Ivy Lahon
About Ivy Lahon
Ivy Lahon serves as the Head of Creative Content and Stories at Save the Children UK, where she leads a team to create multimedia content for global campaigns. With 18 years of experience in commissioning creative content for NGOs and editorial titles, she specializes in innovative humanitarian storytelling.
Current Role at Save the Children
Ivy Lahon serves as the Head of Creative Content and Stories at Save the Children UK. In this role, she leads a team of staff and freelance creatives to produce multimedia content for global campaigns. Her focus is on telling authentic stories that inspire action and implement change. She has been in this position since 2020, contributing to the organization's mission through innovative storytelling.
Previous Experience in Creative Content
Before her current role, Ivy Lahon held various positions at Save the Children UK, including Managing Picture Editor, Creative Lead, and Head of Stories. Her tenure at Save the Children spans multiple years, with significant contributions to the organization's visual storytelling. Additionally, she worked as Associate Picture Editor at The Independent for ten years, where she honed her skills in commissioning creative content.
Experience at Amnesty International
Ivy Lahon worked as a Freelance Picture Editor at Amnesty International from 2009 to 2011. During her time in London, she contributed to the organization by managing visual content that supported its campaigns. This experience added to her extensive background in creative content for non-governmental organizations.
Educational Background
Ivy Lahon studied at the University of the Arts London, where she earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Documentary Photography and Photojournalism from 2008 to 2010. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Philosophy from Cardiff University, completed from 1998 to 2001. Her academic background supports her expertise in storytelling and visual communication.
Specialization in Humanitarian Storytelling
Ivy Lahon specializes in innovative humanitarian storytelling. With 18 years of experience in commissioning award-winning creative content for NGOs and editorial titles, she focuses on creating impactful narratives that resonate with audiences. Her work aims to inspire action and promote social change through authentic storytelling.