Samuel Kelton
Hawthorn,South Australia
Summary
Dynamic freelance writer and former Music Editor at News Limited, adept at crafting compelling content and managing tight deadlines. Proven track record in generating engaging stories and building strong industry relationships. Skilled in writing, editing, and social media engagement, consistently delivering high-quality work that resonates with audiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelancer
Self Employed Writer
01.2025 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of output and attention to detail.
- Achieved client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
- Generated story ideas and content for various outlets.
- Worked a cross a number of fields from health, lifestyle, music and food.
Small Business Owner
Pizzalola
08.2018 - 12.2024
- Managed daily operations ensuring efficient processes and quality services from front of house through to ordering stock, cooking orders and running a successful business.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximise brand identity, crafting content and scheduling posts.
- Achieved consistent year-on-year growth by leading a small and dedicated team.
- Established a loyal customer base.
Journalist
News Limited
08.2007 - 07.2018
- Employed as Music Editor I oversaw numerous liftouts as lead content creator for music stories, including live concert reviews, album reviews and artist interviews.
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for digital channels.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts along with local and international celebrities.
- Developed strong relationships with international promoters and artists which continue to this day.
- Additionally employed for a period of three years as a Police Reporter, covering high profile events from natural disasters to crime.
- Also spent time working as the City Editor where I edited the City Messenger, covering local council stories, lifestyle and city events.
Freelance Writer
Rip It Up
02.2005 - 03.2007
- Provided engaging music content including generating ideas for coverage.
- Collaborated with editors and a small team.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to produce feature articles with local and international artists.
- Reduced turnaround time for both live concert and new release album reviews by effectively prioritising tasks and managing deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Media -
Adelaide University
Adelaide, SAJournalism Cadetship -
News Ltd
Adelaide03-2012
Skills
- Writing and editing
- Deadline management
- Content creation
- Breaking news coverage
- Social media engagement
- Interviewing and building a rapport
- Story development
- Editorial judgment
- Collaboration
- Communication
Timeline
Freelancer
Self Employed Writer
01.2025 - Current
Small Business Owner
Pizzalola
08.2018 - 12.2024
Journalist
News Limited
08.2007 - 07.2018
Freelance Writer
Rip It Up
02.2005 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Media -
Adelaide University
Journalism Cadetship -
News Ltd
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