MEET THE COACHES
We work differently. All our tutors are top industry professionals, currently working at the top of their game, ensuring all Content Creator Academy students receive not only the key skills and techniques but also real and relevant industry insight.
Sophie Mei-Lan Malin
Community Media Training Founder of Content Up North CIC social enterprise. Sophie Mei Lan is a Journalist, Presenter, Content Creator & Communications Coach. Sophie is now keen to pass on her incredible amount of skills and experience within the session industry to work with the next generation of through the Content Creators Academy.
She is a multi-award-winning Journalist, vlogger, blogger and content creator. Sophie specialises in social affairs issues, mental health and wellbeing, parenting, and Yorkshire. She runs the Mama Mei blog, youtube channel and social media sites through which she can reach over two billion people with one video alone. Sophie is also known as Mrs Yorkshire as she runs the Mr and Mrs Yorkshire channel, presents her own LDC radio show and she is founder of Content Up North magazine. When she is not creating content, she works for Yorkshire Post as a journalist as well as column writing for national press. She is also known for her dance and fitness classes across the region under @TheSparkleCoach.
Victoria Reddington
An award-winning digital strategist and marketeer, Victoria is a Content Creator for brands, businesses and Influencers, a Social Media Expert and Influencer Manager, and a University Lecturer on Digital Marketing and Content at The Universiy of Huddersfield, as well as an established Lifestyle and Travel Journalist.
Ex-Agency Alumni with over ten years’ experience within the top Advertising Agencies in the UK, including Publicis London, Refinery and Principles Agency, Victoria has managed branding, digital and TV campaigns for some of the biggest brands in the world before setting up her own Agency and comunications companies.
Paul Abraham: LIFE COACH
After coaching in professional, amateur and junior sport for 20 years, Paul then put all his energies in to Life Coaching and Mental wellbeing using his unique innovative style and enthusiasm.
Paul is fully qualified as a Life Coach, Mindfulness Coach and Stress Management Trainer, with his expertise being on how Mindfulness can help in dealing with stress.
Paul also has vast knowledge of goal-setting and motivational techniques, while in 2016 he qualified as a registered Mental Health First Aider. Paul has also run workshops including “An introduction to Mindfulness” and “Techniques to de-stress” which have been well received and recommended.
Kelly Ewing: FASHION COACH
To call Kelly Ewing a designer is like commenting that Leonardo Da Vinci could paint a decent picture. Although the incredible talent of Da Vinci is mirrored by Kelly’s influences from the Pre-Raphaelite Romanticism and Victorian Aristocracy in her unique, innovative and highly original designs.
Having launched the Kelly Ewing label in 2008, she captivated the northern fashion scene so much that her reputation quickly spread throughout the UK and beyond. With her unique style and designs, Kelly became one of the most sought after designers around Europe and was a regular feature on ITV, BBC, Look Magazine and many national newspapers. Celebrities and artists such as Amelia Lily and Little Mix were always at the front of the queue for Kelly’s latest designs. Kelly is passionate about personally assuring every piece meets her exacting standards, and therefore remains at the forefront of not only designing but also personally hand- making many of the garments. Her workshops for Coachwork Studios will give an amazing opportunity to learn from a very special, respected and unique talent.
Clare Jane Garrett; BODY ART COACH
Possessing a passion for creativity from an early age, Clare has now channelled her skills and eye for individuality to a level very few people could aspire to. Since studying for a Degree and Masters in Creative Art Practices along with attending make-up, sfx and body paint courses throughout the UK, her knowledge of the profession she chose is now second to none.
Inspired by the Arts of all types, including Horror, Science Fiction, Film and Theatre, Clare can now make fantasy become reality in front of your eyes. With her ability and skills, she facilitates art to merge with fashion to create a mesmerising result.
As a freelancer since 2013 Clare took on the role as camouflage make-up practitioner and mentor for Changing Faces UK. Clare will be running some incredible make-up and body paint workshops in the future where seeing will be believing.
Hannah Bent: JEWELLERY COACH
A journey which started as a hobby and enrolment in evening classes at Leeds College of Art and Design has progressed at lightning speed to propel Hannah to the forefront of jewellery design.
Having Graduated at Hull College of Art and Design in 3D Design Craft and Jewellery design in 2012 and as her reputation grew, Hannah left her full-time job during 2015 and created Bent and Forged to expand her world of contemporary and unique designs.
When Hannah designs and creates a piece of her exquisite jewellery, you know that it has been produced with the feel and passion of someone who embraces the textured materials used, enabling her to create something incredibly special. The workshops which Hannah will be running will open an amazing jewellery creating experience for everyone who attends.
Ricky Woodside: PHOTOGRAPHY COACH
The fashion industry, especially as a photographer is a notorious fickle environment. So when someone has been respected within the industry for over 20 years, then you realise that you are dealing with a very special and talented Photographer, Ricky Woodside is exactly this.
Ricky’s talent has over that time, enabled him to create incredible shoots in all forms of photography including editorial, fashion, hair, beauty, designers collections and various make-up styles which has earned him huge respect from his peers throughout the UK and Europe. With a list of magazines that he has either worked for, or been a director of, as long as the average cat-walk, it is clear to see why Ricky is regarded as simply the best.
Since 2014 he has and still is, Creative Director, Editor and Photographer for the highly respected bi-monthly fashion magazine 10TEN. Ricky has recently moved back to the UK after living and working in Milan shooting editorials and test shoots for some of the top European agency models. His wealth of photographic knowledge, experience and skills will be an incredible and valuable asset to Coachwork Studios.
Anj Handa: CHANGE COACH
Anj is the driving force behind Inspiring Women Changemakers, the dynamic movement of women leading transformational change - at work, in their communities, and in the world, she has now helped thousands of people to realise their true potential.
After studying, living and working throughout Europe, Anj has international board room experience, which has helped her become a highly respected lobbyist, speaker, writer and coach.
As a teacher and coach she explains and demonstrates how to speak up – for yourself, for others and for social issues. Her coaching workshops are based on powerful, science-backed tools and techniques that she herself has benefitted from, and which now enables Anj to bring life –changing opportunities to anyone, of whatever age or background, who wish for more fulfillment in all areas of their lives.
Adrian Wilson: PHOTOGRAPHY COACH
With clients including Burberry, Mencap, Radisson Blu plus various universities, Adrian is forever in demand for his knowledge and expertise in all forms of photography, producing stand-out portfolios of property, supercars, corporate or private events to name but a few.
Having formed his McFade Photography Company in 2005 his reputation has soared through both his commercial work and his much respected workshops. From beginner to the most advanced photographer, Adrian helps everyone learn new skills and gain confidence to tackle previously terrifying photography projects.
Adrian’s role at the Coachwork Studios will be to open new paths to photography success with his respected, professional but also highly enjoyable workshops.
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Emily Durham: MUA COACH
Emily brings a freshness and youthful energy into her role as a leading make-up artist. Having completed a Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques and a Level 3 qualification in Make-up Artistry, she now has her own business with nearly five years of experience in this role.
A highlight in her career was being awarded third place in the Worldskills UK competition which in turn resulted in her impressive work being featured in many fashion and beauty magazines. Emily will add another dimension to the Coachwork Studios team.