Lyra Coulthard
Bristol,UK
Summary
I am passionate and dedicated undergraduate English student at Durham University with a strong interest in journalism. Driven to deliver insightful and engaging content. Eager to leverage writing skills, teamwork, and volunteer experience to pursue a career in media or communications.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sports Reporter
Durham University Newspaper Palatinate
Durham
2024.12 - 2025.03
- Collaborate with other reporters and editors to produce unique content for a student-run newspaper with a circulation of 26,000 copies annually.
- Gain experience in deadline-driven environments, producing engaging and informative articles under strict time constraints.
- Subedit other sections to ensure quality within the two-week cycle of publication.
- Increase digital presence by contributing to the Palatinate website via WordPress.
Reading Volunteer
Silvertree Primary School
Durham
2024.11 - 2025.03
- Volunteer weekly to read with primary school children. Champion the importance of literature and collaborate with primary school staff to create an inclusive learning environment.
School Newspaper Editor
Clifton College
Bristol
2023.09 - 2024.06
Early Years Volunteer
Archfield Nursery
Bristol
2023.08 - 2023.09
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Durham University
Durham 2024.09 - 2027.06
A-Levels - English Literature, Philosophy, Design and Technology
Clifton College
Bristol 2022.09 - 2024.06
Skills
- Writing & reporting
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Networking capabilities
- Task efficiency
Timeline
Sports Reporter
Durham University Newspaper Palatinate
2024.12 - 2025.03
Reading Volunteer
Silvertree Primary School
2024.11 - 2025.03
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Durham University
2024.09 - 2027.06
School Newspaper Editor
Clifton College
2023.09 - 2024.06
Early Years Volunteer
Archfield Nursery
2023.08 - 2023.09
A-Levels - English Literature, Philosophy, Design and Technology
Clifton College
2022.09 - 2024.06