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Robert Duncan Macdonald

Summary

Adaptable communicator with proven leadership and team management experience, thriving under tight deadlines to deliver creative and results-driven work. Skilled across digital marketing, content creation, social media management, and live broadcasting, with strong technical proficiency in video, audio, and graphics editing tools. Culturally experienced through international study and work, combining resilience and reliability to contribute effectively in fast-paced marketing environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Editing and Publishing Officer

Youth Football Scotland
10.2022 - 09.2025
  • Manage a team of 25 volunteers, overseeing recruitment and content production for digital platforms.
  • Lead team media coverage events, delegating tasks to cover national cup finals at professional stadiums such as Hampden Park.
  • Design and edit graphics for social media.
  • Edit interviews, piece-to-cameras and various highlights packages.
  • Co-hosted the Youth Football Podcast.

Athletics Broadcast Operations

Stony Brook University
New York
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Filmed NCAA Division 1 college sports matches and presenters for broadcasting.
  • Operated audio controls to ensure high-quality sound during broadcasts.
  • Edited graphics for enhanced visual presentation on cable TV and streaming platforms.

Media Coordinator

EFA Intercontinental Futsal Cup
Lloret De Mar
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Produced and streamed all matches for EFA Intercontinental Futsal Cup in Spain, reaching up to 3,000 viewers.
  • Managed social media content, creating and uploading visuals and videos.
  • Edited highlight packages, filmed press conferences, and conducted interviews with players and coaches.

Sports Reporter

Caledonia Gladiators Media Team
Glasgow
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Compiled regular match reports for British basketball league team Caledonia Gladiators’ website.

Fan Media

Staggies View
10.2020 - 09.2025
  • Authored regular articles and features on Ross County Football Club during 2020 and 2021.
  • Co-hosted Staggies View podcast since 2022, engaging with club supporters.

Depute Editor

The EDIT and Radio Caley
Glasgow
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Served as deputy editor for student magazine, overseeing design and production processes.
  • Contributed articles to enhance publication quality and engagement.
  • Led campaign resulting in the return of free breakfasts for students.
  • Earned Best Behind the Mic award at GCU Student Association Awards 2023.

Volunteer Reporter

YFS Media Team
03.2020 - 10.2022
  • Volunteered at youth football tournaments across UK, including Newcastle and St George’s Park.
  • Produced written reports and video content for grassroots football matches.
  • Conducted interviews, presented, and created social media content for events.
  • Secured paid role producing live streams for World School Netball Games at Loughborough University.
  • Recognised as Volunteer of the Year for 2021-22, leading to employment offer.

Bank Domestic Assistant

NHS Highland
05.2020 - Current

Delivered reliable support to hospital operations during university holidays, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Education

MSc - Marketing

Glasgow Caledonian University
09.2024 - 09.2025

BA - Multimedia Journalism

Glasgow Caledonian University
01.2020 - 01.2024

Multimedia Journalism - Exchange

Stony Brook University
New York
08.2022 - 12.2022

International Summer School Exchange

Hansung University
Seoul, South Korea
06.2023 - 07.2023

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
  • Multimedia storytelling
  • Effective communication
  • Content creation
  • Team leadership
  • Social media marketing

Timeline

MSc - Marketing

Glasgow Caledonian University
09.2024 - 09.2025

International Summer School Exchange

Hansung University
06.2023 - 07.2023

Sports Reporter

Caledonia Gladiators Media Team
01.2023 - 07.2024

Depute Editor

The EDIT and Radio Caley
01.2023 - 07.2024

Editing and Publishing Officer

Youth Football Scotland
10.2022 - 09.2025

Athletics Broadcast Operations

Stony Brook University
10.2022 - 12.2022

Multimedia Journalism - Exchange

Stony Brook University
08.2022 - 12.2022

Media Coordinator

EFA Intercontinental Futsal Cup
05.2022 - 05.2023

Fan Media

Staggies View
10.2020 - 09.2025

Bank Domestic Assistant

NHS Highland
05.2020 - Current

Volunteer Reporter

YFS Media Team
03.2020 - 10.2022

BA - Multimedia Journalism

Glasgow Caledonian University
01.2020 - 01.2024
Robert Duncan Macdonald