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Noah Ricketts

Noah Ricketts

Ashburton,Devon

Summary

I am driven, creative and energetic, with an outstanding command of the English language. Published in short and long form writing, I use high level research skills to synthesize complex concepts, craft original ideas and respond to emergent issues. I have experience in live edits and reporting.

My strong interpersonal abilities facilitate rapid relationship building and the delivery of engaging presentations. I am reliable in the adoption of new skills and information, and perform well on intensive, time pressured projects.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Staff writer

Last Word On Sports
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Produced regular articles, both thought pieces and live reports, designed to boost engagement with the world of Mixed Martial Arts.
  • Conducted site maintenance and executed live edits in response to developing events
  • Interviewed sporting insiders, in addition to communication with personal managers and PR teams.
  • Involved in the advocacy and production of longer-form content, focussing on niche areas within Combat Sports.

Freelance Writer

Medievalist.net
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Authored book reviews and articles focused on political history and geo-strategy.

Intern

Exeter Northcott
Exeter, Devon
06.2017 - 07.2017
  • Delivered tailored theatre workshops to secondary school children, enhancing creative engagement.
  • Liaised with clients to schedule annual Young Company summer intensive.
  • Provided explanatory notes and companion translations for Young Company scripts, including Coleridge's Rime of the Ancient Mariner.
  • Assisted in marketing communications and provided prompt responses to public queries.

Actor

Exeter Northcott
Exeter, Devon
10.2016 - 01.2017
  • Participated as a cast member in Northcott's production of Peter Pan.
  • Served as 'Team Captain', addressing queries during press night.
  • Facilitated communication between young cast members and production team.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient and Modern History

Oxford University
10.2021 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Classical Civilisation, Politics, Later Modern History, Extended Project Qualification

Exeter College
Exeter
09.2019 - 05.2021

Skills

  • Independent research
  • Data Summarisation
  • High level literacy
  • Outstanding work ethic
  • Developed writing style
  • Working to strict deadlines

Timeline

Staff writer

Last Word On Sports
06.2024 - 09.2024

Freelance Writer

Medievalist.net
04.2024 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient and Modern History

Oxford University
10.2021 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Classical Civilisation, Politics, Later Modern History, Extended Project Qualification

Exeter College
09.2019 - 05.2021

Intern

Exeter Northcott
06.2017 - 07.2017

Actor

Exeter Northcott
10.2016 - 01.2017
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