Tommy Stewart
Manchester,Greater Manchester
Summary
I am an award-winning journalist, editor, producer and writer with eleven years of multiplatform experience. As well as being hardworking and reliable with a sincere passion for developing, producing and creating engaging content, I'm versed in writing and editing for multiple digital and physical media nd online platforms. I'm also a lifelong, match-going Manchester United fan, Lancashire Cricket Club member who plays football and cricket reguarly. I've published my own poetry book and am in a Manchester band called Church Party, which I lead and write the songs for.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Newsletter Writer
Men in Blazers
New York
03.2025 - Current
- Expanded the newsletter audience of Men in Blazers with my original football writing and editing.
- Contributed on socials and podcasts for the Men in Blazers network which has a global audience.
- Edited and proofread articles to maintain high standards of grammar and style.
Producer and Editor
The Guardian and BBC 5 Radio 5 Live
Manchester
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Freelance senior producer for Tony Livesey's late show at BBC 5 Live
- Freelance editor and producer of The Guardian's award-winning Football Weekly podcast.
Producer, writer, social media and video editor
MUNDIAL Magazine
London
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Won Pod Bible's Sports podcast of the year 2023 as head producer.
- Produced multiple viral short clips accumulating millions of views.
- Ran MUNDIAL's social feeds, creating moodboards and daily content.
- Wrote multiple pieces for the website and magazine.
- Managed and coordinated all aspects of production, from pre-planning to post-event evaluation.
- Organised schedules for smooth production and on-time delivery of creatives.
- Visited various locations for shoots and oversaw live operations as head of field production team.
- Adhered to quick turnaround deadlines and exercised calm under pressure to make quick changes.
- Worked with technical teams to optimise sound and lighting.
Tailenders Podcast Digital Producer
TBI Media / BBC 5 Live
London, London
03.2019 - 04.2023
- Was part of the team that produced and won Gold for best live show at the 2020 podcast awards.
- Worked with big stars such as Greg James and Jimmy Anderson, compromising and convincing them as to what content goes out.
- Utilised exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging, error-free content.
- Used Premiere Pro and Photoshop to a high level, creating regular viral hits generating millions of views
Homo Sapiens Podcast - Digital Producer
Spirit Studios
London, London
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Standardised style guides to achieve cohesive brand identity.
- Improved creative processes through effective collaboration with graphics and design teams.
- Used Premiere Pro and Photoshop to a high standard to create viral digital content on LGBTQ+ issues repeatedly.
Broadcast Journalist
BBC 5 Live
Salford, Lancashire
02.2014 - 06.2020
- Produced detailed packages BBC 5 Live, working autonomously to research, record and edit all elements.
- Worked on live Champions League finals and Tyson Fury fights producing social media content which got millions of views.
- Booked guests and wrote big guest interviews for the likes of Eric Cantona, Johnny Marr and Kevin Hart.
- Worked on breaking news stories such as the Paris terror attack.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield11.2012
Skills
- Script review and revision
- Video production oversight
- Digital video production process
- Creative writing
- Schedule Management
- Broadcast media
- Social media
- Project Management
Timeline
Newsletter Writer
Men in Blazers
03.2025 - Current
Producer and Editor
The Guardian and BBC 5 Radio 5 Live
01.2025 - 03.2025
Producer, writer, social media and video editor
MUNDIAL Magazine
04.2023 - 12.2024
Homo Sapiens Podcast - Digital Producer
Spirit Studios
04.2021 - 07.2022
Tailenders Podcast Digital Producer
TBI Media / BBC 5 Live
03.2019 - 04.2023
Broadcast Journalist
BBC 5 Live
02.2014 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Sheffield Hallam University