Kaan Serin
London
Summary
Having spent 4 years in media, I've gained extensive experience working in collaborative teams, quickly reacting to fast-changing environments, and tracking changes within industry trends. My past experience has focused on creating, editing, and adapting clean copy to fit different audiences while providing advisory support to organise daily deliverables.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Freelance games writer
Eurogamer, GamesRadar+, RockPaperShotgun, more
2021.08 - 2026.04
- Investigated and authored 100s of detailed-oriented articles across various websites, consistently ranking within sites' top-performing posts.
- Developed relationships with PR representatives and game developers to source trusted stories.
- Juggled multiple tight deadlines for embargoed reviews and news articles while ensuring adherence to editorial standards and quality.
- Spearheaded GamesRadar's weekend coverage for over two years, organising tasks with the editorial team before independently penning the site's news output.
- Collaborated with teams of writers to edit copy and workshop accurate, personable headlines.
- Contributed to GamesRadar's social media output with attractive posts and engaging content.
- Utilised several different content management systems (CMS) to write articles and publish timely updates.
Script Supervisor
UKC Film Club
Canterbury
2022.01 - 2022.05
- Experience as part of a short film crew for a project that was eventually screened as part of UKC's annual film festival.
- Fixed continuity errors in the script and provided comprehensive notes to the screenwriter.
- Collaborated with the director and cinematographer on pre-production planning and filming logistics.
- Ensured continuity was upheld during filming with maintained shot lists and script copies.
- Participated in problem-solving meetings to prepare for potential production challenges.
- Worked as the production's sole make-up artist on set, ensuring actors looked consistent across multiple shooting days.
Front of House, Bartender
Lady Luck
Canterbury
2021.04 - 2022.01
- Provided exceptional and attentive service to customers with a friendly approach.
- Trained newer colleagues on best practices.
- Organised and cleaned the bar in keeping with the business' standards.
Education
Bachelor - English Literature and Film Studies
University of Kent
Canterbury 2019.09 - 2022.07
A Level - English Literature (B), History (C), Business Studies (D)
Crown Woods Stationer's Academy
London 2017.09 - 2019.07
10 GCSEs (A*-C) -
Greenwich Free School
London 2012.09 - 2017.07
Skills
- Advanced IT Skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)
- Good Photo Editing Skills (Canva, Adobe Express)
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
- Copywriting Proficiency
REFERENCES
Available on request.
Timeline
Script Supervisor
UKC Film Club
2022.01 - 2022.05
Freelance games writer
Eurogamer, GamesRadar+, RockPaperShotgun, more
2021.08 - 2026.04
Front of House, Bartender
Lady Luck
2021.04 - 2022.01
Bachelor - English Literature and Film Studies
University of Kent
2019.09 - 2022.07
A Level - English Literature (B), History (C), Business Studies (D)
Crown Woods Stationer's Academy
2017.09 - 2019.07
10 GCSEs (A*-C) -
Greenwich Free School
2012.09 - 2017.07