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I’m Daniel Paul Johns, an editor, content writer, and journalist who enjoys turning ideas into engaging stories across web, video, and digital publishing. I bring a practical, audience-focused approach to every project—writing scripts and clear copy for daily finance and business coverage, and taking work from concept through to production.
I also have on-camera and live-news experience as a TV presenter and news anchor, as well as sports commentary for streamed games covering soccer, rugby, cricket, and basketball. Earlier in my career, I wrote news and features for a real estate publication, and I’ve also run an ESL school—teaching adults and handling marketing and administration.
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.
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.
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.
English Teacher (ESL) at ILSC College
March 4, 2023 - PresentTaught English as a second language to international students, delivering general and academic English instruction.
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.
Sports Commentator at ClutchTV
January 1, 2023 - PresentProvided television commentary for soccer, rugby, cricket, and basketball for games streamed online.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sports Commentator / Owner & Manager at CluchTV
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024Commentator covering rugby, soccer, basketball and Australian Rules Football; owner and manager of the platform.
Journalist, News Anchor and TV Presenter, Head Writer at Kalkine Media
March 1, 2021 - PresentProduced high-engagement financial content for web, video, and digital audiences. Wrote scripts and audience-focused copy for daily financial news broadcasts, explaining complex business and investment topics in clear, accessible language. Anchored live finance and business news videos, wrote TV news scripts, and led a team of news writers. Ensured quality control for news scripts before going to air.
Writer / Presenter at Kalkine Media
March 1, 2021 - October 8, 2023Wrote ~2000 words daily across topics including the ASX 200, the S&P 500, macroeconomics and cryptocurrency; presented for KalkineTV; produced live and pre-recorded scripts; led content quality control for KalkineTV; contributed to subscriber growth to 52,000.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Owner / Language School Manager at Memento English Ltd.
November 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021Owned and managed a language school; taught 27 students online and in the classroom; oversaw operations and delivery.
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.
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.
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.
Owner/Operator and Teacher at Memento English (ESL School)
October 1, 2018 - August 1, 2020Taught English as a second language for adult learners in both online and classroom environments. Managed marketing through social media and branding, and handled business administration including timetabling and bookkeeping/accounting.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, 1998Bachelor of Arts (English and Social Anthropology) at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026Masters in Media at The University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026Bachelor of Arts (English and Social Anthropology) at University of Sydney
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006Master’s in Media at University of Sydney
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006CELTA Certificate at International House - Sydney
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2026Qualifications
CELTA Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Financial Services, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Other
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