a digital portfolio BY John Hood

Currently. John lives in the historical Cathedral City of Exeter, UK, where he was born and has spent most of his life. It was here, whilst studying A-Levels at Exeter College, that John met his friend Dr Michael Williams (read his kind dedication in 'Ivor Novello: Screen Idol') and with whom he shares an enduring passion for the media in all its rich diversity. Together they collaborated on an Exeter College/BBC Radio Devon partnership. This included co-writing, recording and editing music and soap opera documentaries for 90MPH.

As a lifelong student of the creative arts and technology, many diverse and varied artists, working within the mediums of sound and vision, have influenced John's creative thoughts and processes. Notably James Cameron, David Fincher, George Lucas and Steven Spielberg.

During John's formative years the respected texts of Lewis Carroll, Shakespeare, J.R.R. Tolkien and H.G. Wells informed his thinking and writing.

Since 1998 John has been developing original content (in mixed media) for internet distribution. The ability to work cross-platform, and conceptualise, and apply that thinking to print, broadcast or interactive content is key to successful multimedia practitioners! It's about creating a consistent and articulate message that uses the strengths of each medium. And the internet is the ideal point-of-convergence to deliver rich and compelling content to an active global audience.

The internet provides new ways of working, and John's ambition is to collaborate with fellow creatives around the world.

Aside from the facility to globally showcase work. This site has had unexpected and rewarding social benefits. Friends and professional acquaintances have been in contact after searching John's name in Google and Yahoo! Exceeding all expectations for the project.

Through affiliate advertising agencies such as TradeDoubler, John has built successful marketing relationships with high-value companies: from The Apple Store to Panasonic, from Disneyland® Resort Paris to Orange, and more!






		Currently. John lives in the historical Cathedral City of Exeter, UK, where he was born and has spent most of his life. It was here, whilst studying A-Levels at Exeter College, that John met his friend Dr Michael Williams (read his kind dedication in 'Ivor Novello: Screen Idol') and with whom he shares an enduring passion for the media in all its rich diversity. Together they collaborated on an Exeter College/BBC Radio Devon partnership. This included co-writing, recording and editing music and soap opera documentaries for 90MPH. As a lifelong student of the creative arts and technology, many diverse and varied artists, working within the mediums of sound and vision, have influenced John's creative thoughts and processes. Notably James Cameron, David Fincher, George Lucas and Steven Spielberg. During John's formative years the respected texts of Lewis Carroll, Shakespeare, J.R.R. Tolkien and H.G. Wells informed his thinking and writing. Since 1998 John has been developing original content (in mixed media) for internet distribution. The ability to work cross-platform, and conceptualise, and apply that thinking to print, broadcast or interactive content is key to successful multimedia practitioners! It's about creating a consistent and articulate message that uses the strengths of each medium. And the internet is the ideal point-of-convergence to deliver rich and compelling content to an active global audience. The internet provides new ways of working, and John's ambition is to collaborate with fellow creatives around the world. Aside from the facility to globally showcase work. This site has had unexpected and rewarding social benefits. Friends and professional acquaintances have been in contact after searching John's name in Google and Yahoo! Exceeding all expectations for the project. Through affiliate advertising agencies such as TradeDoubler, John has built successful marketing relationships with high-value companies: from The Apple Store to Panasonic, from Disneyland® Resort Paris to Orange, and more!









		Think of a podcast as a radio show. Each show consists of a series of individual episodes that you can listen to how you want - on your PC, using your MP3 player, or with just a web browser. The podcast phenomenon is all-pervasive. You can listen to John's show 24/7.

		On eBay John offers a varied selection of collectables in excellent-to-mint condition. This is backed up with consummate customer care, support and trust (packaging and fulfillment). Don’t take his word for it, please read the testimonials.

		What's up with John? Read his blogs, Cloister Bell and Generation Star Wars, and subscribe.

		In 2003 John briefly joined the online writing staff at Inside Mac Games. Inside Mac Games was founded in 1993 as a floppy disk-based magazine. Since its inception, IMG has been at the forefront of the Mac gaming scene, providing news, previews, and reviews to hundreds of thousands of readers throughout the world. Today IMG is published on the web and to subscribers via the MacGames DVD. With an installed base of over 100,000 readers and 350,000 unique visitors per month, IMG is among the most popular gaming sites on the Internet. Sponsors include Aspyr Media, Inc. and Feral.

		After graduating from the University of Bournemouth, in June 1996, with a BA (Hons) in Media Production, John joined global news agency Reuters working as an online journalist for their Business Information unit. Recognised for editing, with a high degree of autonomy, trade papers Broadcast and Daily Variety. Seconded to Reuters Financial Television in June 1997. RFTV, 200 Gray’s Inn Road, London WC1X 8XZ. In 1999 the division was merged with Dow Jones to form Dow Jones Reuters Business Interactive. And John was appointed to Editorial and Product Development (see here). A broad spectrum of skills, and a willingness to develop, proved an invaluable asset when facilitating the aims and objectives of editorial. In order to survive, the journalist of the future will need to know how and where to find stories and how to produce and present them for disparate platforms - newspapers, magazines, radio, television, mobile and internet.

		Whilst working at Reuters and subsequently Dow Jones Reuters. John undertook to acquire additional experience in other media organisations! One such professional appointment was as a foley artist/extra for BBC Radio Four’s family drama - 'The Gemini Apes' (1998) starring Christopher Lee (The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and Star Wars Episodes II & III) and Garrick Hagon (see here and also). Directed by Dirk Maggs (The Adventures of Superman).

		Between 1993-1996 John attended the University of Bournemouth. And undertook their acclaimed BA (Hons) Media Production course, traversing audio, computer and video production. The focus was on practice, form and theory, which informed and enriched the learning experience immeasurably. Course modules included marketing, media law, accountancy and music form and theory. While each student wrote and directed his or her own productions, it was also essential s/he learnt the importance of collaboration. Students formed crews and gained invaluable insight and experience rotating in the principle production positions of director, editor, camera, sound and producer. One such production, which John worked on, starred EastEnders' Lisa Shaw (Lucy Benjamin). Extra curricula activities included jointly running, on campus, a weekly vintage video club, which traversed a diverse range of media content and themes. Bournemouth University’s Alumni Association interviewed John for a special magazine feature focusing on graduates who are now successfully working in the media. The article was published in The Talbot (Summer 2004) magazine. Download the PDF here (13.9MB).