RIO GAYLE
Experienced Media Professional
London
Summary
A creative professional seeking creative strategy roles, with proven track record delivering landmark content for global audiences. Led Commonwealth talent curation for King Charles III's Coronation Concert. Delivered channel record-breaking ratings for Princess of Wales' Christmas concert and contributed to BBC One's The One Show's 4+ million nightly audience. Expertise in developing content strategies that achieve audience engagement increases whilst maintaining 100% regulatory compliance. NCTJ-certified with experience in international stakeholder management, celebrity liaison, and translating complex narratives into compelling formats.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Operations
MAMA Youth Project
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and executed strategic plans, and managed projects to grow the commercial arm, increasing revenue by 30%.
- Optimize the program efficiently, improving workflow and management, decreasing resource allocation by 30%.
- Maintained safeguarding standards for young adults engaged with MYP programmes, ensuring safe and supportive environments.
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Drove revenue growth through the identification of new market opportunities and the expansion of existing products/services offerings.
Guest Strategist
The Diary Of A CEO Podcast
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Secured high-impact guests, including Dr. Rhonda Patrick (3M+ views) and Dr. Roger Seheult (6M+ views), identifying experts who drove audience engagement.
- Monitored social media and trends to identify emerging voices and high-value guests, maintaining a strategic pipeline of relevant contributors.
- Developed data-informed booking strategies that enhanced podcast relevance.
- Conducted comprehensive research on potential contributors, analyzing expertise and brand alignment to ensure editorial quality.
Producer & Journalist
Good Morning Britain, ITV
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Delivered high-impact broadcast content across breaking news, politics, and entertainment, driving a 20% increase in audience engagement.
- Produced news and entertainment packages with 100% Ofcom compliance and zero legal violations.
- Secured guest interviews through strategic research and targeted questioning that boosted viewer retention.
- Enhanced on-air performance by briefing presenters and correspondents, reducing broadcast errors, and improving segment quality.
Producer & Journalist
Vanessa Feltz Show, News UK
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Researched, pitched, and produced guest-driven segments, achieving an increase in listener retention.
- Discovered and showcased emerging voices, including cultural commentators, who generated 10% increases in social media engagement.
- Successfully managed the end-to-end booking process with a 95% booking-to-appearance conversion rate and zero no-shows.
Freelance News Features Producer
Good Morning Britain, ITV
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Spearheaded guest booking for the One Million Minutes campaign, successfully securing celebrity talent and compelling case studies, which resulted in setting a new record.
- Cultivated strategic relationships with PR agencies to enhance media visibility and optimise booking efficiency.
Casting & Edit Assistant Producer
The Coronation Concert, BBC
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Led Commonwealth talent curation for King Charles III's historic Coronation Concert, liaising internationally across 50+ nations to secure over 50 artists for this landmark broadcast, watched by millions globally.
- Secured A-list celebrity interviews, including Tom Cruise, increasing media coverage of the event.
- Developed press materials with Commonwealth officials, boosting positive international media coverage.
Casting Assistant Producer
All Together at Christmas, ITV
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Led casting for the Princess of Wales' Christmas carol concert, securing key contributor guests, and delivering the channel's highest-ever ratings for that time slot.
- Produced biographical research profiles, enabling seamless and engaging conversations.
- Collaborated with The Royal Foundation and PR teams to secure 100% of targeted contributors on schedule.
Assistant Producer
Various including BBC, ITN, Sky & Channel 4
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Produced high-impact segments for BBC One's The One Show, contributing to millions of nightly audiences and prime-time ratings success.
- Researched and developed weekly feature stories, maintaining peak-time viewer engagement.
- Coordinated filming logistics and contributors across multiple locations, with 100% on-time delivery for live broadcast.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Middlesex University
04.2001 -
Media Law and Court Reporting Diploma - NCTJ Certified
Skills
- NCTJ certification
- Scripting expertise
- Guest research and booking
- Strong research abilities
- Talent management
- Creative strategy
- Managing budgets
- Proficient in written communication
- Data-driven storytelling
- Media and communications strategy
- Media relations expertise
- Video editing
References
References available upon request
Certification
NTCJ Certified
Timeline
Director of Operations
MAMA Youth Project
06.2025 - Current
Guest Strategist
The Diary Of A CEO Podcast
04.2025 - 06.2025
Producer & Journalist
Good Morning Britain, ITV
07.2023 - 03.2025
Producer & Journalist
Vanessa Feltz Show, News UK
05.2023 - 07.2023
Casting & Edit Assistant Producer
The Coronation Concert, BBC
02.2023 - 05.2023
Casting Assistant Producer
All Together at Christmas, ITV
10.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant Producer
Various including BBC, ITN, Sky & Channel 4
02.2022 - 09.2022
Freelance News Features Producer
Good Morning Britain, ITV
10.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Middlesex University
04.2001 -
Media Law and Court Reporting Diploma - NCTJ Certified
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