Christine Singer
Brighton, UK
Summary
Experienced project coordinator and inclusive researcher with a strong background in participatory arts, heritage and community-focused research. Extensive experience in qualitative methods, oral histories, workshops and stakeholder engagement in cultural and educational contexts. Committed to accessibility, representation and amplifying marginalised voices within creative and heritage spaces.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Research Consultant
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham, Surrey
2023.08 - 2025.12
- Produced research outputs for publication, encompassing literature reviews and data analysis.
- Managed qualitative and quantitative data from interviews, focus groups, and video diaries.
- Organised research materials while ensuring ethical and accurate data handling.
- Contributed to accessible reports tailored for academic and public audiences.
Children's Audience Researcher (UKRI-Project)
StoryFutures/Royal Holloway & The National Gallery
London and Egham
2021.03 - 2022.03
- Researcher on “The Keeper of Paintings”, an inclusive augmented-reality museum experience for children and families
- Designed and facilitated participatory workshops with children (7–11) and their parents/carers
- Developed inclusive methodologies for children with disabilities in partnership with Open Inclusion
- Coordinated communication between partners including curators, educators and creative teams
- Collated and analysed responses from questionnaires, observation and interviews
- Produced accessible reports and presentations of findings
Research consultant
Open Data Institut
London
2020.08 - 2020.11
- Led research on the impact of Covid-19 on primary school education in England
- Coordinated with external agencies for data collection
- Analysed datasets and produced a final public-facing report
Post-doctoral Research Associate
King's College London
London
2017.10 - 2018.10
- Worked on EHRC-funded project exploring representations of migration, displacement and diversity in children’s media
- Helped coordinate international workshops and cultural events
- Conducted archival and media analysis
- Co-authored reports and academic publications
- Presented findings at national and international conferences
Education Programme Assisant
Film Africa
London
2012.07 - 2012.12
- Coordinated education strand for children and families
- Organised film screenings, arts workshops and Q&As
- Wrote reviews and supporting content for the programme
- Supported community and school engagement initiatives
Volunteer Coordinator
Crisis
London
2010.10 - 2011.02
- Streamlined resource allocation by planning and coordinating volunteer recruitment for Crisis at Christmas event.
- Developed effective recruitment strategies, yielding a diverse volunteer pool.
- Conducted volunteer orientation sessions to enhance understanding of organisational values and objectives.
- Delivered hands-on support throughout event operations.
Education
PhD - Media Studies
SOAS University of London
London 09/2011 - 04/2017
MA - Global Media and Post-national Communication
SOAS University of London
London 10/2009 - 10/2010
BA - Development Studies and African Studies
SOAS University of London
London 09/2006 - 07/2009
Skills
- Project coordination & administration
- Inclusive and participatory research methodologies
- Interviews, focus groups and oral history collection
- Disability, access, equality & diversity practice
- Archival research & data organisation
- Workshop and community facilitation
- Analytical writing and reporting
- Stakeholder and partner liaison
- Digital tools: MS Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, data management platforms
- Languages: English, German, French, Zulu
Additional relevant experience (selected)
Childminder – Language Garden, Brighton (2025–present)
Supporting neurodiverse children in a bilingual setting using an empathetic, person-centred approach.
Distance Learning Tutor – SOAS University of London (2016–2021)
Designed inclusive learning materials and supported students remotely.
Associate Lecturer – University of Brighton (2016–2018)
Delivered inclusive teaching and supported students with diverse needs.
Accomplishments
SOAS Director's Teaching Prize
SOAS Doctoral Scholarship
Volunteer Experience (selected)
- Editor — The Children’s Media Foundation, London
- Volunteer — Safe Haven, St Peter’s Church, Brighton
- Volunteer — Southwark Local History Library, London
- Intern — UNICEF (New Media & Resources), London
Career breaks
Career breaks taken for maternity leave and childcare:
Oct 2015 – Feb 2016 | Dec 2018 – Jun 2020 | Mar 2022 – Aug 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Consultant
Royal Holloway, University of London
2023.08 - 2025.12
Children's Audience Researcher (UKRI-Project)
StoryFutures/Royal Holloway & The National Gallery
2021.03 - 2022.03
Research consultant
Open Data Institut
2020.08 - 2020.11
Post-doctoral Research Associate
King's College London
2017.10 - 2018.10
Education Programme Assisant
Film Africa
2012.07 - 2012.12
Volunteer Coordinator
Crisis
2010.10 - 2011.02
PhD - Media Studies
SOAS University of London
09/2011 - 04/2017
MA - Global Media and Post-national Communication
SOAS University of London
10/2009 - 10/2010
BA - Development Studies and African Studies
SOAS University of London
09/2006 - 07/2009