Sydney Conteh
Essex, London
Summary
Experienced in storytelling and research with knack for creating engaging content. Background includes interviewing, writing, and editing across various platforms. Eager to explore and report on diverse topics, bringing fresh perspectives to every piece.
Overview
6
6
Languages
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainee Journalist
News associates
09.2026 - Current
- Facilitated interviews with key individuals, providing valuable insights and perspectives for stories.
- Researched topics and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Worked and assisted staff to edit and evaluate impacts of stories, including content analysis and timeliness.
- Adhered to strict deadlines, contributing to the timely publication of news articles and features.
- Supported the production of multimedia content, including videos and podcasts, enhancing digital presence.
- Proofread articles to make sure spelling, grammar and content were correct and in line with brand style.
- Coordinated with photographers and graphic designers to select images that complemented written content.
- Implemented SEO strategies in online articles, improving search engine rankings and visibility.
- Created engaging content for various social media platforms to foster audience interaction.
TUTOR
ADAPT AND EVOLVE
01.2025 - 07.2026
- Supported students transitioning between schools or outside mainstream system by teaching English, science, and maths, addressing educational needs of those with SEN or anti-social behaviour.
- I produce and distribute educational materials to students
- Writing and proofreading educational material that is distributed for students
- Organised schedules to effectively manage and prioritise needs of multiple students.
- Built strong relationships with parents to enhance student support and involvement.
- Meeting tight deadlines for data and documents needed for parents and students
- Outlined key responsibilities in educational support
- Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions to progress learning.
- Analysed student progress and prepared feedback to improve test results.
- Organised and maintained detailed records of tutoring sessions, including students' progress, to track and report outcomes effectively.
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
BLACKFEST ARTS ORGANISATION
01.2024 - 01.2025
- I contribute to a number of different tasks, including developing program concepts, project research, crew and staff management, set coordination, content organisation, operational tasks, and creative input such as pitching ideas and suggesting improvements.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure team productivity.
- Supported writing, editing, and administrative duties on set for productions in film, television, and theatre, ensuring smooth operations.
- Collaborated with lead to streamline project operations and improve workflow efficiency.
- Liaised with venues, managed booking enquiries, and coordinated administrative tasks for non-professional participants to enhance production logistics.
- Monitoring analytics and people engagemen
- I take meeting minutes, complete all necessary tasks, and follow up on outstanding actions.
- Monitoring analytics and people engagement
ARTICLE WRITER
LIVERPOOL FILM INITIATIVE
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Producing engaging and thought-provoking articles, with clear SEO in mind
- Oversaw the creation and promotion of engaging articles while conducting informative workshops.
- Created and promoted engaging articles for the public while conducting informative workshops to guide individuals in the creative industry.
- Conducted research on article ideas to ensure accuracy and prevent misinformation in final publications.
- Edited, proofread, and beta-read articles while adhering to deadlines.
- Incorporated feedback to enhance workshop effectiveness and improve article quality.
- Created promotional posters and marketing content to attract readership
PLAYWORKER
NEWCROFT CLUB
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Monitored room of fifty children (aged 6-11) alongside co-workers, coordinated activities to foster play-focused environment, and encouraged positive behaviour.
- Established positive relationships with children to boost self-confidence.
- Cleaned and sanitised play areas and equipment for excellent health and hygiene standards.
- Cleared and organised spaces after activities to prepare for upcoming sessions. to prepare rooms for next sessions.
COACHING ASSISTANT
CAMBRIDGE AND COLERIDGE AC
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Planned and conducted athletic sessions for children aged 12 – 15 years, tailoring interactions to individual abilities and tracking progress to support development.
- Organised and led drill sessions to improve team performance. to improve team cohesion and individual skill levels effectively.
- Created a supportive team atmosphere during training sessions.
- Monitored safety protocols to protect students during activities. by keeping sporting equipment in good working order.
Podcast host, article writer and social media manager
Altheodi's Xhosa
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Hosted and produced a monthly podcast exploring subjects like race, gender, and identity, featuring specialist poets to enhance discussions.
- Also producing newsletters, introducing the guests and highlighting their successes.
- Monitoring analytics of the newsletters and seeking feedback from readers.
- Created an inclusive environment for poetry enthusiasts of all levels, providing insights into the poets' perspectives and broadening audience understanding.
- Produced engaging, thought-provoking articles optimised for SEO, enhancing visibility and reach.
- SEO integration into articles and social media posts.
- Conducting deep research on prospective guests, so that the articles and interviews with them are well conducted.
- Managing Performing multiple writing duties at one time, while keeping to their deadlines.
- Editor, proofreading and beta reading articles with deadlines in mind.
- Oversaw various projects to ensure completion and adherence to guidelines.
- Producing posters and marketing to promote the articles.
WAITER
GBK
London
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and care, ensuring timely delivery to maintain high standards of service.
- Delivered friendly and fast service to process high-volume food and drink orders at peak times.
- Managed customer orders, provided exceptional service, coordinated fast food delivery, and resolved customer queries effectively.
- Maintained safe hygiene and food handling standards for full compliance.
EVENT PLANNER
LATTITUDE
Grahamston
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Planned, organised and executed promotional events.
- Managed event operations, ensuring smooth execution and swiftly resolving any challenges that occurred.
- Enhanced events by sourcing and coordinating decorations and accessories to create inviting atmospheres.
- Planned events to promote personal and environmental health among co-workers. During my time in South Africa, I took charge of organizing a children's talent show attended by 800 children. As part of a team, I facilitated community dialogues in collaboration with local community leaders.
- Facilitated community dialogues addressing environmental issues, school improvement, and waste disposal, engaging community in finding practical solutions. The community actively engaged in finding practical solutions to these important daily challenges.
Education
Teacher training - secondary science
lydiate learning trust
Liverpool 01-2023
Bachelor - Psychology
Anglia Ruskin University
01-2020
Nursing: Foundation Level -
barking and dagenham college
01-2016
A Levels -
Palmers College
01-2014
Skills
- A quick learner
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Creativity
- News writing
- Article writing
- Fact checking
- Story editing
- SEO optimisation
- Research methods
- Multimedia production
- Content planning
- Deadline management
- Audience engagement
- Active listening
- Report-writing
- Editing and review
- Multimedia editing
- Relationship-building
References
- Info@liverpoolfilm.com, 07464 851340, Liverpool film initiative
- Emma, Benaine, Info@adaptandevolve.co.uk, 07877 833789
Languages
Spanish
Upper Intermediate
B2
krio
Proficient
C2
Xhosa
Intermediate
B1
English
Proficient
C2
Hebrew
Intermediate
B1
Dutch
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Trainee Journalist
News associates
09.2026 - Current
TUTOR
ADAPT AND EVOLVE
01.2025 - 07.2026
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
BLACKFEST ARTS ORGANISATION
01.2024 - 01.2025
ARTICLE WRITER
LIVERPOOL FILM INITIATIVE
01.2023 - 01.2025
Podcast host, article writer and social media manager
Altheodi's Xhosa
01.2020 - 01.2021
PLAYWORKER
NEWCROFT CLUB
01.2017 - 01.2022
COACHING ASSISTANT
CAMBRIDGE AND COLERIDGE AC
01.2017 - 01.2022
WAITER
GBK
01.2015 - 01.2016
EVENT PLANNER
LATTITUDE
01.2015 - 01.2015
Teacher training - secondary science
lydiate learning trust
Bachelor - Psychology
Anglia Ruskin University
Nursing: Foundation Level -
barking and dagenham college
A Levels -
Palmers College