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Hilary Scott is a Senior Lecturer in Journalism and Broadcast Journalism at the University of Northampton, affiliated with the Centre for Cultural and Literary Studies. She has over 30 years of experience in regional press and specialist media and continues to contribute as a freelance journalist and media trainer.
- Senior Lecturer, University of Northampton
- Co-owner, The Nenequirer magazine
- Host, Women in the Arts radio show (NLive Radio)
- External Examiner, Birmingham City University (2021–2025)
- Executive Committee Member, Association for Journalism Education
Her research focuses on work experience in journalism, podcasting as a teaching tool, and the decline of regional newspapers. She is deeply committed to media accountability and equality in media organizations, particularly regarding class and gender. Her teaching integrates practical skills such as Adobe Creative Suite, audio/video editing, and mobile reporting.
The available articles, published between 2016 and 2017, highlight her critical examination of journalism training and industry practices, particularly how newsrooms support (or fail) emerging journalists. Her work blends academic rigor with industry insight, often addressing ethical and structural challenges in contemporary media.
Notable recognition includes being an Advance HE certified external examiner. Additional contributions include:
- External Examiner at BIMM London (2017–2019)
- Member of the Society of Editors
- Founding member of BBC/Society of Editors Local Journalism Working Party
Hilary supervises undergraduate practice-based projects, including writing, podcasting, law, and work-based learning. She has led academic programs and contributed to curriculum development in digital journalism. She also hosts the RAI Podcast and is involved in academic dissemination through conferences and media appearances.
She is actively involved in research dissemination and public engagement through:
- Host of academic research podcasts (RAI @UoN)
- Contributor to Journalism Education journal
- Speaker at academic conferences on journalism pedagogy
