Personal Statement
I am currently a freelance multimedia journalist. I have recently completed my time learning and enhancing my skills at the University of the West of Scotland.
A sports fanatic, I currently hold the role of volunteer videographer for Glasgow City FC capturing the pitch-side angle of Scotland’s most successful woman’s side. In this position, I have been able to cover women’s football matches all across the country and abroad as well as covering various competitions. I have written for The Falkirk Herald, Read Aston Villa and Vavel covering match reports, season previews and transfer speculation. I have also hosted a Scottish football podcast called TinPot Talk which highlighted the best of Scottish football. Alongside this, I also manage the social accounts for Ayr Rugby the Ayrshire Bulls.
Whilst a sports fan, my interests don’t stop there and I’m also interested in covering politics & current affairs and arts & culture. I have covered stories on Brexit and the 2019 general election.
As I continue to grow and hone my craft as a journalist I pick up new skills and techniques. I am currently adept with the following:
- Audacity
- Burli
- Final Cut Pro
- iMovie
- Shorthand
- Camera Operation
- Canva
I also have a valid driver’s licence and a car alongside owning a camera which is a Sony a6500. I have used this camera to create the vast majority of my video content. I am a fast learner and can pick up new skills and techniques quickly.
Experience
September 2017 – May 2021
UWS Newsroom – Freelance Multimedia Journalist
Written a variety of stories including news, features and sports. Alongside creating audio and visual pieces to an industry standard. Obtained skills using Audacity, Burli, Final Cut Pro, iMovie, shorthand and a variety of camera skills.
October 2019 – March 2020
The Morning Show – Radio News Reader
Writing and reading 5-8 minute news bulletins every half hour on the 8-9:30 show every Monday and Thursday on UWS Radio. Covering news, sports, weather and traffic & travel
March 2019 – Present
Glasgow City FC – Videographer and Editor
During my time at Glasgow City, I have provided the roving angle for the club’s highlights. Most recently I was promoted to the role of head camera operator which has meant I now provide the main camera for all of the first team’s matches. Most weeks I edit together the CityCam or City Filter Free highlight packages. I have provided clips that have garnered thousands of views. Content used by BBC Alba and BBC Sport highlights. Over the past year, I was part of the media team out in San Sebastian covering the clubs UWCL match against Wolfsburg and covering the UWCL match in Iceland against Valur. Coverage included travel footage, interviews, training package and match day and game footage.
September 2019 – March 2020
St Mirren TV
I have on occasion been a part of the matchday production of St Mirren TV. I have taken on numerous roles including updating the St Mirren TV Twitter page, half time analysis on commentary and as a runner.
November 2020 – May 2021
Ayr Rugby Club
I have recently taken on the joint role of social media manager with Ayr Rugby across their various social media accounts and their multiple clubs. This involves multiple things such as putting up tweets, posting on Facebook, putting stories out on their website and recording and editing videos.
Contact
Email: dale.eaton@live.co.uk
Phone: 07701331139
Social Media: @DaleEaton_
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