Hannah Bernsau

NCTJ-trained Multimedia Journalist with experience in newsroom production and social-first storytelling. Having worked at RTL Group in London and completed my NCTJ Diploma at PA Media Academy, I have developed a strong foundation in end-to-end video production, field reporting, and creating content for online and offline platforms.

With a background in marketing and audience analysis, I am driven by the 'story behind the trend' and enjoy exploring a wide range of topics, from community-led features to social justice and local culture.

‘I'll kick myself in 10 years if I don’t go for it’ MasterChef finalist Antos on quitting his corporate job to pursue his dream of cooking

I step into the Cool Carrot in Highgate where Antos Tytko is busy counting how many forks his flatmate needs to bring from home – the venue is missing a few.
I'm meeting the 30-year-old north Londoner at his first solo supper club.
It is 6:15pm and guests are arriving in 15 minutes.
"I'm nervous but ready," he tells me whilst checking if the spoons are all there.
It is just a week after he quit his banking job to pu...

Wimbledon for all: Inside a north London tennis club on a mission to open up the game

My first session of the week takes me to Islington Tennis Centre, where Highgate Tennis provides volunteers for Metro Blind Sport's weekly sessions.
When I step on the courts, the volunteers are measuring the court and putting down double tape. I’m told the players use their feet to find their way around the court and sound balls to know where the ball is.
Linda tells me: “It used to be just me and a coach, but now we try and get a volunteer for every play...

Date My Mate Is PowerPoint dating the antidote to dating app fatigue?

Will IRL events fully replace dating apps? Probably not anytime soon.
Dating expert Silvia said dating apps can be a very useful tool if you don't expect too much from them.
On the other hand, she is certain that the trend will be more in-person events since that is ultimately what people crave.
She said: "People have realised that you really need to connect in person because if not, the algorithm can randomly allocate you to any...