Casper Sanderson

Multilingual communications professional and researcher specialising in Persian cultural studies, with a focus on Iranian music and its socio-political impact. Experienced in content creation, digital audience engagement, and cross-cultural communication. Skilled in producing impactful analysis and communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences through various platforms.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Researcher & Writer 2023 – Present

●  Conduct in-depth research on Middle Eastern affairs, particularly Iran

●  Analyse Persian music, news, and academic sources for PhD research

●  Produce well-researched content for various media formats, adapting to different audience demographics

●  Collaborate with stakeholders via academic and social media contacts to source reliable information

Senior Account Executive, Farrant Group 2022

●  Led communications strategies for diverse clients in the Middle East, West Africa, and South-East Asia

●  Rapidly compiled data and produced research summaries, articles, and press releases to tight deadlines

●  Developed and managed digital content, including graphics and promotional videos using Adobe Creative Suite

●  Collaborated with international events teams, securing media coverage in prominent outlets and managing stakeholder

relationships

Freelance Music Producer and Composer 2020 – Present

●  Produced six original compositions for Edinburgh Fringe show, managing the production from composition to mastering

●  Create original compositions and cover art for international clients, consistently receiving five-star reviews

●  Developed skills in digital artwork creation, music video editing, and social media promotion for release campaigns

●  Coordinated all aspects of own business, including client relations, project timelines, and deliverables

Writers Officer, Cambridge Journal of Law, Politics, and Art 2021

●  Produced and edited interviews with leading experts in law, politics, and art

●  Developed extensive network of academic and media professionals

●  Published interview with prominent Iranian human rights activist

●  Collaborated with editorial team members to ensure high-quality content

PhD (ongoing) in Persian Cultural Studies, University of St Andrews 
Thesis: The evolving role of music in Iranian political resistance since the 1979 Revolution

MPhil in Modern Middle Eastern Studies, University of Cambridge
Dissertation on rap musicians in Iran published in a peer-reviewed academic journal

MA (Hons) in Arabic, Persian and Russian, University of St Andrews First class Honours, with distinction