Charlotte Dobson

Charlotte Dobson is an experienced media professional currently serving as the Senior Media Manager for the Greater Manchester Combined Authority since October 2025. Prior to this role, Charlotte worked at Transport for Greater Manchester from August 2021 to October 2025, first as a Senior Communications Officer specializing in Media and Reputation, and previously as a Communications Officer. Charlotte's journalism career includes a significant tenure at the Manchester Evening News from November 2014 to August 2021, where responsibilities included reporting on the NHS and health services in Greater Manchester, as well as covering breaking news and court hearings. Additional reporting experience includes positions as a Senior Reporter at The Bolton News and a Junior Reporter at The Coalville Times. Education includes a Diploma in Multi-media Journalism from News Associates in Manchester and both a BA (Hons) and a Master of Arts (MA) in English Literature from The University of Sheffield.