, I’m Hannah McDonald, a showbusiness reporter based in Edinburgh with experience across print and online outlets, focusing on TV, film and celebrity news. I enjoy writing and illustrating articles, conducting interviews, pitching original ideas, and building networks at industry events. I’m passionate about storytelling that captures behind-the-scenes moments and the cultural impact of entertainment. Previously I led an in-depth health and news investigation into the effects of disposable vapes that contributed to their removal from sale, and I’ve covered awards shows, red carpets, theatre and reality TV. My background also includes performing in professional theatre, which fuels my enthusiasm for storytelling across media and stages alike.

Hannah McDonald

Hi, I’m Hannah McDonald, a showbusiness reporter based in Edinburgh with experience across print and online outlets, focusing on TV, film and celebrity news. I enjoy writing and illustrating articles, conducting interviews, pitching original ideas, and building networks at industry events. I’m passionate about storytelling that captures behind-the-scenes moments and the cultural impact of entertainment. Previously I led an in-depth health and news investigation into the effects of disposable vapes that contributed to their removal from sale, and I’ve covered awards shows, red carpets, theatre and reality TV. My background also includes performing in professional theatre, which fuels my enthusiasm for storytelling across media and stages alike.

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Hi, I’m Hannah McDonald, a showbusiness reporter based in Edinburgh with experience across print and online outlets, focusing on TV, film and celebrity news. I enjoy writing and illustrating articles, conducting interviews, pitching original ideas, and building networks at industry events. I’m passionate about storytelling that captures behind-the-scenes moments and the cultural impact of entertainment.

Previously I led an in-depth health and news investigation into the effects of disposable vapes that contributed to their removal from sale, and I’ve covered awards shows, red carpets, theatre and reality TV. My background also includes performing in professional theatre, which fuels my enthusiasm for storytelling across media and stages alike.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Showbusiness Reporter at Daily Mail
March 1, 2024 - Present
Cover celebrity, theatre, TV, film and music news across print and online. Conduct interviews and write features alongside daily news coverage. Report on awards shows, red carpets, fashion weeks and reality TV. Produce live blog coverage of major entertainment events and TV launches. Attend industry events, screenings and shows.
Trainee Reporter at Daily Mail
March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2024
Worked across Health, News, Showbiz and Lifestyle desks. Covered breaking news, live-blogged events and wrote long-form features. Conducted interviews and investigations across a broad range of topics.
News Reporter at Scottish Daily Mail
April 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Reported local news across Glasgow. Served as the paper’s sole reporter covering the Sheku Bayoh Inquiry.
Copytaster at The Sun
November 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Assisted page editors and gathered agency copy for print editions.
SEO Reporter at The Sun
September 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Wrote SEO-focused articles and analysed Google Trends for audience insights.
Professional Musical Theatre Performer at Self-employed
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
Professional musical theatre performer with experience across London productions, represented by a talent agency.
Performer at Warner Bros. Entertainment
October 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Performer in The Polar Express Experience (immersive theatrical experience).

Education

NCTJ Diploma in News Journalism at Press Association Training
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Diploma in Musical Theatre at The MGA Academy of Performing Arts
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services