Olly Woolley
@ollywoolley
Freelance journalist with a passion for sports writing.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated freelance journalist specializing in sports writing, particularly football. Currently, I produce engaging content for VAVEL, where I cover the Premier League, EFL, and European football, reaching an international audience. My experience has honed my ability to create compelling narratives that resonate with readers.
In addition to my writing, I work as a research interviewer with IFF Research, collaborating with various government departments to enhance public services through insightful interviews. My previous role as Media and Communications Officer for the Northampton Methodist District allowed me to develop my skills in content organization and social media management, contributing to community engagement and outreach.
With a BA in Journalism Studies from the University of Sheffield and ongoing training in media ethics and regulatory law, I am committed to upholding the highest standards in journalism. I thrive in collaborative environments and am always eager to learn and adapt to new challenges.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Interviewer
IFF Research
Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)
Conducted research interviews to improve government services. Collaborated with the Department for Work and Pensions, Department for Education, and Department of Health and Social Care.
Football Writer
VAVEL
Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Produced written football content for an international readership. Covered the Premier League, EFL, and European football.
Media and Communications Officer
Northampton Methodist District
Dec 2019 - Aug 2021 (1 year 8 months)
Organised and delivered content across multiple social media channels. Assisted in running various social programmes for one of the UK's largest church districts.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National Council for the Training of Journalists
Diploma in Journalism, Journalism
Studied media regulatory law and ethics, alongside public affairs. Independently learned Teeline shorthand, achieving 80 words per minute.
University of Sheffield
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism Studies
Trained in journalism practices and software for various news formats including newspaper, magazine, radio, TV, and online. Studied journalism law, ethics, and political significance.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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