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Ione Spikes-Beese

Brighton

Summary

Imaginative and adaptable writer with a Bachelor's degree in Creative and Professional Writing, with a specialty in Scriptwriting. Possesses deep understanding of crafting compelling narrative content and strong research abilities, along with proficiency in various writing styles. Dedicated to producing impactful and engaging pieces that resonate with diverse audiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Writer and Analyst

DataAnnotation
06.2023 - Current
  • Utilise writing and analytical skills to develop and curate high-quality training data for AI models.
  • Analyse and compare responses to enhance AI understanding and improve model performance.
  • Conduct thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed results and ensuring accuracy and relevance.
  • Maintain clear documentation of methodologies and findings to support ongoing project development.

Volunteer Writer

Extinction Rebellion
05.2018 - 08.2020
  • Constructed and published weekly newsletters for supporters, effectively communicating organisational updates, events, and initiatives.
  • Engaged with the community through compelling content, increasing supporter awareness and involvement in climate activism.
  • Collaborated with team members to gather relevant information and ensure timely distribution of newsletters via email.
  • Enhanced writing and editing skills through the creation of clear, persuasive, and informative content.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Arts And Media

University of The West of England
Bristol
07-2024

Skills

  • Narrative Development: Proficient in crafting compelling narratives and character arcs for various media, including games, audio drama, and genre fiction
  • Scriptwriting Expertise: Strong background in scriptwriting for stage, screen, and interactive formats, with a focus on creating authentic dialogue and nuanced character relationships
  • Research Skills: Extensive research experience, most notably for my dissertation analyzing and contextualising the success of the Five Nights at Freddy’s franchise within the gaming landscape and trends of the time period
  • Creative Collaboration: Effective collaborator with a proven ability to work within creative teams, incorporate feedback, and meet project deadlines
  • Adaptability: Demonstrated resilience and adaptability in high-pressure environments, achieving academic excellence during personal challenges
  • Diverse Writing Styles: Versatile writer skilled in various genres and formats, including copywriting and adaptation, catering to different audiences and platforms
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities, facilitating both effective storytelling and collaboration within teams
  • Key Skills:

  • Scriptwriting
  • Copywriting and Editing
  • Working to a Brief
  • Story development
  • Market and Investigative Research
  • Team collaboration
  • Lone working

Timeline

Freelance Writer and Analyst

DataAnnotation
06.2023 - Current

Volunteer Writer

Extinction Rebellion
05.2018 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Arts And Media

University of The West of England
Ione Spikes-Beese