Kealie Mardell

Freelance Journalist
Hertfordshire, UK
Mass Communications undergraduate, University of Hertfordshire, UK. Studied abroad at California State University, Long Beach.

About

Kealie Mardell

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Social Media
Graphic Design
Magazine Design
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Online Journalism
Public Relations
Blogging
Marketing
News
Interviews
Reviews
Editing

Independently driven and highly motivated, possessing a keen interest in the media, with an aptitude for writing developed within different publications. Valuable skills and knowledge gained from a range of journalism, marketing, design and editorial experiences. Relishes a challenge and committed to maintaining high standards in any role.

Actively involved in student media opportunities: Print Editor for Trident Media, producing UniVerse (fortnightly newspaper) and redesigning BlueMoon (monthly magazine) at the University of Hertfordshire; and staff writer for DIG Magazine and Union Weekly, attending weekly newsroom shifts for the Daily 49er at California State University, Long Beach.

Print experience also includes volunteering as Editor for Twiglet, a National Childcare Trust magazine in Welwyn Garden City. Responsible for design, content and editorial aimed at parents, and for liaising with Head of Advertising, printers and contributors.

An avid blogger, having founded personal, study abroad and collaborative music blogs with guest posts also featured by Folkstock Music Festival, Young Minds, WhatUni and Canary in a Coal Mine blogs.

Passionate about music journalism, conducting band interviews and writing live show reviews, established through contributions to music websites including PunkWorldViews.com, MusicReloadUK and Independent Voice Ezine, and serving as Music Editor for KettleMag.co.uk.

Marketing experience also gained through employment as a Marketing Assistant for the University of Hertfordshire, and in a volunteer position with Relate Central & Northern Hertfordshire. Responsibilities included developing marketing strategies, creating an online presence, connecting with local press, and copy writing.

Currently seeking freelance writing opportunities, please contact me for further information.