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I’m an award-winning magazine editor whose efforts have significantly enhanced stakeholder engagement.
My mission is to help organisations to clearly communicate their stories to achieve their goals.
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Communications Coordinator at Zurich International School Switzerland
January 1, 2004 - PresentAuthored the school’s 50th anniversary 116-page hardback book, including historical information and interviews with key constituents. Managed the school’s award-winning magazine, directing content creation and design. Partnered with the Strategic Leadership Team to align content with the school’s mission and objectives. Produced high-quality, engaging social media content to drive community interaction and brand visibility. Monitored social media channels and analyzed performance metrics to optimize strategy. Managed key publications, ensuring brand consistency and messaging alignment. Developed and executed the annual editorial calendar, ensuring cohesive and timely communications across all platforms. Developed engaging website content, contributed to website design enhancements, reviewed and optimized content for clarity and impact, and efficiently utilized technical tools to ensure a seamless user experience. Coordinated weekly e-newsletter, working to tight deadlines, ensuri
Editor at UBS Global Asset Management Switzerland
December 31, 2004 - July 24, 2025Produced articles tailored for internal and external audiences. Wrote and edited internal reports, documents and materials to communicate organisational objectives. Provided strategic advice on publications and presentations to drive engagement.
Media Relations Manager & Deputy Department Head at Hertfordshire Constabulary UK
December 31, 2001 - July 24, 2025Led media relations for the police service, managing daily interactions and crisis communications with local, regional, national, and international media. Managed media handling for high-profile cases, ensuring accurate and timely messaging. Directed 24-hour media response team, providing strategic oversight. Supervised team of five, fostering professional growth and operational excellence. Coordinated publications and public awareness campaigns. Advised policy-making and strategy committees. Acted as the spokesperson for broadcast and print media. Designed and coordinated media training programmes for effective communication.
Senior Reporter & Deputy to News Editor at Herald & Post Newspapers UK
December 31, 1993 - July 24, 2025Investigated, researched and wrote impactful news articles and features, driving readership. Cultivated strong relationships with local contacts and stakeholders to enhance sourcing and story development. Mentored junior reporters, supporting professional growth. Consistently delivered high-quality content under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Communications Coordinator at Zurich International School
January 1, 2004 - PresentAuthored the school’s 50th anniversary 116-page hardback book, including historical information and interviews with key constituents. Managed the school’s award-winning magazine, directing content creation and design. Partnered with the Strategic Leadership Team to align content with the school’s mission and objectives. Produced high-quality, engaging social media content to drive community interaction and brand visibility, monitored social media channels and analyzed performance metrics to optimize strategy. Managed key publications, ensuring brand consistency and messaging alignment. Developed and executed the annual editorial calendar, ensuring cohesive and timely communications across all platforms. Developed engaging website content, contributed to website design enhancements, reviewed and optimized content for clarity and impact, and efficiently utilized technical tools to ensure a seamless user experience. Coordinated weekly e-newsletter, working to tight deadlines, ensuri
Editor at UBS Global Asset Management
December 31, 2004 - July 24, 2025Produced articles tailored for internal and external audiences. Wrote and edited internal reports, documents and materials to communicate organisational objectives. Provided strategic advice on publications and presentations to drive engagement.
Media Relations Manager & Deputy Department Head at Hertfordshire Constabulary
December 31, 2001 - July 24, 2025Led media relations for the police service, managing daily interactions and crisis communications with local, regional, national, and international media. Managed media handling for high-profile cases, ensuring accurate and timely messaging. Directed 24-hour media response team, providing strategic oversight. Supervised team of five, fostering professional growth and operational excellence. Coordinated publications and public awareness campaigns. Advised policy-making and strategy committees. Acted as the spokesperson for broadcast and print media. Designed and coordinated media training programmes for effective communication.
