Author: Jonathan James Kenneth Hadleigh

With everything set up and ready to go, we thought we’d give you a small bite of information on each of our speakers.

First up, Vivek Sharma. Who has 15 years of producing live TV shows under his belt and a wealth of knowledge. From his humble beginnings as  a runner for 5 news he’s worked his way up to covering stories all across the world for Sky News and ITN.

Next up is Beth Dyson. First class Honors student in Management and Public Relations she has worked with organisations such as BAE systems and the RAF, as well as the Typhoon Force group. Today she will share her anecdotes from her varied work experiences.

Panellist Jonathan hart, BBC sport Multimedia broadcast assistant has used his experience with Siren FM to launch him into working with Radio 5 Live, producing a wide range of sports programmes.

Michaela Solty’s joins us today with an array of work experiences which vary from a Social Media and Marketing Assistant for artsNK  right through to her current position at the Lincolnshire County Council as an Assistant Communications Officer where she can apply her skills collected from her journalism degree.

Chris Gray, 2 months into his BBC contract as a Broadcast Assistant, will share his thoughts on the industry and after winning Best Documentary at the 2015 BJTC Awards we look forward to hearing his perspectives on the world of journalism.

Last but certainly not least, Hannah Gilbey. Hannah is currently the business correspondent at the Lincolnshire Echo newspaper. Since graduating from her Journalism degree in 2013 she has taken on a wealth of work experiences such as freelance work at Heart FM and a few front page opportunities. Today she will be giving us an insight into her world.

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The annual PR and Journalism alumni conference returns to the University of Lincoln tomorrow featuring guests, Vivkek Sharma, Beth Dyson, Jonathan Hart, Michaela Soltys, Chris Gray and Hannah Gilbey.

Vivek, assistant editor for the ITV Breakfast show ‘Good Morning Britain’, will be the keynote speaker. The day will consist of a welcome speech by head of school Jason Whittaker followed by questions to the panel.

The event provides the opportunity for alumni to network whilst giving out words of wisdom to current PR and Journalism students.

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