
Sydney Johnson
Freelance journalist and junior content editor
Email sydneyj765@gmail.com
Address Bristol, United Kingdom
ABOUT
Sydney Johnson is currently working as a junior content editor at The Content Emporium in Bristol. Her background in journalism and communications has laid the foundation for her expertise in news, content production, and social media marketing.
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
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Writing, Journalism & Editorial Strategy : I bring hands-on experience in writing, editing, and developing content for both digital and print platforms. My work spans news reporting, feature writing, and multimedia storytelling. I’ve written for outlets like Wales Online and Voice of America, and have led editorial planning, conducted interviews, and shaped content narratives tailored to diverse audiences.
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Content Creation & Digital Media: I specialize in content strategy and audience engagement across platforms including Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and websites. I’ve created and scheduled social media content calendars, written SEO-optimized blog posts, crafted brand messaging, and tracked engagement metrics to inform performance-driven content strategies.
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Multimedia & Project Management: Trained in video production and editing, I’ve produced podcasts, short-form videos, and internal communications content. I have experience with CMS platforms, content migration, and running digital campaigns. Most recently, I’ve worked cross-functionally with marketing and design teams to manage creative projects from concept through delivery, ensuring deadlines and brand standards are met.
WORK EXPERIENCE
2024 - Present
Junior Content Editor
The Content Emporium
Bristol, United Kingdom.
2023 - 2024
Contributing Writer
InterCardiff
Wales, United Kingdom
2021 - 2022
Press Freedom Intern
Voice of America
Washington D.C., USA.
2021 (3 months)
Student Reporting Labs Intern
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PBS Newshour
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Virginia, USA.
EDUCATION
2023 - 2024
Cardiff University
Master's Degree in International Journalism
Wales, United Kingdom.
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2019 - 2023
George Mason University
Bachelor's Degree in Communications
Virginia, USA.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Supported the launch of 16 new websites as part of Landsec's 2024-25 Migration Project by migrating and quality-checking content across multiple CMS platforms, ensuring brand consistency and SEO readiness across all pages
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Completed a newsroom placement at WalesOnline, where I assisted in producing a vox pop segment in Cardiff city centre alongside the News team. I helped with on-location filming, interview coordination, and social media distribution. The final video gained over 10,000 views on Facebook within 48 hours.
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Shortlisted for Editor of the Year at the 2024 CUTV Student Media Awards in recognition of my consistent post-production and editing contributions across all CUTV projects — including news reports, creative short films, and live campus events — using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
SOUNDS INTERESTING? WORK WITH ME!
My current services for my freelance business including writing, video production, website management and social media management. If you are in need of someone who can fulfil these areas for your business, I'm your gal! Drop me a message through email and let's get to work!
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