Dylan Taylor
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Summary
Strategic and results-driven digital content leader with over four years of experience driving impactful content strategies for diverse audiences.
Proficient in content management systems, digital communications, and audience engagement, with a proven ability to manage large-scale editorial projects in fast-paced environments.
Adept at using insights and analytics to optimise content delivery, ensuring relevance, accuracy, and engagement. Committed to innovation, inclusivity, and supporting mission-critical communications goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Head of Digital Content & Editorial
ProtectUK
London
2025.10 - Current
- I lead the digital content and editorial strategy for ProtectUK, the UK’s official platform for protective security and counter-terrorism guidance.
- Oversee the development and optimisation of the ProtectUK website, ensuring content remains accessible, engaging, and informative for businesses and the public.
- I enhance user experience and strengthen digital communications through audience-focused content strategies and platform improvements.
- I align editorial output with national security initiatives and CONTEST strategy objectives, supporting mission-critical public communications.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver clear, trusted, and timely protective security guidance across digital channels.
Head of Digital Content
University of Sunderland
Sunderland
2023.09 - 2024.06
- Designed and implemented a digital content strategy that boosted user engagement by 20%, leveraging insights to craft tailored sports and news content.
- Managed the editorial calendar and aligned content with organisational goals, delivering multimedia stories across platforms, including video, audio, and social media.
- Conducted training on best practices for digital storytelling, equipping teams with the tools to produce audience-driven, high-quality content.
- Spearheaded interactive live coverage for football events, blending real-time updates with engaging visuals.
Media Assistant
Spark Sunderland
Sunderland
2022.10 - 2023.07
- Assisted in the development and execution of social media ideas such as Spark's Instagram and TikTok content.
- Helped create over 15 short-form videos for quick uploads for Spark Hosts and guests.
- Helped team productivity by volunteering to help out with radio shows that were after hours, such as Dance Radio with Scott McGerty.
Sports Reporter Intern
The Telegraph
London
2023.04 - 2023.05
- Delivered over 10 impactful news and feature articles, with a focus on live event coverage and breaking sports stories.
- Collaborated with editorial and digital teams to align real-time reporting with emerging storylines.
- Adapted to tight deadlines and high-pressure scenarios, ensuring timely and accurate updates on significant events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism
University of Sunderland
Sunderland 09/2020 - 07/2023
Skills
Content Leadership
Proven track record of leading large-scale editorial
projects, including content audits, strategy
development, and team coordination
Expertise in using content management systems,
including Drupal, to produce and manage diverse
formats like articles, videos, and e-learning
materials
Content Platforms: Drupal, Opigno, TikTok,
Instagram, YouTube, X (Twitter)
Analytics and Insights: Proficiency in using tools
like Google Analytics for data-driven decision-
making
Software: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop,
InDesign), Hootsuite, Later
Digital Communications
Strong command of audience-centric
communication, leveraging behavioural insights to
deliver impactful campaigns
Skilled in digital storytelling, video editing, and
audio scripting to engage and educate target audiences
Additional Skills
Leadership: Demonstrated experience managing
content teams and delivering strategic
communications aligned with organisational
missions
Project Management
Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and evaluate
digital campaigns while meeting tight deadlines
Experienced in managing diverse teams and
collaborating with internal and external
stakeholders
Crisis Communications: Skilled at maintaining
high-quality outputs under pressure, crucial for
terrorism-related public communications
Innovation: Adept at leveraging emerging digital
trends and tools to create engaging and informative
content formats
Advocacy: Proven ability to articulate the value of
strategic communications, fostering trust and
collaboration across stakeholders
Timeline
Head of Digital Content & Editorial
ProtectUK
2025.10 - Current
Head of Digital Content
University of Sunderland
2023.09 - 2024.06
Sports Reporter Intern
The Telegraph
2023.04 - 2023.05
Media Assistant
Spark Sunderland
2022.10 - 2023.07
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism
University of Sunderland
09/2020 - 07/2023