Maddy Parkin - Careers Podcast
Maddy Parkin, 32. Photographer running a business specialising in wedding photography. My main job role is taking photos of my customers' weddings, however, there is a lot of work that goes into this: editing in creative software, creating online galleries, marketing, blog posts, liaising with customers, writing and amending contracts and creating shot lists, arranging client meetings, and more. I have been a Photographer for 9 years. I've specialised in weddings for one year. My passion is creativity, and I feel my job encompasses all of this. I love my job, because not only do I get to witness happy couples getting married, but I can work flexibly around my family, choosing my own hours and setting my own deadlines. Being a Photographer definitely doesn't come without its challenges, however, it has been extremely rewarding for me personally, getting to do what I love every day.
Celebrating Stanley / December 16th, 2025
Digital Inclusion / December 16th, 2025
Kristy's Celebration of Stanley
Listen below to Kristy Smith's Celebrating Stanley Podcast as she shares her background of working in Stanley and her fond memories.
Youth Social Action / July 2nd, 2024
The Importance of Youth Social Action
On Thursday 4th July 2024, a General Election will be held to determine the new or continuing prime minister, and potentially a new government. As young voters, it is important that you vote and take this opportunity to be part of the democratic process.
Exercise, Health and Nutrition / June 15th, 2026
Wellbeing and the Arts / June 15th, 2026
Stargate Pit Disaster, Crookhill Primary School / June 15th, 2026
'The Black Time Bomb'
This project was created to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the 1826 Stargate Pit Disaster near Ryton, Gateshead. This poem presents the mine as a terrifying monster, symbolising the fear, danger and destruction caused by the 1826 Stargate Pit Disaster, where 38 people lost their lives.