Stephen Sidlo has a diverse work experience in media and marketing. Stephen is currently working at Airspeeder as the Global Media & Marketing Director, joining in February 2023. Prior to this, they held the position of Head of Media at Alauda Aeronautics in 2020. In 2018, they established their own consultancy, Stephen Sidlo Consultancy, where they worked as a Director, specializing in digital strategy, brand management, and audience strategies. Stephen has also worked at Roborace as the Chief of Media, leading digital and production efforts, as well as overseeing a team of 8 people. Stephen held the role of Head of Media at ARRIVAL in 2019. Earlier in their career, Stephen worked at Engage Digital Partners as an Audience Development Lead and Content Syndication Manager, where they won awards for their work. Stephen co-founded Glass Fox Media, providing branding solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, and worked at Storyful as a News Editor. Stephen began their career at Demotix-Corbis, holding positions as Senior Managing Editor and Head Publisher.
Stephen Sidlo has a strong educational background and a variety of certifications. Stephen obtained a BA degree in Photojournalism from Swansea Metropolitan University, where they studied from 2005 to 2008. Prior to that, they attended Tameside Art & Design College from 2003 to 2005, earning a National Diploma in Photography. Stephen's education journey started at Ashton Sixth Form College, where they pursued an AVCE degree in Business & Management from 2001 to 2003.
In addition to their formal education, Stephen has also obtained several certifications. Stephen completed the "Adobe Premiere Pro CC: Introduction" course at Media Training Ltd in April 2020. In January 2018, they became AdWords Certified by Google. Furthermore, Stephen obtained the "Audience Growth" certification from YouTube in November 2015. In the humanitarian sector, they completed the "Personal Security for Humanitarians" course offered by REDR UK in June 2009, along with the "Outdoor First Aid" certification from The First Aid Industry Body in May 2009. Other certifications include "Agent 4 Change" from vInspired in July 2008 and "Drone Operator: CAA Registered" from CAA International (UK CAA) in April 2020. Additionally, Stephen is a full member of CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing, although the specific details regarding the date of obtaining this membership are unavailable.
June, 2020 - present