Senior Reporter & Deputy to News Editor at Herald & Post Newspapers
December 31, 1993 - July 24, 2025Investigated, researched and wrote impactful news articles and features, driving readership. Cultivated strong relationships with local contacts and stakeholders to enhance sourcing and story development. Mentored junior reporters, supporting professional growth. Consistently delivered high-quality content under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Publications Editor / Maternity Cover at UBS Global Asset Management
July 1, 2003 - March 1, 2004Produced articles tailored for internal and external audiences; wrote and edited internal reports and materials; provided strategic advice on publications and presentations to drive engagement; acted as the spokesperson for broadcast and print media; designed and coordinated media training programs for effective communication.
Deputy Head of Corporate Communications / Media Relations Manager at Hertfordshire Constabulary
March 1, 1993 - May 1, 2001Led media relations, crisis communications, and daily interactions with local, regional, national and international media; managed media handling for high-profile cases with accurate and timely messaging; directed 24-hour media response; supervised a team of five; coordinated publications and public awareness campaigns; advised policy-making and strategy committees; acted as the spokesperson for broadcast and print media.
Deputy News Editor / Senior Reporter at Hertfordshire Constabulary
June 1, 1987 - March 1, 1993Investigated and wrote impactful news articles; cultivated relationships with local contacts and stakeholders; mentored junior reporters; consistently delivered high-quality content under tight deadlines.
Communications Consultant at Spring Academy
November 1, 2025 - PresentDevised a communications and marketing strategy. Ongoing communications and marketing support.
Communications Coordinator at Zurich International School Wadenswil
August 1, 2004 - July 1, 2025Partnered with the Strategic Leadership Team to align content with the school's mission and objectives. Produced high-quality, engaging social media content; posted 5 to 7 times per week. Monitored social media channels and analyzed performance metrics to optimize strategy. Edited the school's award-winning magazine, directing content creation and design. Coordinated weekly e-newsletter, ensuring consistency and relevance.
Editor at UBS Global Asset Management
July 1, 2003 - March 1, 2004Produced articles tailored for internal and external audiences. Wrote and edited internal reports, documents and materials to communicate organizational objectives. Provided strategic advice on publications and presentations to drive engagement.
Deputy News Editor / Senior Reporter at Hertfordshire News Publication
June 1, 1993 - April 1, 1997Investigated, researched and wrote impactful news articles and features, driving readership. Mentored junior reporters, supporting professional growth. Consistently delivered high-quality content under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Communications Coordinator at Zurich International School, Wadenswil
August 1, 2004 - July 31, 2025Produced high-quality, engaging social media content to drive community interaction and brand visibility; posted 5–7 times per week. Monitored channels and analyzed performance metrics to optimize strategy. Edited the school’s award-winning magazine, directing content creation and design, and coordinated the annual editorial calendar. Won the 2020 Circle of Excellence Bronze Award for Advancement of Education; 89% of readers read all or most of the magazine and 77% said it kept them connected to the school.
Editor at UBS Global Asset Management, Zurich
July 1, 2003 - March 31, 2004Wrote and edited internal reports and documents to communicate organizational objectives. Provided strategic advice on publications and presentations to drive engagement.
Deputy News Editor / Senior Reporter at Herald and Post Newspapers, Hertfordshire
June 1, 1987 - March 31, 1993Investigated and wrote impactful news articles and features; mentored junior reporters; supported professional growth; consistently delivered high-quality content under tight deadlines.
Education
Diploma in Journalism at National Council for the Training of Journalists
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1993Diploma in Journalism at National Council for the Training of Journalists
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993Diploma in Journalism at National Council for the Training of Journalists
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1988Online course: Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT at Vanderbilt University (Online)
January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025Meta Introduction to Social Media Marketing at Online course (Meta)
January 1, 2025 - February 26, 2026Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT at Vanderbilt University
January 1, 2025 - February 26, 2026Recent Professional Development: Communications via websites at Finalsite University
January 1, 2024 - February 26, 2026Storytelling Workshop at Lesley Stephenson
January 1, 2022 - February 26, 2026Diploma in Journalism at National Council for the Training of Journalists
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1988 at Zurich International School, Wadenswil, Switzerland
August 1, 2004 - July 1, 2025Qualifications
Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2025Diploma in Journalism
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1988Diploma in Journalism
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1988Diploma in Journalism (UK)
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1988Industry Experience
Education, Financial Services, Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other
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