STEPHEN DAVEY
St Albans, GB.About
First-Class English Literature and Politics graduate with experience reporting on politics, and environmental affairs. Strong interest in technological developments, environmental politics and the corporate forces shaping the economy.
Experienced in producing digital content under tight deadlines, developing original angles and conducting research-led reporting. Ambitious, media law trained and keen to build a reputation as a journalist for a well-respected news site.
Work
Tulleys Tulip Fields
|Barista
St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
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Summary
Made drinks in a high-traffic environment whilst maintaining efficient and personable customer service
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Summary
Actively contributed to a digital news platform, producing online articles, coordinating with editors and gaining practical experience in digital News creation.
Highlights
Produced 2+ articles daily, demonstrating rigorous fact-checking and strong research-skills.
Optimised 60+ articles on WordPress, utilising SEO best practices and meta descriptions to improve digital visibility.
Liaised with senior editors to manage revisions and approvals.
Efficiently managed multiple deadlines, edits, and revisions simultaneously, maintaining a smooth workflow.
Coordinated closely with editors to refine article clarity, structure, and style
Broke down complex developments in geopolitical affairs and environmental politics in clear and concise language for a wide audience.
Lancaster University
|Co-President of Climate Action Society
Lancaster, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Led and managed a university society, balancing administrative duties with a full academic load while organizing weekly events.
Highlights
Managed a busy calendar of meetings and events while balancing full academic commitments.
Researched, wrote and delivered three public lectures on environmental activism, ensuring I can convey ideas with clarity and understand how to engage wider audiences.
Chaired regular meetings and coordinated internal and external communications, developing strong leadership and public speaking skills.
Designed and created promotional social media posts using Canva, significantly increasing event visibility.
Developed experience engaging with complex social and political research and communicating it clearly to varied audiences.
Utilised Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) to organise the society's affairs and data.
Rennie Grove Hospice Care
|Charity Shop Volunteer
St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Provided professional customer service and managed retail operations for a busy charity shop, contributing to sales, positive customer experience, and efficient stock management.
Highlights
Delivered friendly and professional customer service in a busy retail environment.
Efficiently processed donations, sorted stock, and prepared items for sale, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Assisted with pricing and merchandising, ensuring attractive displays and adherence to shop standards to maximize sales potential.
Education
Lancaster University
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Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
English Literature and Politics
Grade: First Class
Courses
Politics Dissertation (10,000 words): An intensive research project praised for being 'well-structured,' 'well-written,' and 'ambitious', with comparisons drawn to the work of Adam Curtis.
Developed advanced critical reading skills across literary fiction and non-fiction.
Extensive experience analysing narrative structure, voice, and thematic development.
Trained in media law when published in Lancaster's student paper SCAN.
Awards
Mary Talbot Prize
Awarded By
Lancaster University
Awarded for exceptional academic performance under challenging personal circumstances, demonstrating resilience, reliability, and professionalism.
Skills
Communication & Leadership
Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Public Speaking, Stakeholder Communication, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Public Relations, Presentations, Correspondence, Chaired Meetings.
Editorial & Publishing
Editorial Coordination, Digital Publishing, Content Management, WordPress, SEO Optimization, Keyword Research, Meta Descriptions, Article Production, Fact-Checking, Research, Copyediting, Proofreading, Editorial Judgement, Long-Form Writing, Contributor Communication, Digital Production Workflows, Publishing Standards.
Project & Event Management
Project Management, Event Organization, Logistics Management, Deadline Tracking, Scheduling, Prioritization, Administrative Processes, Diary Management, Workflow Management.
Digital Tools & Marketing
Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Social Media Management, Digital Marketing, Audience Engagement.
Analytical & Organizational
Attention to Detail, Accuracy, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Record-Keeping, Resilience, Adaptability.
Customer Service
Customer Service, Retail Operations, Client Relations, Stakeholder Engagement.