Ciaran Hallbery
London,UK
Summary
Current MA Broadcast Journalism student at City, University of London with a strong interest in digital journalism. In my experience, it is an increasingly popular way for people to consume news and has the ability to reach a huge audience. Experienced in researching, writing, and producing content for online platforms, with an understanding of social media distribution and digital news formats. Eager to contribute, bringing creativity and accuracy in a fast-paced digital newsroom. A passion for sports, looking to work in a sports newsroom.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Supervisor - Front of house
Parlour/6 Portland/Harvest Events
London
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Helping to oversee the day-to-day running of the business
- Aid in training new members of staff
- Deliver daily briefings and communicate with all members of staff
- Exceptional organizational and logistical skills, managing bookings and finances
- Excel at continually working under pressure
- Key member of a team delivering excellent customer service
Bar Staff
Centre Court Centenary Brasserie - The Championships Wimbledon
London
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintaining the high standards of The Championships while working in hospitality
- Excelled under pressure and showed leadership qualities leading to recommendation of Supervisor role
Waiting Staff
The Whippet Inn
London
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Well-respected team member of a busy gastropub
- Uphold excellent customer service while working in a high-pressure environment
SEN Teaching Assistant
The Lloyd Williamson School
London
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Assisted teachers in preparing creative, innovative and educational lessons, adapting to suit children with special educational needs
- Had to adapt to working with a child with special needs
- Had to become a part of the teaching staff and take on responsibility by supervising activities and classes
- Aided teacher with day-to-day class running, including answering student questions, handing worksheets and behaviour management
Cricket Coach
South Hampstead Cricket Club
London
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Worked with children of all ages in running summer camps
- Delivered fun and enthusiastic mentorship and training for young cricket players aged 6-16
- Had responsibilities of supervising large groups of young children
- Also worked as an umpire and scorer during matches
Education
BA - History
University of Liverpool
LiverpoolA-Levels - English, History, Economics
The London Oratory School
LondonMaster of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
City St George's, University of London
London 09/2026 -
GCSEs - Maths, English, History, RE, German, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology
The London Oratory School
Skills
- Broadcasting
- Writing
- Editing
- Interviewing
- Working in a newsroom
- Researching
- Data journalism
- Content creation
- Video journalism
REFERENCES
Available on request
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Avid sports player and fan, Writing, Travelling, Music & Film enthusiast
Accomplishments
- Completed M&C Saatchi Open House course
- Completed 120-hour Premier Online TEFL course
- Represented Liverpool University on the 2022 Cricket Tour of Barbados
- Possess enhanced DBS certificate for working with children and vulnerable individuals
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supervisor - Front of house
Parlour/6 Portland/Harvest Events
09.2023 - 05.2025
Bar Staff
Centre Court Centenary Brasserie - The Championships Wimbledon
07.2022 - 07.2023
Waiting Staff
The Whippet Inn
06.2021 - 09.2021
SEN Teaching Assistant
The Lloyd Williamson School
05.2018 - 06.2018
Cricket Coach
South Hampstead Cricket Club
06.2017 - 09.2017
Master of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
City St George's, University of London
09/2026 -
GCSEs - Maths, English, History, RE, German, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology
The London Oratory School
BA - History
University of Liverpool
A-Levels - English, History, Economics
The London Oratory School