Hi, I’m Joshua Walton. I’m a multimedia journalist and editor with 10+ years’ experience across the UK and overseas. I’ve reported and edited for outlets including The Daily Telegraph, NZME, Otago Daily Times, The Argus, and StudyTravel Magazine, covering current affairs, hard news, travel and business. I’m comfortable on set, with cameras and lighting, and I bring a practical, story-first approach to every assignment. I’m proficient in shorthand and interview technique, and I enjoy translating complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives across print, online and video. I’m passionate about multimedia storytelling and digital growth. I’ve led editorial and social media initiatives, produced weekly news videos, and collaborated across editorial, production and design teams to deliver impactful coverage for audiences in hospitality, travel, education and beyond. I’m always looking for fresh angles and ways to reach new readers and viewers through compelling storytelling and smart SEO/publishing strategies.

Joshua Walton

Hi, I’m Joshua Walton. I’m a multimedia journalist and editor with 10+ years’ experience across the UK and overseas. I’ve reported and edited for outlets including The Daily Telegraph, NZME, Otago Daily Times, The Argus, and StudyTravel Magazine, covering current affairs, hard news, travel and business. I’m comfortable on set, with cameras and lighting, and I bring a practical, story-first approach to every assignment. I’m proficient in shorthand and interview technique, and I enjoy translating complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives across print, online and video. I’m passionate about multimedia storytelling and digital growth. I’ve led editorial and social media initiatives, produced weekly news videos, and collaborated across editorial, production and design teams to deliver impactful coverage for audiences in hospitality, travel, education and beyond. I’m always looking for fresh angles and ways to reach new readers and viewers through compelling storytelling and smart SEO/publishing strategies.

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Hi, I’m Joshua Walton. I’m a multimedia journalist and editor with 10+ years’ experience across the UK and overseas. I’ve reported and edited for outlets including The Daily Telegraph, NZME, Otago Daily Times, The Argus, and StudyTravel Magazine, covering current affairs, hard news, travel and business. I’m comfortable on set, with cameras and lighting, and I bring a practical, story-first approach to every assignment. I’m proficient in shorthand and interview technique, and I enjoy translating complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives across print, online and video.

I’m passionate about multimedia storytelling and digital growth. I’ve led editorial and social media initiatives, produced weekly news videos, and collaborated across editorial, production and design teams to deliver impactful coverage for audiences in hospitality, travel, education and beyond. I’m always looking for fresh angles and ways to reach new readers and viewers through compelling storytelling and smart SEO/publishing strategies.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Editor at Foodservice Equipment Journal (ITP Media Group)
July 1, 2022 - Present
Leading the monthly publication in print and online with daily news coverage, features and analysis; interviewing major figures in the food industry; breaking exclusives; writing long-form analysis and opinion pieces; attending industry events to represent the brand. Responsible for budgeting/planning editorial and news agendas for reporters and freelancers, driving digital growth, and overseeing social media/newsletters. Organising and hosting the annual industry awards ceremony, including scripting and supporting production.
Staff Journalist at StudyTravel Magazine
May 1, 2019 - June 1, 2022
Reporting on the international education sector and global travel news, including Covid-19 and the Ukraine conflict. Traveled to conferences worldwide to interview key players; wrote and sub-edited/produced travel and analysis features (including extensive data journalism); produced daily news for the magazine and online. Filmed, produced and edited a weekly news video/broadcast and co-hosted a regular online news programme.
Multimedia Journalist at Allied Press (Otago Daily Times, Mountain Scene, Channel 39 – The South Today)
May 1, 2018 - February 1, 2019
Multimedia journalist/news reporter (photography and videography) covering current affairs, hard news, action sports and entertainment in Queenstown and the wider Otago/Southland region. Wrote and sub-edited news articles/features; social media editing and content production. Video journalist, filming/editing content for news reports (Sony A7/A9) for newspapers’ websites and Channel 39. Court, crime and local government reporting; some articles/content published by NZ Herald/NZME.
Multimedia News Reporter at The Argus (Newsquest)
December 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018
Broke numerous stories in Sussex and national outlets; developed skills as a multimedia journalist and social media editor.
Intern at Latest TV (Brighton)
July 1, 2016 - July 31, 2016
Filming/editing and reporting on local current affairs issues and news stories for its local/cable TV news programme and online platforms.
Intern at Press Association (Video Desk)
June 1, 2016 - June 30, 2016
Assisted with filming and editing video footage and interviews for video news packages; helped to film political developments and addresses during the EU Referendum week and related events.

Education

Master of Arts in Multimedia Journalism (with NCTJ Diploma in Journalism) at University of Sussex
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours) in Politics and Philosophy at University of Sussex
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

NCTJ Diploma in Journalism
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Ofcom regulatory exam
January 11, 2030 - May 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services