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I am Paul Candon, a strategist and practitioner with recognised expertise in digital cultures, mediascapes, and communications. I deliver qualitative research and consultancy services to diverse organizations, helping them measure impact, optimize information pathways, and manage content effectively.
I bring extensive publishing and editorial experience across the UK and Europe, with a track record as a project manager, specialist editor, and literary agent. I have recent training in data visualization, storytelling, and AI in digital media, and I am committed to advancing digital literacy and media inclusion through higher education.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Digital Media Consultant at Paul Candon & Associates
June 1, 2016 - PresentIn-house and freelance project management for publication processes across print and online content; developed tailored digital media strategies and comprehensive media plans; expanded client engagement and maintained strong professional relationships.
Adjunct Professor of Media Communications at Webster Private University – Vienna
February 1, 2026 - PresentDeliver courses to international undergraduate students; manage student performance using automated reporting; pursue own research and publishing projects; revise syllabus and course content to meet learning objectives.
Literary Agent at London Academic Publishing Ltd – London
February 1, 2026 - PresentRepresent academic authors, negotiate publishing contracts, provide editorial guidance, rights management, and strategic positioning within scholarly and non-fiction markets.
Publisher/Editor-in-Chief at Ferrante IP – Hong Kong
February 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025Managed communications for a European IP firm; oversaw publishing and editorial activities, created content, and drove marketing strategy; supervised staff and budget; influenced brand direction.
Policy Researcher at Digital Literacy Inclusion Hub – St Andrews
August 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025Conducted policy-relevant research; identified emerging policy trends; contributed to evidence-based decision-making and strengthened stakeholder engagement through collaboration with experts.
Researcher & Seminar Leader at Trinity College Dublin – Dublin
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2016Pursued and presented on evolving new media spaces in Ireland; conducted literature reviews; worked in interdisciplinary teams; presented findings at conferences and ensured ethical research practices.
Guest Lecturer at University College Dublin – Dublin
August 1, 2014 - February 1, 2016Designed and delivered CyberSociety module for undergraduate and Master’s students; contributed to course design and assessment; managed eLearning platform and supported diverse students.
Academic Supervisor at Trinity College Dublin – Dublin
January 1, 2011 - February 1, 2013Supervised Master’s theses; supported research progression; contributed to peer review activities; engaged with editorial responsibilities for related publications.
Associate Researcher at GRADCam – Dublin
October 1, 2009 - February 1, 2013Presented research findings at conferences; contributed to a multi-disciplinary research cluster; participated in weekly seminars and project work.
Editor & Publishing Consultant at Self-employed – Dublin/London
February 1, 2007 - March 1, 2011Project management; editorial strategy; managed calendars; recruited and coordinated freelance editors; ensured deadlines and high-quality output; built client relationships.
Partner & Director of Studies at Institute of Legal English – Dublin
August 1, 2006 - December 1, 2008European-wide provision of specialist tuition to non-English-speaking law practitioners and students (CPD).
Legal English Specialist at University of Cambridge – Cambridge
March 1, 2007 - September 1, 2008Developed online learning materials for Legal English; provided linguistic expertise for professional and academic purposes.
Marketing & Publicity Manager at Town House Publishers – Dublin
March 1, 2005 - March 1, 2006Budgeting, media buying, and marketing campaign execution.
Senior Legal Editor at Roundhall, Sweet & Maxwell (Thomson Reuters Group) – Dublin
May 1, 2001 - March 1, 2003Managed in-house staff and freelance editors; produced annual programme across books, journals, and periodicals.
Adjunct Professor of Media Communications at Webster Private University
February 1, 2026 - PresentManaging student performance using automated reporting; delivering courses to diverse international undergraduate students; pursuing research and publishing; revising syllabus to achieve learning objectives.
Literary Agent at London Academic Publishing Ltd
February 1, 2026 - PresentRepresenting academic authors, negotiating publishing contracts, providing editorial guidance, rights management, and strategic positioning within scholarly and non-fiction markets.
