Summary
Overview
Work history
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Affiliations
Certification
CONTACT
Timeline
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Christopher Faraday

Christopher Faraday

Blackley,Manchester

Summary

Accomplished professional with a highly transferrable background - understanding is one thing, but then be able to convey that understanding to benefit others shows a core ability that few people possess.


Proficient in multitasking efficiency, managing multiple priorities, and workflow management to ensure quality control and adherence to quality standards. Adept at interpreting engineering plans and understanding engineering drawings. Committed to pursuing opportunities for career advancement in the engineering sector.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Freelance automotive writer/consultant
08.2011 - 08.2025
  • Putting my skills to use on a wide variety of projects, I have enjoyed working as a writer for AutoTrader, GT Porsche, Haynes, Adrian Flux, eBay motors, Max Power, Retro Ford, Petrolicious and more.
  • I have also worked as a media delegate on the World Rally Championship for nine years, I have worked as a marketing consultant for Yokohama and Bluefin, including PR activities. I have also worked as a technical consultant for Lexus Europe (Brussels) concerning new car launches and technical training.

Head of Editorial

Car & Classic
03.2019 - 01.2024
  • Here, I created an online magazine from scratch. I identified online trends and topics within the classic car world and covered them via daily long-form articles.
  • I created over 1,000 articles during my time here, with high SEO value resulting in a regular presence on Google Discover, social channels and other online outlets.
  • Managed a small team of creatives and digital experts, along with a roster of freelance agents.
  • Budget management, closely ling in with the Senior Leadership Team
  • Undertook restoration and technical projects on a regular basis to add depth and authority to our content.

Assistant Editor/Head of Marketing

MOG Magazine
12.2013 - 03.2016
  • I oversaw editorial direction, scheduling, event management and client/freelancer relationships as well as all marketing and promotional activities surrounding the magazine. The magazine was published monthly and enjoyed around 5,000 readers.

editorial

Retro Ford/Performance Ford
03.2007 - 08.2011
  • Initially working on Retro Ford, I oversaw finding feature vehicles, arranging photo-shoots and then delivering the required editorial. This was monthly, and over time saw me take on work from sister title, Performance Ford. I was also in charge of social media accounts, as well as event/show planning for both titles.

Prior Experience
01.1999 - 01.2007
  • Various work in the automotive space as a service advisor and stock control manager for a Ford Dealership, marketing for Nissan, creating training content for Lexus UK, even working in a breakers yard stripping and refurbishing vehicle parts.
  • Upon leaving school I worked for my Father's haulage company, on site, hands on.
  • Worked in engineering settings such as automotive machine shops, industrial shutter door fabrication and installation, vehicle stripping and refitting.

Skills

  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Influencing capability
  • Brand understanding
  • Workflow management
  • Exceptional communication
  • Team motivation
  • Quality Control
  • Project Management
  • Managing multiple priorities
  • Petroleum engineering
  • Engineering standards
  • Interpreting engineering plans
  • Engineering drawings understanding

Hobbies and Interests

Photography, Car restoration, Motorsports, Losing 10mm sockets

Affiliations

  • I have a strong passion for classic cars, having owned north of 200 since the age of fourteen. I attend shows, restore my own cars and enjoy consuming content based around this. I'm also a skilled photographer, which again links to cars but also portraits, architecture and engineering. Big fan of industrial history and the associated evolution.

Certification

CSCS card - Valid Until 25/03/2027

GQA Level 1 award in construction health and safety - Nat Accreditation No: 601/2322/9

Counterbalance Lift Truck Licence - up to 5000kg - Certificate No: 2032730

Full UK driving licence - No Points, DVLA check available on request

CONTACT

  • PHONE: 07779 306029
  • EMAIL: forthefuel@gmail.com

Timeline

Head of Editorial

Car & Classic
03.2019 - 01.2024

Assistant Editor/Head of Marketing

MOG Magazine
12.2013 - 03.2016

Freelance automotive writer/consultant
08.2011 - 08.2025

editorial

Retro Ford/Performance Ford
03.2007 - 08.2011

Prior Experience
01.1999 - 01.2007
Christopher Faraday