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About Me

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Welcome to the portfolio of Sarah O'Reilly - journalist, book bug and exceptional tea maker. My creativity thrives through many mediums: paint, clay, dance, music and style - but the craft of writing has always been a favourite. 

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Through numerous projects I have broadened my expertise in media, business and marketing. These experiences have enriched my understanding of diverse international audiences, and help me tailor my style and voice to suit any project. 

Education

2017 - 2020

First Class Honours

Journalism & Media 
Northumbria University

Studying Journalism and Media (BA Hons) at university fuelled my determination to develop a career in the industry. Not only were we developing our skills in key areas such as film production, writing for publication, broadcast journalism and media law - but we were granted the freedom to craft projects we were passionate about. Read Here. 

2010 - 2017

A-Levels
Assumption Grammar

History, Politics, Drama and Journalism; The influence of my A-Level subjects can be seen throughout my professional portfolio and in the themes I follow and report on. 

Relevant Skills

My creative and technical skills can be applied to a range of roles.

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Journalism

Reporting on a wide range of topics working to ensure accuracy, depth and engaging narratives.

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Multimedia Production

Producing multimedia content to captivate audiences and enhance storytelling. 

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Team Collaboration

Fostering a positive environment for creative collaboration to execute projects.

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Copywriting

Crafting persuasive content and calls-to-action which align with brand identity and goals. 

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SEO & Digital Content

Integrate content strategies  with key words effectively to improve search engine ranking .

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Independent Research

Managing independent research projects to support strategic planning and decision making. 

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Brand Development

Developing FMCG brands to appeal to international markets. 

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Localising Content

Understanding cultural nuances and adapting communications accordingly.

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Presenting & Interviewing

Creating a comfortable setting with insightful questions so contributors feel at ease and answer authentically.

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Hobbies

  • Reading 

  • Boxing

  • Gardening 

  • Arts and Craft 

  • Yoga

  • Wild Swimming 

  • Dancing 

  • Music 

  • Cooking 

  • Blogging

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