Ryan Hillback
Wolverhampton,Staffordshire
Summary
An experienced individual within the political and media sector, I have held various roles for Members of Parliament including in advisory capacities as well as Communications.
I have significant experience in managing social media accounts with tens of thousands of followers, and can successfully convey targeted information to audiences whilst growing the number of impressions.
With an aptitude for communication, I can successfully convey key information to stakeholders whilst developing positive relationships and cultivating contacts.
Educated to Masters level, I have shown consistent professional development by completing NCTJ qualifications and becoming members of various local organisations with a community driven focus.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Communications Officer
Rt. Hon Sir Gavin Williamson CBE MP
Penkridge, Staffordshire
05.2021 - Current
- I manage campaigns on a myriad of issues ranging from green belt development to localised flooding.
- I successfully led a team to campaign for the General Election. Despite the plunging popularity of the Conservative Party, we achieved the third highest result for a Conservative candidate in the country.
- I organised successful political events such as a membership drive for Rishi Sunak MP during the Conservative Leadership Election.
- I design campaigns and draft literature on issues of local importance.
- I manage the Member's diary - demonstrating great attention to detail and organising relevant constituency trips/events.
- I respond to constituents on all aspects of national and local policy - demonstrating effective political understanding.
- I carry out detailed research to assist the Member with his commitments.
- I liaise with Government departments to resolve constituents' issues - achieving a high success rate.
Shrewsbury Town Football Writer (voluntary)
Shropshire Live
Shrewsbury, West Midlands
09.2014 - 07.2022
- I increased KPI and ROI by producing exclusive content to a targeted audience.
- The article I produced averaged 30,000 unique views, whilst the highest received 125,000 unique views.
- I assisted Shropshire Live in increasing its Twitter following to 27k and just over 27k likes on Facebook.
- I produced regular social media updates to update Shrewsbury supporters on the latest club news.
- I compiled exclusive interviews with a range of former players.
Communications Officer/Casewoker
Suzanne Webb MP
Stourbridge , West Midlands
12.2019 - 05.2021
- I liaised with public bodies and other organisations to address constituent issues and bring complaints to a satisfactory conclusion.
- I supported constituents with a variety of issues including housing complaints, benefit claims, and immigration concerns.
- I produced weekly reports for the Member to enable her to monitor caseload.
- I assisted with constituency duties including attending meetings with industry leaders, constituents, and stakeholders.
- I drafted policy responses on national issues.
- I uploaded content onto the Member's website and managed its functions.
- I downloaded and edited clips from ParliamentTV and subtitled them to ensure they are accessible to all audiences.
- I produced the bi-monthly newsletter via Mailchimp to keep subscribers updated on Suzanne's work.
- I produced weekly news reports to keep Suzanne updated with local matters.
- As a communications officer I formerly managed and updated social media accounts, crafted press releases, and prepared tailored media briefings
Casework and Communications Officer
Margot James MP
Stourbridge , West Midlands
10.2018 - 12.2019
- I updated Margot's social media posts and keep abreast of political developments to aid her in her role.
- I utilised social media to update members of the public on core political issues, and to convey key messages.
- I liaised with local media outlets to set up interviews and provide comments on a range of subjects.
- I compiled and produced PR and campaign material.
- I produced weekly media reports, and keep local political activists up to date with Margot's schedule.
- I assisted Margot in her constituency duties, including attending meetings with industry leaders, constituents, and executives.
- I assisted constituents with a range of issues, and work with public bodies to bring concerns to a satisfactory conclusion.
- I managed sensitive data, whilst always keeping confidentiality in mind.
Senior News Reporter
Chronicle Publications
Selby, Yorkshire
12.2017 - 03.2018
- I developed contacts to produce exclusive news stories that were picked up by national news organisations.
- I utilised social media to identify news stories and adapt them to a local audience.
- I attended District and Parish Council meetings and demonstrated an ability to extract salient information.
- I covered some court cases and inquests.
- I fostered successful relationships with communication teams.
Education
M.A (Merit) - Contemporary Media
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton2017
Bachelor of Arts (2:1) - Broadcasting/Journalism
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton2016
Skills
- Highly proficient writer with excellent editing skills
- Creative thinker with an ability to produce original ideas
- Tenacious and motivated, demonstrated by an ability to secure exclusive interviews with celebrities and politicians
- Understanding of the mechanisms of social media with the ability to utilise it to improve results
- Deep understanding of the political arena, including relevant legislation and local Government
- Political strategist with an ability to present policy in an accessible manner
- Understanding of media law, demonstrated by holding an NCTJ qualification in the subject
- Proficient computer skills
Accomplishments
- 2017 Best Print Journalist at the University of Wolverhampton.
- Awarded the 2016/17 Express and Star Excellence in Journalism award.
- Qualified at shorthand.
- Authored more than 1,000 articles in print and online.
- NCTJ Media Law.
- NCTJ Reporting.
- NCTJ Sports Journalism.
- Developed a political blog which reached over 1,200 unique users in a month.
Certification
- NCTJ Media Law
- NCTJ Reporting
- NCTJ Sports Journalism
- 60wpm shorthand
Timeline
Senior Communications Officer
Rt. Hon Sir Gavin Williamson CBE MP
05.2021 - Current
Communications Officer/Casewoker
Suzanne Webb MP
12.2019 - 05.2021
Casework and Communications Officer
Margot James MP
10.2018 - 12.2019
Senior News Reporter
Chronicle Publications
12.2017 - 03.2018
Shrewsbury Town Football Writer (voluntary)
Shropshire Live
09.2014 - 07.2022
M.A (Merit) - Contemporary Media
University of Wolverhampton
Bachelor of Arts (2:1) - Broadcasting/Journalism
University of Wolverhampton
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