Gareth Rees
Cardiff,Cardiff
Summary
Talented Journalist with adaptable skills in broadcast, print and online journalism for well-rounded support. Monitors emerging stories and topical human-interest issues to build topical, engaging content. Sharp and shrewd to remain ahead of news competitors. Enthusiastic Journalist with exceptional newsgathering and storytelling abilities. Experienced in developing useful contact books through targeted networking and relationship-building. Achieves strict deadlines using excellent initiative and planning. Accomplished Journalist with excellent newsgathering, reporting and writing abilities. Persuasive and determined to garner information required to break stories. Dedicated to factual accuracy and quality for reliable, compliant news coverage. Talented media professional with polished communication skills, engaging interview style and wide-ranging knowledge on topics important to audience members. Delivers information with confidence, factual details and good conversational skills. Accomplished in developing new segments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Broadcast technician
Wales Millennium Centre
Cardiff, Cardiff
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with producers to enhance programme outcomes
- Followed safety guidelines whilst handling electronic equipment, prioritising workplace safety.
- Pulled and terminated wiring to connect devices, equipment and power sources.
- Minimised loss of broadcast services at times of equipment failure, rapidly identifying and implementing alternative methods to provide successful restoration.
- Worked on live events to ensure uninterrupted broadcasting.
Radio Presenter
Radio Platfform
Cardiff, Cardiff
01.2024 - Current
- Expertly operated panel equipment for seamless segment transitions.
- Crafted mixes showcasing passion and talent working across various genres.
- Portrayed confidence and bubbly personality to build rapport with audiences, employing vocal enhancement skills.
Radio Producer
Newport City Radio
Newport, Newport
12.2023 - Current
- Contributed expertise at read-throughs to help optimise productions.
- Organised schedules for smooth production and on-time delivery of creatives.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, producing highly successful shows.
Publicity Volunteer
Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC)
Cardiff, Cardiff
11.2023 - Current
- Composed content, engaged with followers in comments and monitored activities to manage social media accounts with cohesive strategy.
- Engaged different digital communities to promote organisation and identified new audiences for outreach.
- Attended business, social and other functions to promote organisation.
Content Manager
Ysbyty Ystrad FM (YYFM)
Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly County Borough
10.2023 - Current
- Audited content to assess relevance, accuracy and alignment with brand messaging.
- Coordinated content creation and publication schedules for timely and consistent delivery.
- Used analytics tools to track content performance and derive insights for improvement.
- Oversaw social media content creation, maintaining brand consistency across platforms.
News Reporter
Bro Radio
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
10.2023 - Current
- Guaranteed journalistic integrity, ensuring content was legally safe and compliant with Editor's Code of Practice.
- Adapted writing style to suit different media formats, including broadcast scripts and online articles.
- Read pre-scripted bulletins and prompts to deliver accurate news within allotted times.
Placement Journalist
BBC News
Cardiff, Cardiff
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Sought out primary sources and conducted original interviews.
- Produced well-written and accurate stories to deadlines.
- Edited and proofread written content to maintain high editorial standards.
- Authored compelling articles for publication in print and online media platforms.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of South Wales
Cardiff 09.2020 - 07.2024
A-Levels -
Whitchurch High School
Cardiff 09.2018 - 06.2020
GCSEs -
Whitchurch High School
Cardiff 09.2016 - 06.2018
Skills
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Organisation
- Enthusiasm
- Flexibility
- Teamwork
- Live radio expertise
Languages
English
Native
Welsh
Intermediate
Timeline
Broadcast technician
Wales Millennium Centre
10.2024 - Current
Radio Presenter
Radio Platfform
01.2024 - Current
Radio Producer
Newport City Radio
12.2023 - Current
Publicity Volunteer
Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC)
11.2023 - Current
Placement Journalist
BBC News
11.2023 - 12.2023
Content Manager
Ysbyty Ystrad FM (YYFM)
10.2023 - Current
News Reporter
Bro Radio
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of South Wales
09.2020 - 07.2024
A-Levels -
Whitchurch High School
09.2018 - 06.2020
GCSEs -
Whitchurch High School
09.2016 - 06.2018
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