Alongside my academic background, I am a qualified pharmacy technician, having studied and trained to pass the GPhC exam alongside my undergraduate degree. This taught me how to thrive in fast-paced environments, multitask effectively, and solve problems under pressure. It also sparked my interest in pharmaceutical news and market reporting—a beat I covered for the St Andrews Economist Science and Technology section, and was awarded Science and Technology Writer of the Year. A big part of my journalism is distilling complex topics into engaging and accessible narratives for a wide audience.

My industry experience has been diverse and invaluable. At the Financial Times, I developed a deep understanding of the editorial process for print, from research to fact-checking. At Bloomberg and CNBC, I contributed to broadcast coverage, shadowed leading news anchors, and gained hands-on exposure to newsroom production. At Reuters, I learned to craft breaking news stories, understanding the needs of business and professional audiences who rely on timely, accurate information to inform their investment decisions. These experiences have fuelled my interest in how journalism adapts across different media types and audiences.

In the industry, I’ve built a strong network of professional contacts, including some leading figures in journalism. I’ve come to understand the importance of cultivating a robust network and how impactful professional mentors have been in shaping my development.

In addition to my work in major newsrooms, I was a leader in my university’s journalism scene. I wrote for the business and scitech sections of the St Andrews Economist and produce the weekly newsletter for Mercury Capital Management (a student-run multi-asset investment fund). I also moderated a financial insights conference with leading industry professionals. These roles have enhanced my understanding of key economic concepts and language, while keeping me informed on market news and movements on a daily basis. As Editor-in-Chief of the Blockchain Society, I provide editorial leadership, focusing on blockchain and cryptocurrency innovations, and spearhead the curation of our semesterly magazine. I have served as Editor-in-Chief of N/A Magazine, fostering a platform that emphasises dialogue and empowerment, with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion—values I hold deeply. I believe that diverse perspectives lead to meaningful debate and the uncovering of new ideas, a principle I always aim to bring to the teams I lead.

These leadership roles have taught me the importance of both leading and collaborating within a team. They've refined my editorial judgment, helping me understand what makes a compelling and well-structured article. I am a highly driven and ambitious individual with a long-term goal of becoming an anchor, using my platform to make a global impact. Above all, I am fully dedicated to journalism and its potential to shape the world.