Maria is digital content manager at Jacobs Media, a B2B media brand with titles such as The Caterer and Travel Weekly.
She focuses on UX design, working with stakeholders and developers to create new tech solutions.
With a background in journalism, she uses research to discover the needs of users and creative storytelling to craft solutions.
About
↓ CURRENTLY
Leading digital transformation in Jacobs Media, helping a traditionally print-led company meet and exceed its targets through UX and SEO.
↓ 2025
Redesigned and led the relaunch of websites for six Jacobs Media brands: Travel Weekly, Connecting Travel, Connecting Travel (Arabic), the Association of Touring and Adventure Suppliers. Also relaunched Jacobs Media flagship site and CliveJacobs.com.
↓ 2024
Redesigned and relaunched Aspire Travel Club website, and led The Caterer through the cessation of print and refocus to become an entirely digital brand.
↓ 2023
Developed digital strategy for The Caterer, including social media and website. Reformulated KPIs for the brand and launched new video series.
↓ 2021-22
Working as print & digital sub-editor for The Caterer, being proactive with making changes to the brand’s digital platforms.
↓ 2020-21
Working as sub-editor at Bauer Media for puzzle magazine titles. Led social media strategy for the department.
↓ 2019-20
Freelance work and editorial internship at Wired.
↓ 2018-19
Undertaking masters in Magazine Journalism at Cardiff University.
↓ 2017
Working as sub-editor for Press Association in Bristol.
