I need a freelancer I am a freelancer Pricing News Intelligence

Richard Pain

Singapore, Singapore
Book Richard with Paydesk
See how it works

Book Richard with Paydesk

Make your booking securely through paydesk for these benefits:

1

Preferred Booking Channel

Richard is more likely to commit to assignments booked through paydesk, as it is a trusted platform that validates the seriousness and legitimacy of each engagement.
2

Insured Bookings for Peace of Mind

We provide basic insurance coverage with each booking on paydesk, giving both you and the media professional confidence and protection while they work for you.
3

Effortless Online Payment

Paydesk offers a payment protection system to ensure payments are only finalized when you are satisfied with the job completion. Freelancers trusts our process that guarantees their efforts are rewarded upon successful delivery of services

Still have questions?

Check FAQ
About Richard
Richard is an ex-BBC writer, content marketing expert, and the founder of Storyteller Strategies, a content marketing agency that helps companies tell their story with compelling content. 

Over his career, Richard has produced written, video and audio content for some of the world's best-known brands including Huawei, Visa, Standard Chartered and Singapore Airlines. 

Richard specialises in business, tech and sustainability-related topics business, but is happy to accept projects on any topic.

With extensive experience working for commercial clients, Richard can coordinate interviews, photography, audio recording and videography, in addition to written content production.
Languages
English
Services
Interview (Video / Broadcast) Documentaries Feature Stories
+5
Skills
Business Finance Current Affairs
+8
Portfolio

Dr Holly Andrews looks at the common temptation to think fast and examines the benefits of slow thinking in the workplace.

05 Sep 2024  |  Personnel Today
Dr Holly Andrews explores the advantages of slow thinking in the workplace. The Labour government plans to remove the qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims, and a new code of practice for dismissing and re-engaging employees is introduced. Acas encourages employers to allow staff time off for the Olympic Games. Carers UK advocates for caring to be a protected characteristic due to discrimination against unpaid carers. A care assistant wins an unfair dismissal claim at the Edinburgh Employment Tribunal. Microsoft prioritizes security, linking it to employee performance reviews and compensation. Changes to the Skilled Worker Visa present challenges, but the former intra-company transfer route may offer a solution. The repeal of the Strikes Act 2023 receives widespread support from unions.

Thailand's new wave of food tech entrepreneurs

10 Feb 2023  |  www.bbc.com
During the APEC gathering in Thailand, innovative Thai dishes featuring unconventional ingredients like insects and fermented foodstuffs were showcased, reflecting the country's ambition to become a South East Asian food tech hub. Thailand's year-round agricultural season, vibrant agrifood sector, and focus on the bio-circular green economy position it as a potential leader in future food technologies. Santi Abakaz, CEO of Tastebud Lab, highlighted Thailand's suitability for developing alternative proteins. Eran Gronich, CEO of Israeli company Flying Spark, is leveraging Thailand's expertise in using insects in cuisine to produce a protein powder from fruit fly larvae, which can be used in various food products. This aligns with Thailand's goal to be the 'kitchen of the world' and its capacity for scaling up food tech innovations.

Helping to power Mongolia's future

10 Feb 2023  |  www.bbc.com
The article discusses the challenges of renewable energy's unpredictability due to the intermittent nature of sources like the sun and wind. It highlights the use of NAS batteries as a solution for storing energy when production exceeds demand, which can then be used during power outages or when generation is low. NAS batteries, which use sodium and sulphur electrodes, are capable of delivering high-power output over extended periods. The article mentions an installation in Japan that can power 30,000 households for a day. Additionally, it covers the Mongolian government's initiative to expand renewable energy through the Upscaling Renewable Energy Sector Project, which includes the nation's first solar power generation facility with a battery storage system.

Beyond mountain summits to the stars

10 Feb 2023  |  www.bbc.com
The article discusses the experiences and achievements of a Saudi Arabian woman mountaineer, who faced extreme challenges while climbing Denali and Everest. Despite being stuck in harsh conditions on Denali and not reaching the summit initially, she returned three years later to conquer it. Her determination began in childhood when she convinced her father to let her hike Kilimanjaro. Training in Dubai, she prepared for her climbs with intense dedication. The mountaineer credits her family's support for her success and is working on a book to thank them. She has become a role model in Saudi Arabia, promoting women's sports and climbing, and has a growing presence as a public speaker, addressing diverse audiences internationally about her journey and achievements.

Taiwan's economy is rapidly transforming. Already famous as the home of well-known IT brands including Acer, Asus, and Foxconn, Taiwan is refocusing on the next generation of innovative solutions.

Navigating a city can be a real challenge for people with mobility issues, but thanks to Yuriko Oda, the founder of WheeLog!, an interactive map with accessibility information, users can plan their trips with greater confidence and fully enjoy their lives

×

Richard's confirmed information

Phone number
Verified Aug 2023
Joined
Feb 2023

Log in