Zara Mc Grath
About Zara Mc Grath
Zara McGrath is the Content Production and Syndication Team Lead at Web Summit, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in journalism and multimedia, having previously held various roles at Storyful, including Duty Editor and Syndication Manager.
Work at Web Summit
Zara Mc Grath has been working at Web Summit since 2018. She holds the position of Content Production and Syndication Team Lead, a role she has occupied since 2020. In her current capacity, she manages the recording and distribution of all content during live events. Additionally, she is responsible for creating original video assets for advertising purposes. Zara collaborates with videographers during live events to ensure high-quality content production, contributing to the overall success of the events hosted by Web Summit.
Education and Expertise
Zara Mc Grath studied at Dublin City University, where she earned a Master of Science in Multimedia from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, she attended Dublin Business School, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, with a focus on online media, print media, and radio, from 2010 to 2013. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in content production and syndication.
Background
Before joining Web Summit, Zara Mc Grath worked at Storyful, where she held multiple positions from 2013 to 2018. She started as a Journalist, later becoming a Duty Editor and then a Syndication Manager. During her time at Storyful, she specialized in the verification of online user-generated content, which contributed to her expertise in content management and syndication.
Achievements
Zara Mc Grath has played a significant role in the development of new products at Storyful by collaborating with in-house tech teams. She provided valuable feedback during testing phases, showcasing her ability to contribute to product innovation. Her experience in managing content during live events at Web Summit further highlights her capabilities in content production and syndication.