Hayden Ford
Mount Duneed
Summary
Aspiring sports media professional seeking an opportunity to contribute to the Melbourne Football Club's content strategy through digital video production, storytelling, and social media engagement. Passionate about AFL and bringing club culture to life through compelling, behind-the-scenes content.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative & Media Experience
Bachelor of Communications (Journalism)
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed strong practical storytelling skills through video journalism and multimedia production coursework.
- Gained experience using Adobe Premiere Pro , with additional training in Photoshop and After Effects.
- Produced and edited short-form video content tailored for Instagram , TikTok , and YouTube.
- Studied audience engagement, digital media strategy, and content planning.
- Focused on Sports Journalism and the role of media in fan engagement.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, collaborate in creative teams, and work independently on media projects.
Sales Assistant
R.M. Williams
08.2024 - Current
- Deliver premium customer service aligned with the brand's heritage and values.
- Built strong product knowledge and communicate brand storytelling to customers.
- Maintain store presentation and visual merchandising standards.
- Consistently met personal sales targets while supporting the broader team in achieving store goals.
- Adapted communication style to engage with a wide range of customers in a professional retail setting.
Team Member
Bunnings Warehouse
10.2021 - Current
- Work in a high-traffic retail environment providing friendly and reliable customer service.
- Support team operations including stock presentation, safety coordination, and problem-solving under pressure.
- Strengthen teamwork and time management skills, essential in deadline-driven creative roles.
Retail Sales Assistant
Gundowring Fine Foods
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Delivered customer service while managing operations at farmers markets.
- Gained experience in presenting a premium product and tailoring messaging to different audiences.
- Developed self-management and adaptability working in solo and team environments.
Education
Bachelor of Communications - Journalism
Deakin University
Waurn Ponds, VIC02-2027
VCE
Catholic College
Wodonga, VIC11-2020
Skills
- Teamwork: Collaborative and adaptable across media, retail, sporting, and volunteering settings
- Organisation: Able to balance deadlines and priorities in dynamic environments
- Communication: Confident communicator across written, verbal, and visual formats
- Creativity: Brings an enthusiastic, audience-first mindset to digital storytelling
- Video Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro (Intermediate), basic Photoshop and After Effects
- Camera Operation: DSLR/mirrorless camera experience, framing & focus techniques
Timeline
Sales Assistant
R.M. Williams
08.2024 - Current
Team Member
Bunnings Warehouse
10.2021 - Current
Retail Sales Assistant
Gundowring Fine Foods
02.2021 - 10.2021
Creative & Media Experience
Bachelor of Communications (Journalism)
10.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Communications - Journalism
Deakin University
VCE
Catholic College
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