James Bainbridge

James Bainbridge has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. James has worked as a Deputy Head of Content EMEA at Ten Lifestyle Group, where they were responsible for planning, writing, commissioning, and editing travel guides and magazines. James also managed email communications and collaborated with various stakeholders.

Prior to that, James worked as a Content Developer at SAFREA (Southern African Freelancers' Association), where they provided content analyses and text updates for website relaunches. James worked closely with web designers and stakeholders to streamline the sites.

James also has experience as a Writing Tutor, conducting workshops on travel writing and selling articles, both online and at various venues. James has taught at high schools, South Africa's National Arts Festival, and the University of Cape Town.

In their earlier years, James worked for Lonely Planet as a Copyeditor, Copywriter, and Travel Writer. James was responsible for writing guidebooks, copyediting, proofreading, and ebook production. James also presented travel shows and provided travel advice to various media outlets.

At Reed Business Information, James worked as a Features Editor for magazines covering the Australian media and marketing industries. James contributed features, reviews, and celebrity interviews to music titles.

James began their career at Media Week, where they worked as a Deputy Features Editor. James produced features, reported on the digital media industry, and edited sections of the magazine.

Throughout their career, James has demonstrated a strong passion for travel, writing, and editorial work.

James Bainbridge has a diverse education history that spans various institutions and fields of study. James obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in English Literature and History of Art from the University of Glasgow. Additionally, they completed a Copywriting for Freelance Journalists program at Journalism.co.uk in 2020. In 2015, they attended the Livingstone Tourism Academy in Cape Town, although the specific degree and field of study are not provided. James also completed a Postgraduate Journalism Course at PMA in London in 2000. Furthermore, they pursued English Literature and History of Art at the University of British Columbia, although no degree is specified. Lastly, they attained A-levels in English Literature, History of Art, and Ancient History from Shrewsbury School.