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Hi, I’m Daniel Paul Johns, a seasoned journalist, author and producer with a broad career spanning finance, news, sport and education. I currently write about markets, host and produce content for Kalkine TV, and I’m working on a supernatural crime novel, The Abyssed.
When I’m not reporting or teaching English as a second language, I lead teams, mentor writers, and translate complex ideas into clear, engaging stories for diverse audiences. I’m based in Sydney, Australia, and I’m passionate about storytelling, language, and exploration of new ideas.
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
English
Fluent
Work Experience
ESL Teacher at ILSC Sydney
June 21, 2024 - PresentTeaching English language including academic English to adult international students.
Finance Journalist, News Presenter and News Team Producer at Kalkine Media
June 12, 2024 - July 11, 2025Wrote predominantly for their news website with daily output of around 2000 words covering ASX 200, S&P 500, macroeconomic developments, and cryptocurrency. Presented for KalkineTV covering finance, politics, and global affairs. Created and hosted a daily live show called The Daily Crypto Catch focused on crypto news. Managed all content broadcast on KalkineTV including leading a team of writers and executing quality control, helping grow subscriber numbers to 52,000.
Sports Commentator at CluchTV
June 11, 2022 - PresentProvided commentary for various Australian sports such as rugby, soccer, basketball, and Australian Rules Football on an online sports platform.
Owner and Manager at Memento English Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - July 11, 2025Owned and managed an English teaching business both online and in classroom settings. Grew the business profitably and provided rewarding educational experiences until closure due to Covid-19.
Journalist at Key Media
December 31, 2008 - July 11, 2025Worked on the publication Your Investment Property conducting research, interviews, writing, editing, image sourcing, and pitching story ideas.
ESL Teacher at ILSC Sydney
June 21, 2024 - PresentTeaching English language including academic English to adult international students.
Finance Journalist, News Presenter and News Team Producer at Kalkine Media
June 12, 2024 - July 11, 2025Writing multiple daily articles on finance topics including stock markets, commodities, real estate, and cryptocurrency. Presenting and producing news shows on KalkineTV covering finance, politics, international markets, and crypto. Managing content broadcast for KalkineTV and leading a team of writers, resulting in subscriber growth to 52,000.
Sports Commentator at CluchTV
June 11, 2022 - PresentProviding commentary on various Australian sports including rugby, soccer, basketball, and Australian Rules Football for an online sports platform.
Owner and Manager at Memento English Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - July 11, 2025Managed and operated an English teaching business offering classes online and in classroom settings until closure due to Covid.
Journalist at Key Media
December 31, 2008 - July 11, 2025Produced content for the publication Your Investment Property including research, interviewing, writing, editing and image sourcing.
Finance Journalist, News Presenter and News Team Producer at Kalkine Media
March 1, 2021 - PresentWriting about 2000 words daily for Kalkine's news website on topics including ASX 200, S&P 500, macroeconomic developments, and cryptocurrency. Presenting finance, politics, and global affairs news on KalkineTV. Sourcing and writing live and pre-recorded news scripts for KalkineTV including a daily live show called The Daily Crypto Catch focused on crypto news. Recently tasked with managing all content broadcast on KalkineTV, leading a team of writers and executing quality control, which resulted in KalkineTV subscriber numbers rising to 52,000.
Sports Commentator at CluchTV
June 11, 2022 - PresentProviding commentary for a range of sports including rugby, soccer, basketball, and Australian Rules Football on an online platform covering sports across Australia.
Owner and Manager at Memento English Ltd.
December 31, 2020 - July 11, 2025Managed and operated an English teaching business offering both online and classroom lessons. The business was profitable and rewarding until it was closed due to the Covid pandemic.
Journalist at Key Media
December 31, 2008 - July 11, 2025Worked on content creation for the publication Your Investment Property. Responsibilities included research, interviewing, writing, editing, image sourcing, and pitching story ideas. This was the first full-time content creation role after university graduation.
English Teacher at ILSC College
March 4, 2023 - PresentTaught English as a second language to students from around the world, delivering general English and academic English; designed lesson plans and assessed learner progress.
Finance Journalist at Kalkine Media
March 1, 2021 - October 8, 2023Wrote approximately 2,000 words daily for Kalkine's news website (topics include ASX 200, S&P 500, macroeconomics and cryptocurrency). Presented for KalkineTV, producing live and pre-recorded scripts and a daily crypto-focused show The Daily Crypto Catch. Led quality control for KalkineTV content and managed content across the channel, contributing to subscriber growth to 52,000.
Owner and Manager at Memento English Ltd.
November 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021Owned and managed a language school with 27 students; taught English online and in the classroom; operated a profitable venture until Covid forced its closure.
Journalist at Key Media
October 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008Worked on the publication Your Investment Property; responsibilities included research, interviewing, writing, editing, image sourcing and pitching story ideas.
Content Writer and News Presenter at Kalkine Media
March 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023Wrote ~2000 words daily across topics including the ASX 200, the S&P 500, macroeconomic developments and cryptocurrency; presented for KalkineTV; sourced and wrote live and pre-recorded scripts; led a content team; KalkineTV subscribers reached 52,000.
Owner and Manager at CluchTV
June 11, 2022 - PresentSports commentator and owner-manager overseeing content and operations for an online Australian sports platform covering rugby, soccer, basketball and Australian Rules Football.
Writer / Content Creator at Kalkine Media
March 1, 2021 - August 10, 2023Wrote approximately 2000 words per day across topics including the ASX 200, the S&P 500, macroeconomics and cryptocurrency; presented for KalkineTV; sourced and wrote live and pre-recorded scripts; created The Daily Crypto Catch; managed content broadcast for KalkineTV; subscriber base grew to 52,000.
Sports Commentator / Owner and Manager at CluchTV
November 6, 2022 - PresentSports commentator across rugby, soccer, basketball and Australian Rules Football; owner and manager of CluchTV.
News and Finance Writer / Presenter at Kalkine Media
March 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023Wrote around 2000 words daily for Kalkine’s news site on topics including the ASX 200, S&P 500, macroeconomic developments and cryptocurrency; presented for KalkineTV; produced live and pre-recorded scripts; led content quality control for KalkineTV; built a 52,000-strong subscriber base.
Owner/Manager at Memento English Ltd.
November 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021Owned and managed a language school with 27 students, teaching English online and in the classroom; business operated successfully until Covid-19.
News & Finance Journalist at Kalkine Media
March 1, 2021 - October 8, 2023Wrote daily news articles on topics including the ASX 200, the S&P 500, macroeconomics and cryptocurrency; presented for KalkineTV and managed content broadcast.
Owner & Manager at Memento English Ltd.
November 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021Owned and managed a language school with 27 students; taught English online and in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts at The University of Sydney
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2001Masters at The University of Sydney
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003High School Diploma at Trinity Grammar School
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998Bachelor of Arts at The University of Sydney
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2002Masters in Media at The University of Sydney
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004High School Diploma at Trinity Grammar School
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998Bachelor of Arts (English and Social Anthropology) at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026Masters in Media at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026Secondary Education at Trinity Grammar School
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026Bachelor of Arts at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026Masters in Media at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026Bachelor of Arts (English and Social Anthropology) at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 25, 2026Masters in Media at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 25, 2026Secondary Education at Trinity Grammar School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998Bachelor of Arts at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 25, 2026Masters in Media at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 25, 2026Secondary Education at Trinity Grammar School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998Bachelor of Arts at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 25, 2026Master of Media at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 25, 2026Secondary School at Trinity Grammar School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Financial Services, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Other
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