Sophie Nye
About Sophie Nye
Sophie Nye is a Research Associate at Ofcom, with a background in consumer research and marketing strategy, particularly in social media. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Master's in Social Science of the Internet from the University of Oxford.
Current Role at Ofcom
Sophie Nye has been serving as a Research Associate at Ofcom since 2022. In this role, she focuses on conducting research and analysis related to communications and media regulation in the United Kingdom. Her work contributes to Ofcom's mission to ensure that consumers and citizens benefit from a diverse range of communication services.
Previous Experience at Flamingo
Prior to her current position, Sophie Nye worked at Flamingo as a Strategist from 2018 to 2021. During her three years there, she specialized in consumer research and marketing strategy, particularly within the social media sector. She also completed a brief internship at Flamingo in 2017, which provided her with foundational experience in the industry.
Education and Qualifications
Sophie Nye studied at the University of Oxford, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from 2014 to 2017. She furthered her education at the Oxford Internet Institute, obtaining a Master of Science in Social Science of the Internet from 2021 to 2022. Her academic background supports her research interests, particularly in online political participation.
Teaching and Mentoring Experience
Sophie has experience in educational roles, having worked as a Teaching Assistant at VolunTeach Peru for one month in 2016. She also served as a Mentor at ReachOut UK from 2018 to 2021, where she supported young people in their personal development. These roles reflect her commitment to education and mentorship.
Early Career and Part-Time Roles
Before her roles in research and strategy, Sophie Nye worked part-time as a Waitress at The Baraka Catering Company Limited in Lima Province, Peru, from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she worked as a Telephone Caller at Jesus College Oxford for one month in 2015. These early experiences contributed to her professional development.