I am a bilingual multidisciplinary creative with 15 years of experience in writing, editing, photography, filmmaking, and teaching. I have a passion for telling meaningful stories that spark curiosity, foster connection, and create positive change, especially in the areas of nature and conservation, women’s empowerment, and local communities. I excel at producing creative digital content across multiple platforms, collaborating with diverse teams, and creating culturally sensitive storytelling that amplifies underrepresented voices. I thrive in environments where I can connect science and human stories to engage a wide audience through visual and written media.

TAMMANA BEGUM

I am a bilingual multidisciplinary creative with 15 years of experience in writing, editing, photography, filmmaking, and teaching. I have a passion for telling meaningful stories that spark curiosity, foster connection, and create positive change, especially in the areas of nature and conservation, women’s empowerment, and local communities. I excel at producing creative digital content across multiple platforms, collaborating with diverse teams, and creating culturally sensitive storytelling that amplifies underrepresented voices. I thrive in environments where I can connect science and human stories to engage a wide audience through visual and written media.

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I am a bilingual multidisciplinary creative with 15 years of experience in writing, editing, photography, filmmaking, and teaching. I have a passion for telling meaningful stories that spark curiosity, foster connection, and create positive change, especially in the areas of nature and conservation, women’s empowerment, and local communities.

I excel at producing creative digital content across multiple platforms, collaborating with diverse teams, and creating culturally sensitive storytelling that amplifies underrepresented voices. I thrive in environments where I can connect science and human stories to engage a wide audience through visual and written media.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Proofreader at Freelance
February 1, 2022 - Present
Proofreading manuscripts for UK publishers, including Pan Macmillan, David Fickling Books and Unbound. Responsibilities include grammar check, implementing house style, enhancing narrative flow while retaining author voice and polishing the manuscript, ready to be published. Known for precision and punctuality leading to repeat commissions and long-term client relationships.
Photographer/Film Maker/Graphic Designer at Freelance
June 30, 2024 - July 19, 2025
Planned and executed film and photo shoots independently and collaboratively, including editing videos in Premiere Pro and photos in Photoshop, and designing promotional material in Illustrator. Clients include PA Images, NHS and D&AD. Produced a three-minute promo video for NHS psychiatry, involving sensitive planning and directing special needs interviewees.
Journalist at Natural History Museum
August 31, 2023 - July 19, 2025
Researched and wrote SEO-optimised news articles for the museum’s website, interviewed scientists and photographers, translated scientific info for the public, advocated for nature through accessible stories. Photographed interviewees and specimens for archives, managed social media, produced promotional posts and supported weekend events including co-hosting tours. Pitched and published impactful feature about a displaced community highlighting grassroots charity work.
Film/Photography Teacher and Cover Supervisor at Freelance
August 31, 2018 - July 19, 2025
Temporarily supervised and taught in primary and secondary schools in inner London boroughs, taught A-level Media/Film Studies and KS3 English following PGCE qualification. Delivered film and photography workshops internationally during holidays. Maintained a safe and supportive environment enabling young people to engage and confide personal issues.

Education

PGCE at Goldsmiths University
August 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
BSc at University of Greenwich
January 1, 2013 - August 31, 2013

Qualifications

AI Essentials
April 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024
Breaking News Journalism
November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
A Future in Freelancing: Proofreading Skills
February 1, 2022 - February 28, 2022
Feature Writing
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Editing Masterclass
November 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
News and Feature Writing
July 1, 2019 - July 31, 2019
Explore Enterprise
February 1, 2018 - February 28, 2018
AI Essentials
April 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024
Breaking News Journalism
November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
A Future in Freelancing: Proofreading Skills
February 1, 2022 - February 28, 2022
Feature Writing
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Editing Masterclass
November 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
News and Feature Writing
July 1, 2019 - July 31, 2019
Explore Enterprise
February 1, 2018 - February 28, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Life Sciences