Lucy Bourke
Worthing,West Sussex
Summary
Experienced editor and writer with a keen eye for detail and the ability to convey written information clearly and succinctly. Accustomed to working to strict deadlines and keeping calm and organised under pressure. Comfortable managing a large and varied workload with shifting priorities. Passionate about learning and finding new ways to challenge myself as well as using my skills to discover untapped potential in other people.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Magazine Deputy Team Lead
Janes
Croydon
2010.09 - 2026.03
- Worked on defence, security, and transport content in various print and online formats for more than 15 years.
- Built strong working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders around the world, which has enabled me to provide and receive appropriate feedback to improve processes and product outcomes.
- Managed a budget to forward plan and commission content for a weekly magazine a year in advance, achieving a year-on-year saving of 10% for four years.
- Provided formal and informal writing training to colleagues via group sessions delivered online and 1:1 coaching in person, resulting in a decreased departmental error rating and fewer website deletions.
- Ten-year tenure on the social committee, which included writing and publishing a regular newsletter; and organising successful events for colleagues such as quiz nights, charity events, and Christmas parties for up to 800 members of staff across six offices.
Deputy Corporate Secretary
Care Quality Commission
London
2010.01 - 2010.07
- Planned and organised meetings, producing accurate minutes for each committee and handling sensitive information with discretion and according to data security protocols.
- Updated and maintained secretariat internet and intranet pages using a content management system, ensuring pages were laid out logically.
- Prepared a weekly newsletter for board members to keep them up to date with the commission and other health and social care related issues.
- Advised on corporate governance issues, promoting best practice standards throughout the organisation.
Reporter
The Surrey Mirror
Reigate, Surrey
2009.01 - 2010.01
- Mastered shorthand skills, enhancing speed during note-taking at press conferences or briefings.
- Investigated current affairs, resulting in insightful commentary pieces.
- Attended court to report on cases of public interest.
Education
A Levels - English Literature and Language, Media Studies, Psychology, Sociology
William Morris Academy
London 2003.01 - 2005.01
NCTJ Fast Track Pre-Entry to Journalism - Journalism
Lambeth College
London 2009.02 - 2009.07
Combined Studies BA (Hons) - English, Philosophy, Film Studies
Newcastle University
Newcastle 2005.09 - 2008.06
Skills
- Solutions focused
- Cross-team collaboration
- Resilient under pressure
- Workflow data tracking for metrics
- MS Office proficient
Certification
Level 3 First Aid Training, March 2026
Leadership Foundations - LinkedIn Learning, March 2026
Unconscious Bias - LinkedIn Learning, March 2026
Timeline
Magazine Deputy Team Lead
Janes
2010.09 - 2026.03
Deputy Corporate Secretary
Care Quality Commission
2010.01 - 2010.07
NCTJ Fast Track Pre-Entry to Journalism - Journalism
Lambeth College
2009.02 - 2009.07
Reporter
The Surrey Mirror
2009.01 - 2010.01
Combined Studies BA (Hons) - English, Philosophy, Film Studies
Newcastle University
2005.09 - 2008.06
A Levels - English Literature and Language, Media Studies, Psychology, Sociology
William Morris Academy
2003.01 - 2005.01