Publisher/Editor-in-Chief at Ferrante IP
February 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025Managed communications for this full practice European intellectual property firm with six offices in South-East Asia; editorial content creation and publishing operations; brand direction; media budget planning; supervising marketing staff.
Policy Researcher at Digital Literacy Inclusion Hub
August 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025Conducted policy-oriented research identifying emerging trends; contributed to evidence-based decision-making; strengthened stakeholder engagement through collaboration with experts.
Researcher & Seminar Leader at Trinity College Dublin
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2016Dissertation on evolving new media spaces; literature reviews; presented findings at conferences; collaborated with interdisciplinary teams; ensured ethical considerations.
Guest Lecturer at University College Dublin
August 1, 2014 - February 1, 2016Designed and delivered CyberSociety module; contributed to course design and assessment; administered eLearning platform; provided student support.
Academic Supervisor at Trinity College Dublin
January 1, 2011 - February 1, 2013Supervisor on Master's theses; contributed to editorial review; supported interdisciplinary research projects.
Peer Reviewer at Trinity College Dublin Journal of Postgraduate Research
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Peer reviewer for Law/Social Science submissions, contributing to scholarly quality assurance.
Associate Researcher - Interdisciplinary Studies at GRADCam
October 1, 2009 - February 1, 2013Presented research findings at conferences; participated in a multi-disciplinary research cluster; contributed to weekly seminar series.
Editor & Publishing Consultant at Self-employed
February 1, 2007 - March 1, 2011Project management, communications strategy; improved client satisfaction; editorial calendar management; onboarding of freelance editors; coordinating staff.
Partner & Director of Studies at Institute of Legal English
August 1, 2006 - December 1, 2008Europe-wide provision of onsite and class-based specialist tuition to practitioners and law students; CPD.
Legal English Specialist at University of Cambridge
March 1, 2007 - September 1, 2008Developed published learning materials; linguistic expertise; online learning materials creation; core examination materials.
Marketing & Publicity Manager at Town House Publishers
March 1, 2005 - March 1, 2006Budgets, media buying, and marketing campaigns.
Senior Legal Editor at Roundhall, Sweet & Maxwell (Thomson Reuters Group)
May 1, 2001 - March 1, 2003Managed in-house staff and freelance panel for publishing programme including books, journals, and periodicals.
Education
PhD in Sociology, Digital Media & Communications at Trinity College Dublin
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Master's Degree: Public Culture Studies at Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Bachelor's Degree: English Language and Literature, Letters and Law at University of Galway
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 1993Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) in Sociology, Digital Media, Communications at Trinity College Dublin
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Master's Degree: Public Culture Studies at Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology (IADT) - Dublin, Ireland
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009Bachelor's Degree: English Language and Literature, Letters and Law at University of Galway
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 1993Qualifications
Elements of AI
November 1, 2024 - April 21, 2026Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics
February 1, 2024 - April 21, 2026Data Visualization & Storytelling
May 1, 2026 - April 21, 2026Ethnography for Innovation; online ethnography; Multidisciplinary postgraduate course; Trinity College Dublin
July 1, 2014 - April 21, 2026Postgraduate Skills Summer School
July 1, 2014 - April 21, 2026Postgrad Certificate in Teaching & Learning
March 1, 2013 - April 21, 2026Copy-Editing; Electronic Project Management
May 1, 2006 - April 21, 2026Journalism training: news reporting, features, reviews; sub-editorial and layout
January 1, 1997 - April 21, 2026Video Production/Media Analysis Certificate
October 1, 1999 - April 21, 2026Elements of AI
November 1, 2024 - April 21, 2026Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics
February 1, 2024 - April 21, 2026Data Visualization & Storytelling
May 1, 2026 - April 21, 2026Ethnography for Innovation; online ethnography: Multidisciplinary postgraduate course
July 1, 2014 - April 21, 2026Postgraduate Skills Summer School
July 1, 2014 - April 21, 2026Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2013Copy-Editing; Electronic Project Management
May 1, 2006 - April 21, 2026Journalism training: news reporting, features, reviews; sub-editorial and layout using Quark Express
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997Video Production/Media Analysis Certificate
October 1, 1999 - April 21, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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