Sydney
Eliot-Wilson
Freelance Journalist
Toronto, ON
About Me
My name is Sydney Eliot-Wilson and I am a multimedia journalist based in Toronto. I have experience reporting for multiple publications including Capital Current, Roots Music Magazine and RANGE Magazine. After completing my Bachelor's Degree in Media, Information and Technoculture at the University of Western Ontario in 2022, I worked in communications before attending Carleton University for my Master of Journalism. While at Carleton I gained experience in various news room settings including contributing to and producing news broadcasts. My interest in arts, culture and music journalism has allowed me to cover a variety of events and connect with several Canadian artists. I am proficient at producing high quality work under tight deadlines, while maintaining an eye for detail and editorial standards. In the summer of 2025 I covered the Ottawa Bluesfest music festival in its entirety, delivering print-ready stories daily. Currently I work full time as a communications coordinator for a housing non-profit in the Greater Toronto Area. I also regularly publish personal essays on my Substack newsletter entitled "Thursday's Child."
Work Experience
Freelance Reporter, RANGE Magazine - January 2026 to Present
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Regularly pitch stories to the Editor
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Organize interviews and acquire assets from music labels
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Complete background research for stories
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Interview music artists and report on live shows
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Maintain punctuality and reliability
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Consistently meet deadlines
Intern Reporter, Roots Music Canada -
April 2025 to September 2025
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Attended daily pitch meetings
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Reviewed and edited copy
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Interviewed relevant sources
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Adhered to CP style
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Attended several day music festivals and reported daily
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Met tight deadlines while maintaining high editorial standards
Contact Me
Get in touch! Please reach out with any questions or ideas. I am always looking to connect through social media or via email.
