Mel (They/Them)
Journalist and Researcher
I have started my journalism work in 2020 and since then fell in love with exploring the unique tales that spread across the UK. Diversity, culture, arts, and entertainment are a passion of mine. But I will never hesitate to tell the important news about important struggles.
If you want to learn more about me as a person and as a writer, please visit my about me page.
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Current work/projects:
I am writing at Skwigly as a Contributing Writer and Podcaster. From exploring global animation to independent productions.
Read it here: Skwigly
Co-Host for AllFMs: SomosCR - The most popular Spanish speaking radio show in Greater Manchester.
Listen to SOMOSCR every Tuesday 5-7pm on: SomosCR
As a student at the University of Salford, I am mainly a reporter for SalfordNow, however I have been its news editor multiple times as well as print editor, interactive editor, and social media content creator.
The University of Salford's official newsletter. I have written for SalfordNow over 40 articles in the span of three years. From reviews, to features, hard news, or simply doing infographics for their socials.
SalfordNow's website: https://www.salfordnow.co.uk/
My work there: https://www.salfordnow.co.uk/author/melaniecionco/
At Shock Radio, I was its presenter for two of its specialist shows:
Listen to the show: https://www.shockradio.co.uk/
If missed, every episode of both SoundtrackStation and Latino Hour can be catched on ShockRadio's mixcloud: https://www.shockradio.co.uk/
Day-to-Day Jobs
Kitchen Porter at Salford's Porta Tapas.
Previously: Covid-19 Tester Worker at Rochdale Leisure Centre.