Simon Ford is a videographer, podcaster and copywriter. He founded Simon Ford Media Ltd in 2016.
Before going freelance, he was editor in charge of digital content at the BBC Academy, creating digital learning resources for the world's largest public service broadcaster.
Simon is proud to be associated with BP plc as a learning and development consultant, specialising in learning innovation through technology.
Simon's broadcasting career began in commercial radio. He went on to spend 20 years as a senior BBC journalist and newsreader.
Anyone who’s been at the sharp end of broadcast news will tell you clarity, accuracy and teamwork are essential qualities. You need to understand technology, know your audience and meet the tightest of tight deadlines.
These are just some of the qualities that define Simon's freelance work.
Simon believes passionately in the value of education and life-long learning. He applies his media skills to the development of new ways of learning, including 360° video and VR.
In addition to his L&D consultancy, he lectures at Nottingham Trent University, having taught journalism, digital media and law at Coventry University and the University of Leicester.
He is a member of the review and scrutiny panel developing the T-level vocational curriculum for media, broadcast and production.
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