Christopher Knox

Strategic Communications Officer at The National Lottery Community Fund

Christopher Knox has a diverse work experience in the fields of strategic communications, content management, copywriting, and public relations. Christopher is currently working as a Strategic Communications Officer at The National Lottery Community Fund since May 2021. Prior to this, they worked as a Strategic Content Manager at Boiler Plan from October 2020 to May 2021. Christopher also had a freelance role as a Copywriter from March 2020 to October 2020.

Christopher's previous experience includes working at Lookers plc as a PR Manager and Content Editor from June 2019 to March 2020, where they were responsible for editing and managing a team of copywriters, as well as handling PR and media relations. Prior to that, they worked as a PR Manager at Lookers plc from July 2017 to June 2019, where they focused on developing the company's media profile and working with various organizations for partnership and media responses. Christopher also worked as a Copywriter at Lookers plc from July 2014 to July 2017, where they created SEO copy for online news, digital marketing campaigns, and internal communications.

Before their time at Lookers plc, Christopher held roles as a Communications Officer at Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums from August 2013 to February 2014, where they handled PR and marketing responsibilities for the organization. Christopher also worked as a Communications Officer at Newcastle College from September 2012 to August 2013, where they focused on strengthening the college's profile through press releases, website updates, and social media integration. Additionally, they worked as a Communications Manager at Sunderland Software City from April 2012 to July 2012, where they oversaw all communications activities for the software industry investor.

Christopher's earlier experiences include working as a Multi Media Journalist at ncjMedia Limited from 2007 to 2011, where they wrote news stories and led business campaigns for regional publications. Christopher also worked as a Reporter for Money Management Magazine and Financial Adviser Magazine, both published by Financial Times Business, from 2003 to 2007, where they covered personal finance markets and conducted data analysis.

Overall, Christopher Knox has a strong background in communications, public relations, content management, and copywriting, with experience in various industries such as lottery funding, boiler services, automotive, museums, education, software, and finance.

Christopher Knox attended Northumbria University from 2000 to 2003, where they obtained a BA Hons degree in English and History. Following this, they pursued further education at Darlington College from 2003 to 2004, focusing on Journalism, although specific details regarding a degree obtained are not provided.

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  • Strategic Communications Officer

    May, 2021 - present