John
Hutchinson
Personal
Details
Date
of Birth: 15/09/1984
Address: Home
Fretherne Road
Welwyn Garden City
Herts, AL8 6PZ
Contact
Numbers: Mobile:
07854 429135
Nationality: British
Education
Sept
2007 – Jan 2008 The Sheffield College, Norton College
site, Sheffield
NCTJ
Pre-entry Reporter Journalism (Fast-track)
2003-2006 Keele
University, Staffs
BA
(2.1 Hons) Degree History and Politics
Subsidiary courses:
Sociology, Computer Programming, German
Having completed two
dissertations, I inherently learnt to perfect my organisational
skills and at the same time develop my skills in research
1995-2003 St Mary's Roman Catholic Comprehensive School, Menston
GCSE: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, History, English Language, English Literature, French, German, Religious Studies (all A*-C)
A-Level: History, English
Literature, French, General Studies
AS-Level: Mathematics
Employment
Sept 2008-Present Daily Mail (Freelance)
- Working for the online sportsdesk/newsdesk at the Daily Mail in London, I am responsible for writing breaking news directly onto the live site, as well as following up the newswires that we receive. I have also being tasked with web ordering in terms of what stories should go where in the relevant sections.
- On an evening shift, whilst concentrating on ensuring breaking news and live sport is covered, I am also expected to upload sports and news stories that are due to appear in print, onto the website. In doing this it is important that I source the right pictures and graphics for the stories, as well as correctly captioning these. Often there is a certain element of free-reign in doing this as many stories in print are not often accompanied with pictures, so it is my responsibility to attribute related ones to the online versions.
- It is vital to ensure the online sportsdesk and newsdesk are in regular interaction with the sportsdesk, sports editor, the sports news editor, and news editor so that all areas are covered with regards to what is being produced on breaking news. I have always worked closely with the relevant personnel, and never been afraid to ask questions when necessary.
March 2008-Present The Welwyn Hatfield Times
- In my role on the sportsdesk I am responsible for the writing of copy for at least 18 pages in three editions of weekly publication; the Welwyn Hatfield Times, Potters Bar Edition, and the East Herts Herald.
- I attend a variety of sporting events including football matches, community initiatives, boxing shows and rugby games of which I report on for the paper.
- I upload a number of stories onto our website using a Content Management System (Atex) , and have recorded video and audio which has been put on the website. The system I have recently been trained on is the first of its kind, integrating print products with online material and is expected to be rolled out not only nationwide, but also internationally. I am eager to develop my online skills still further.
- Using the website to keep our readers informed and aware is key, and as such the sports team update the website on a daily basis, providing breaking sports news, reaction, and match and game reports.
- I am a confident and hard-working individual who is always eager to progress and update my contacts book, whilst always being organised and diligent enough to chase follow-ups.
- I am fully qualified as a sub-editor, receiving copy from reporters, subbing, proofing, and then designing the pages around pictures, graphics and copy.
August 2007 Leeds Weekly News (One week)
During
my time working on a newspaper I developed skills of working to a
deadline, newsgathering, sourcing and writing and interviewing
techniques. I made the front page during my time working for Leeds
weekly news, and the editor commended one of my stories, developed
entirely by myself, whilst working on the Wharfedale and Airedale
Observer. I thoroughly enjoyed my work experience and feel I adapted
well to the working environment.
2006-2007 Keele
University Students' Union (KUSU)
Sabbatical
OfficerVice President (Communications)
- In the first instance, I was responsible for all of KUSU’s publicity and media, both internal and external, including but not limited to: (i) Advertising, posters (ii) Press releases (iii) KUSU email usage (iv) The KUSU Web site (v) The KUSU News-sheet.
- I had to ensure that the law of the land was not breached – and that the public image of KUSU was not damaged – by any KUSU publications or media.
- In the absence of the President, I had to carry out the responsibilities of the President.
- In conjunction with the Entertainments Manager and Entertainments Officer, I was responsible for the operation of KUSU’s entertainments policy. I had to liaise with the Vice-President (Finance and Services) and Entertainments Officer on the financial aspects of this policy.
- In conjunction with the relevant officers, I was responsible for the effective publicity of KUSU campaigns.
- I was KUSU’s Returning Officer for all elections.
- I was the editor of the Student newspaper, Concourse, and was responsible for newsgathering, publicity and photos.
- I was responsible for liaising with the national and regional Branches of the NUS.
2003-2006 The SU Catering Department Head of Shift (Term time)
2003-2005 Compass
Group, SSP, Leeds Bradford International Airport
2000-2003 WM
Morrison, Yeadon, Leeds
2000 Chase
de Vere, Financial Consultants (Work placement)
Language
Skills
French
(A-Level), German (Competent).
Computer
Skills
- Full working knowledge of the Microsoft office environment.
- Conversant with Internet search engines and associated browsers.
- Full working knowledge of Mac computer systems and associated programs including, but not without exception, Quark Xpress, Photoshop and illustrator. Also full working experience of the aforementioned programs for use on a PC.
- Experience of uploading stories and pictures using the Enlites software, and also
- confident with design, picture editing, and uploading software.
- I am experienced using Indesign and Incopy both in their own respect, and within an integrated content management system (CMS).
- Experience of uploading stories and pictures using content management systems, and also
- confident with design, picture editing, and uploading software.
Activities and Interests
- During my time in education I have represented my institutions at football, tennis, badminton and rugby, also carrying these sports out in my free time.
- I coached children during “sports roundabout” which was held every summer in the local area, ranging from ages 5 to 13. I have also coached at a Disability Club that was held every Saturday at my secondary school. This was a voluntary initiative for the community.
- I enjoy travelling to foreign countries, and discovering new cultures, always eager to learn and understand.
- I was a member of a local Drama Group and starred in various productions throughout my life, often taking the lead roles.
- My interests include: sports, travelling, the media, politics, the arts and socialising.
- Throughout all the activities I have carried out, I enjoyed being part of a team, and always fought to be as successful as I could possibly be.
Driving License
I have a full, clean UK driving license.
References
Mr Richard Weekes
Daily Mail newspaper
Northcliffe House
2 Derry Street, High St KensingtonW8 5TT
Telephone – 0207 9386225
Professor M Crook
History Department
Keele University, Staffs
ST5 5B
Telephone – 01782 243199
