Ronelle Richards

Ronelle Richards

Freelance Journalist, Writer, Editor and Communications Specialist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Specialist in Marketing & Communications. Need words? ronelle@ronellerichards.com

  • Education

    • University of Melbourne

      2014 - 2017
      Master of Journalism Journalism
    • The Kilmore International School

      2004 - 2009
      IB Diploma

      Graduated with an IB Diploma, studied High Level English A, Indonesian B, Theatre Arts. Studied standard level psychology, environmental studies and mathematics

    • University of Melbourne

      2009 - 2013
      Bachelor of Arts (BA) Media Communication
  • Experience

    • Self-employed

      Sept 2011 - now
      Freelance Journalist, Writer, Editor and Communications Specialist

      Copywriter, journalist, photographer, podcaster and communications specialist for places including Strong Fitness Magazine, Melbourne Business School, The Mandarin, InTheBlack Digital, Diversified Communications, Melbourne Business School, Finder, Finty, Investing News Network, Frankly Agency, LK Group, Community Broadcasting Foundation, Yahoo Finance, RedR Australia and more.

    • Newspaper House

      Dec 2011 - Aug 2013
      Journalist/Photographer

      Head of Weekender Magazine supplement in two editions of The Free Press newspaper. Early general news journalist for The Free Press Mitchell Shire, The Free Press Macedon Ranges and The North Central Review. Occasional writer of sports article. Occasional writer on The Yea Chronicle and The Alexandra Standard.

    • The Kilmore International School

      Jan 2013 - Dec 2013
      Media Liaison

      Responsible for writing advertorials for news agencies - local and international - editing a fortnightly newsletter and coordinating yearbook. High focus on raising school's media profile. Featured school in 10+ different publications in 3 months. Helping integrate a 'welcome pack' for future students.

    • The Royal Melbourne Hospital & NorthWestern Mental Health

      Mar 2014 - Jan 2019
      Health Information Services Clerk
    • Private Media

      Jan 2016 - Apr 2016
      Freelance Journalist

      Writing news and feature articles for SmartCompany a website and daily newsletter for Australian SMEs. Managing social media and production of newsletter.

    • The University of Melbourne

      Mar 2016 - Nov 2017
      Research Assistant

      RA on a project looking at Australian media representations of Violence Against Women. Consultant for Asia India Institute on replica project. Occasional RA for the Centre for Advancing Journalism.

    • Newsmodo

      Nov 2017 - Jan 2018
      Editorial Assistant

      Providing support to the managing editor and office manager. Editing work, commissioning briefs and creating pitch decks.

    • University of Melbourne

      Sept 2018 - Nov 2018
      Copywriter and Marketing Coordinator
    • Newsmodo

      Nov 2018 - Apr 2020
      Content Manager / Managing Editor
    • Frankly Agency

      Nov 2018 - May 2021
      Managing Editor

      Responsible for QA and edits on all content produced, as well as budgets. Manage our freelance network of global-based journalists and an editorial assistant. Work closely with other senior management to create cohesive strategy and messaging. Senior internal writer for blogs, campaigns, social media and white papers. I am fortunate enough to have left Frankly Agency to pursue my own freelancing communications business with Frankly and LK Group as one of my biggest clients.

    • Melbourne Business School

      Apr 2020 - now
      Associate Communications Specialist

      Providing communications collateral and strategy for the Build on You Program for the Australian Defence Force. Brought onto a number of projects in the MBS portfolio to provide high-level communications assets, UX copywriting, participant communications, video scripts, BD copy and USP for new products.

    • Thornbury Bowls Club

      Jun 2020 - Dec 2020
      Social Media Manager

      Managing the growth of Instagram and Facebook accounts for TBC, a sports club I'm a proud member of. I also work closely with the board to implement new positive community events such as the Bushfire Fundraiser that raised $4k, yoga on the green, and working towards creating a safe space for women in bowls.

    • Linfox Armaguard Pty Ltd

      Apr 2024 - Nov 2024
      Head of Marketing and Communications

      Brought in during a time of immense change to perform a mix of internal and external communications across Armaguard, ITS, atmx, ACM, Prosegur Australia and Security. Member of the Senior Leadership Team.Co-lead of the first D&I committee at Linfox Armaguard Group.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Personal Safety and Security Course Graduate

      RedR Australia
      Jun 2016
    • Essentials of Humanitarian Practice

      RedR Australia
      Apr 2023
    • Travel Writing

      Australian Writers' Centre
      May 2021
    • Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

      Google
      Mar 2020
      View certificate certificate
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Course Volunteer

      Issued by RedR Australia on Apr 2023
      RedR AustraliaAssociated with Ronelle Richards
    • Greyhound foster carer and rescuer / Media Support / Fundraising Support

      Issued by AMAZING GREYS RETIRED RACERS on Oct 2016
      AMAZING GREYS RETIRED RACERSAssociated with Ronelle Richards
    • Events and Fundraising

      Issued by Thornbury Bowls Club on Jan 2020
      Thornbury Bowls ClubAssociated with Ronelle Richards
    • Packer

      Issued by The Community Grocer on Apr 2020
      The Community GrocerAssociated with Ronelle Richards
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Meals on Wheels on Dec 2012
      Meals on WheelsAssociated with Ronelle Richards
    • Presenter

      Issued by Mitchell Community Radio OKRFM on Jan 2013
      Mitchell Community Radio OKRFMAssociated with Ronelle Richards
    • General Committee / Media / Pennant Development / Umpring

      Issued by Fitzroy Victoria Bowling & Sports Club on Jul 2018
      Fitzroy Victoria Bowling & Sports ClubAssociated with Ronelle Richards
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Fawkner Commons on Jun 2020
      Fawkner CommonsAssociated with Ronelle Richards