MEET THE TEAM

MEGAN: FOUNDING EDITOR / RADIO & PODCAST HOST

I’m Megan, the Founder at VOCAL GIRLS. I started the platform back in 2020, intent on changing the narrative around the lack of gender diversity in the music industry. Together with our growing team of committed volunteers, I create events and content for our engaged community. Alongside coordinating all of our output and projects, I also host the VOCAL GIRLS podcast, write features and photograph shoots. Aside from my work on the platform, I'm a freelance music journalist, content creator and musician - with experience working for the likes of The Independent, DIY magazine and The V&A.

EDITORIAL

DAISY: DIGITAL EDITOR

**SHE/HER | LONDON |** **@DAIISY_CARTER**

I’m Daisy, the Digital Editor here at VOCAL GIRLS. Alongside Megan, I oversee all the written content we publish, as well as writing features and working with the team to book and promote our live shows and festival stages. Away from VG, I spend my 9-5 as Digital Editor at DIY Magazine, and have also written freelance for the likes of NME, The Line Of Best Fit, and Music Week.

DANI: CONTENT PRODUCER

**SHE/THEY | MANCHESTER |** **@DANIMAXXWELL**

Dani is a multi-faceted creative from the Midlands, and is a Content Producer for VOCAL GIRLS. In Manchester, Dani is the Content & Marketing Lead for community radio station, Reform Radio, and the Label Manager of independent record label, BUZZ Tune. You can also hear her voice on numerous radio stations across the UK as the presenter of Dani’s Funk & Soul House, alongside her being a freelance live events & panels host. Overall, diversity and inclusivity in the creative industries is at the core of all of her work, with her also holding personal passions for DJing and film.

AMBER: SOCIALS & IN HOUSE WRITER

**SHE/HER | LONDON |** **@AMBER_LASHLEY**

As Vocal Girls’ Social Media Editor, I manage our day-to-day engagement with our community and the sharing of content. I also update our Vocal Girls Weekly Playlist with my favourite finds, both old and new. Having volunteered with Vocal Girls for a few years, my role extends beyond socials and sees me working across general operations, including writing, events, and our festival takeovers. Outside of Vocal Girls, I have experience in music PR, artist liaison, live hosting, and have written for the likes of So Young Magazine and DIY Magazine.

REBECCA: IN HOUSE WRITER & PUBLICITY ASSITANT

**SHE/HER | LONDON | @REBECCA.KESTEVEN**

Hey! I’m Rebecca, and I’m a writer and Design PR from Brighton. Like all the VOCAL GIRLS I’m obsessed with music and gigs, and feel very passionate about supporting particularly up and coming artists. My favourite genre is probably post-punk but my music taste ranges from anything between pop to electronic, with a particular soft spot for prog rock (as much as I hate to admit it).

CAITLIN: IN HOUSE WRITER

**SHE/THEY | LONDON |** **@CAITLINCHATTERTON**

I’m Caitlin, an in-house writer at VOCAL GIRLS covering features as well as album and live reviews. I love getting to chat to artists about how music helps them express their identity and politics, and the ways that they connect with their communities. I’ve also written for publications including Clash, DIY and The Line of Best Fit, and am always on the hunt for new tunes to shout about!

IFE: IN HOUSE WRITER

**SHE/HER | MANCHESTER | @IFELAWRENCE_**

Hi, I’m Ife, and I’m a writer and a creative, based in Manchester. At VOCAL GIRLS, I write reviews,interviews, features and news stories! Additionally, I also write for DIY magazine and Silent Radio. Outside of VG, I’m super interested in art and pop culture and always keen to discover new music!

VIDEO

SALLY: TIKTOK LEAD & IN HOUSE WIRTER

I’m Sally, a writer and content creator at VOCAL GIRLS. Since my first piece back in 2020 I’ve had the pleasure of covering features, and album and live reviews. Through talking to emerging artists, and creating content at festivals and our own events, I love getting to witness the ability of music to connect us, and our own ability to empower marginalised voices within the community. Outside of VOCAL GIRLS, I’m Head of Content for an educational tech company, and have a background in Neuroscience. Can usually be found at the merch desk!

MEG: PHOTO/VIDEO CREATOR & WEB ADMIN

I’m Meg, a photographer, video creator and web admin at Vocal Girls! I absolutely love creating a story though image and moving picture. I am currently publicity Co-ordinator at Toast Press in Brixton - we have a full Female team! I am also a freelance project manager and radio plugger. I love nurturing grassroots and emerging artists and helping them reach their potential. Outside VOCAL GIRLS you will find me at a London music venue most nights of the week.

GRAPHICS

ALAYNA: GRAPHIC DESIGNER

**SHE/HER | LONDON | @ALAYNA.ALEXANDRIA @HUNTE.DESIGN**

Yo yoo, I’m Alayna lead Graphic Designer here at VOCAL GIRLS; Socials, gig posters, merch design.. that’s me! In the music world you can also catch me taking photographs to validate my camera addiction, or doing artist liaison at festivals! Outside of VOCAL GIRLS, I’m a Junior Graphic designer at Sherlock Studio in Brighton! And if I’m not at a gig you’ll find my alter ego playing Rugby for Streatham-Croydon Women+.

SATVI: GRAPHIC DESIGNER

My name is Satvi and I work on Graphics for VOCAL GIRLS. I also photograph & film events we put up and are invited to. Outside of this, I am an Architectural Assistant and mess around with some music myself! I joined VG because of how comfortable I felt at its very first gig. I hope to help spread this feeling to marginalised voices in the industry and beyond. I absolutely REFUSE to pick a favourite genre. Or 2. Or 10.

EVENTS

AMY: EVENTS PRODUCER & STRATEGIST

I’m Amy, Events Producer for VOCAL GIRLS. I oversee the planning, organisation, and management of events alongside Megan and Ruby. After studying music at Bristol University I've worked across music education, artist management, events, and currently as a Communications Manager within the recording industry. Most of my free time is spent going to gigs, the theatre and listening to Radio 6.

STRATEGY

RUBY: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIST

I’m Ruby, Business Development Strategist for VOCAL GIRLS. Alongside Megan, I work on funding applications and furthering business development through projects, gigs and events. I also work with Amy on the planning and organisation of our events. Outside of VG I work at the 100 Club, running gigs and managing the venue more generally. I’m the fourth generation of my family to work there, so I grew up fully immersed in this world. Keeping nightlife accessible in the current climate is very important to me and I'm looking forward to championing up and coming artists through our work.