Hallam Fulcher

Carrer de Bolvar 28,

Entresuelo
Barcelona 08023
Spain
Email: hallam.fulcher@gmail.com
Phone: +34651716461
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A skilled journalist with three years' experience at a national Australian arts magazine. A quick learner
who can absorb new ideas and communicate clearly and effectively. A writer with extensive experience
covering news, features, travel, entertainment and human interest stories. A team player with strong
interpersonal and communication skills able to meet critical deadlines.

EDUCATION
HISTORY 2010 2013
Bachelor of Communication (Media Production)
University of Newcastle, Australia and University of Leeds, UK.
2008 2010
Bachelor of Music
Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney, Australia.

CAREER PROGRESSION
February 2013 Present
LIMELIGHT MAGAZINE, Sydney Sub Editor
Limelight is an internationally recognised print and online magazine with a print circulation of
12,650 and in excess of 70,000 unique browsers per month. Originally a subsidiary of the
Australian Broadcasting Corporation and sister publication of London's Gramophone magazine,
it is now independently owned with a focus on in-depth and specialised news in the Australian
classical music and arts scene. It shares partnerships with organisations including the Sydney
Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and Sydney Theatre Company.
Website: http://www.limelightmagazine.com.au/
Key Responsibilities:
Working at Limelight, I have been engaged in researching and composing diverse and original
copy for print and online, editing contributors' work, updating social media and laying out articles
using Photoshop and InDesign. I have interviewed numerous high-profile figures including cofounder of Lonely Planet Maureen Wheeler, film director and producer Baz Luhrmann and
German orchestral conductor Christoph Eschenbach.
I have successfully continued to operate in this role for the last six months whilst travelling in
Europe. Working by distance has enabled me to research and write several prominent travel
articles for the magazine on the arts scene in various European capitals, including Stockholm,
Berlin, Madrid and Lisbon.
Key Achievements:
- Upkeep of magazine online presence, including issuing weekly newsletters,
synthesising large amounts of information with minimal lead times
- Appointed to the role of Deputy Editor on a temporary basis in June 2013 after only
being with the magazine for four months

Representing the magazine at Sydney Festival events and press junkets, providing live
reviews and recommendations for readers
Representing Limelight at the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, a prestigious tenday celebration of music in Cairns, Queensland
Co-ordinating interviews with internationally renowned figures, bridging intercultural
differences

November 2010 February 2012

UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE, Australia Opus Magazine Editor
Opus Magazine is a student publication at the University of Newcastle, Australia. Founded in
1956, it reflects the concerns of students in an engaging format, with a proud history and
connections with numerous organisations and businesses around the Newcastle region.
Key Responsibilities:
I was responsible for planning each issue of the magazine, issuing formal written offers to
contributors to carry out work and liaising with publishers, advertisers and promoters for the
best possible contract prices.
Key Achievements:
- Over-seeing a multi-faceted team of contributors and graphic designers to strict
deadlines, scheduling meetings and the smooth-running of each issue
- Managing a financially and creatively successful publication
- Attaining a 20% discount on printing costs through negotiation and cross-promotion
January 2011 August 2014
NEWCASTLE GRAMMAR SCHOOL, Australia Assistant Music Teacher
Key Responsibilities:
In my role as an Assistant Music Teacher, I was charged with leading and assisting in
varied musical ensembles, along with monitoring individual learning. This included working
in collaboration with other music teachers, providing private music lessons, assessing
student progress and writing reports
Key Achievements:
- Successfully preparing students for musical performances and exams
- Working alongside other teachers to ensure best possible results
- Imbuing students with a love for music
- Supporting students in their musical and personal development
KEY PERSONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Journalism
Specialised Music and Arts Journalism
Investigative Writing Feature Articles
Research and Fact-Checking
Proofing / Editing
Multimedia Layout & Design
Web Presence

Music Coordination

Teacher
Supervisor
Mentor
Musician (Cello and Piano)

Technology / ICT
Excellent typing ability
(120 words-per-minute)
Windows and Mac OS
Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite including

Photoshop, InDesign and Dreamweaver
Content management systems
Social media platforms including
Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn
Web
design

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS and OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Sydney Sinfonia, Australian Youth Orchestra
Casual work as orchestral cellist
International TEFL and TESOL Training
120-hour qualification in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
International House Barcelona
Certification in Spanish level B1
PERSONAL INTERESTS
I thrive on opportunities to broaden my horizons and have travelled widely. I also have a strong
passion for social justice and have had regular experience volunteering for various causes
including the Australian Red Cross Door Knock Appeal, London Crisis at Christmas and British
Heart Foundation telephone fundraising.

REFERENCES
References available on request