David Walker

Media Employment History

Freelance Broadcast Journalist – 164 Ltd

London, Essex & Cambridgeshire | 2016 – Present

• Produce hourly news bulletins, scripts and audio packages for four regional radio stations reaching over 1.1 million listeners.
• Source news, conduct interviews, verify information and edit multi-track audio under tight deadlines.
• Prioritise breaking stories and deliver clear, engaging and accurate content across multiple platforms.
• Adapt tone and writing style for different station formats and audience demographics.

Published Author

2022 – 2025

• Wrote and released From Handbags to Hand Grenades, a narrative non-fiction account of thirty years in the Metropolitan Police.
• First print run sold out in under five weeks, achieving global distribution in 86 countries across paperback, Kindle and audiobook.
• Led all writing, editing, marketing, PR outreach, distribution, media engagement and launch strategy.
• Secured placement in Cornwall’s library system and currently in review with Sussex Council.

Acting Hire Manager – Neg Earth Lights

London | Jan 2015 – Jan 2016

• Interpreted creative and technical specifications for major entertainment and broadcast clients.
• Liaised with production teams, solving technical issues and coordinating logistics for media events.
• Ensured studio and location equipment met professional standards and client expectations.

Sales & Hire Administrator – Stage Electrics

London | 2009 – 2015

• Advised clients on technical equipment for stage, broadcast and live media productions.
• Handled customer communication, upselling, order processing and documentation for media events.
• Supported production teams with accurate kit requirements and operational support.

Sales & Hire Department – Stagecraft

Salisbury | 2005 – 2008

• Produced marketing campaigns and content to support new business acquisition.
• Worked directly with media clients, sourcing creative solutions for productions and live events.
• Assisted in operational coordination including logistics, invoicing and customer service.

Hire Technician – AJS Theatre Supplies

Ringwood | 1990 – 2005

• Tested, maintained and prepared specialist lighting, sound and staging equipment for theatre and broadcast use.
• Interpreted technical briefs, ensured compliance with safety standards and liaised with production clients.

Additional Media Experience & Interests

• Organised the first Paris to Beijing rally for sub-£100 cars, handling international media coverage, press engagement, negotiation and creative PR strategies.
• Aerial drone photography (CAA compliant), historical research and ongoing pilot training.

Media-Related Charity Project (2024)

• Led a full digital and physical sales campaign for a Marmite memorabilia collection raising £6,500 for the British Heart Foundation.
• Managed copywriting, social engagement, marketing, visual presentation, pricing strategy and customer communication.

• HND – British College of Journalism
• Radio Communications – Parts 1 & 2
• HNC Microelectronics
• First Aid at Work (Defibrillator Qualified)
• GCSEs A–C