Christina Redford
Dunfermline,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished Chief Reporter and Copy Editor with knack for unearthing compelling stories that resonate with readers. Spearheaded investigative pieces that led to policy changes and increased readership engagement. Known for cultivating strong source networks and delivering timely, impactful journalism to deadline. Led monetisation of Facebook across Iconic Media Group, including Scotsman.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work history
Chief Reporter
National World
Skegness, Lincolnshire
2012.01 - 2026.06
- Responsible for producing and editing weekly 40-page Skegness Standard newspaper print edition.
- Deputises for Copy Editor to deliver six Lincolnshire titles
- Led editorial meetings to ensure effective communication and organisation.
- Built strong relationships with sources to facilitate investigative journalism.
- Secured exclusive interviews with key figures for increased public interest.
- Oversaw daily operations in busy newsroom, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Investigated breaking news stories, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Authored front-page articles for greater readership engagement.
- Edited and proofread written content to maintain high editorial standards.
- Covered live events, providing real-time reporting and updates.
- Travelled to events, carrying out on-the-ground reporting.
- Interviewed key figures to gather insights and perspectives for news coverage.
- Covered current events and breaking news stories.
- Produced stories for traditional and digital platforms, maximising visibility through use of Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok.
- Pursued and independently developed stories covering broad range of topics.
- Produced well-written and accurate stories to deadlines.
- Sought out primary sources and conducted original interviews.
- Produced video content for lincolnshireworld.com website covering news and feature content.
- Adhered to Journalism Code of Ethics as well as organisational guidelines.
- Covered breaking news and special interest events.
- Used reader data to inform and inspire story choices.
Production Editor
Northcliffe Newspapers
Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
2007.01 - 2012.01
- Reviewed content for quality magazine and daily newspapers.
- Designed pages for news and feature content.
- Worked to strict deadlines ensuring accurate copy and producing creative headlines.
Event Organiser
Self-employed
Skegness, Lincolnshire
2003.09 - 2007.04
- Managed budgets over £30,000+ for British Kite Surfing Assiciation Championships events in Skegness attended by 5,000 people.
- Produced creative, cost-effective event marketing solutions, converting enquiries into visits to Skegness in low season.
- Facilitated performance tracking by clearly defining event objectives, target audience and key metrics.
- Improved post-event follow up strategy to attract future funding to run annual events.
Education
NCTJ journalism - Journalism
Richmond College
SheffieldSkills
- Advanced interviewing skills
- Media operations understanding
- Editorial writing
- Video Producing
- Event organiser and marketing experience
Timeline
Chief Reporter
National World
2012.01 - 2026.06
Production Editor
Northcliffe Newspapers
2007.01 - 2012.01
Event Organiser
Self-employed
2003.09 - 2007.04
NCTJ journalism - Journalism
Richmond College