Antonia Vlad

Music journalist & freelance assistant producer

About Me

(Reporting on the local elections in May 2026)

Hey there! I’m an NCTJ-trained multimedia journalist based in London, and I specialise in art and culture writing. I studied at News Associates on the part-time course, achieving a Gold Standard (first) in my diploma

Music journalism is my niche, driven by my admiration for creative expression and the way music allows me to connect with people from all walks of life.

I have a strong understanding of media law and ethics, including the Editors’ Code of Practice (IPSO) and Ofcom Broadcasting Code, alongside experience in public affairs, social media, video editing and SEO. I scored a whopping 93% in my media law exam.

Most weekends, I work as a freelance assistant producer at LBC, contributing to shows in a live newsroom, while also regularly reporting for my local newspaper, the Waltham Forest Echo.

I also hold an NUJ press card, enabling me to seek media access and accreditation for events.

My features

The Music Mag • 21st June 2026

Interview with Noir Addiction's EP ‘How She’s Got It’

The Italy-based rock band spoke to me about their EP single that will be included in the release of their debut album, 'Pretty Things Don't Last'.

Shorthand • 19th May 2026

The witching hour of Gen Z: exploring the renaissance of English folklore and Paganism

The most liberal generation our history has ever witnessed is at the forefront of reviving traditional folklore rituals observed by their ancestors, in a rebellion that’s deeply rooted in anti-establishment sentiment.

South West Londoner • 27th April 2026

Ashley Campbell’s country music journey in the UK

Country icon Glen Campbell's daughter, Ashley Campbell, has stepped out of the place she once called home and found her own voice in London.

The Music Mag • 25th March 2026

Teenage Dirtbags: A Brief History of the MTV2 Generation| A Review of Jon Sheasby’s Music Novel — The Music Mag

Referring to the MTV Movie & TV Awards as the “pop culture equivalent of the beauty pageant”, Sheasby said that MTV2 was the place to see it all.

Lossi 36 • 22nd March 2026

“The Art of Making a Forgotten Cup of Tea” by Faizah Muhammad: A metaphor reflecting the struggles of communism - Lossi 36

Romanian-born author and filmmaker Faizah Muhammad encapsulates a monumental event that shaped the course of history in her new book.

Radio X • 5th February 2026

Embrace's Avalanche album, release date, tracklisting and Road To Nowhere single

The Yorkshire quintet are set to release their ninth studio album, Avalanche, on 12th June via Cooking Vinyl and celebrate their third decade together by headlining UK shows later this year.

Radio X • 20th November 2025

Six artists that Radiohead inspired

As Radiohead prepare to take to the stage again for the first time in seven years, we take a look at some of the bands and artists they inspired.

South West Londoner • 29th June 2026

'Vinyl revival' led by Gen Z

A collection suggests a sustained commitment to physical media, and this is the exact trend that the digitally-led generation are bringing back.

Radio X • 31st October 2025

This Charming Man: 10 things you didn’t know about The Smiths' classic single

The classic indie floorfiller was issued on Halloween 1983 - which was also Johnny Marr's 20th birthday! Radio X looks at the making of this landmark single.

My articles

South West Londoner • 8th July 2026

Thousands of 'pandemic pets' at risk as owners struggle with rising costs

Pets that were bought for companionship during the Covid-19 lockdown are now being surrendered or abandoned as owners struggle with rising living costs, according to new figures.

Waltham Forest Echo • 29th June 2026

‘Fix the system not the student’: A Chingford teen’s fight to champion neurodivergent pupils

Courtney Pemble made the decision to drop out of school when she was 15 due to severe mental health struggles – since then she’s started a campaign calling for better support for neurodivergent pupils.

South West Londoner • 19th June 2026

Creative education declines across London’s poorest boroughs | South West Londoner

Access to creative education and extracurricular activities has significantly declined over the past decade in some of London’s poorest boroughs, new data reveals.

North East Londoner • 9th May 2026

Local Elections 2026: Waltham Forest results

It was a historic win in Waltham Forest for the Greens as they ended Labour’s 16-year rule of the borough despite having previously had no seats.

The Reviews Hub • 3rd April 2026

Paco Peña Flamenco Dance Company: Solera – Sadler’s Wells, London

This contemporary flamenco performance is an exuberant display that exemplifies passion personified.

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WM College • 14th April 2026

How a creative writing course at WM College helped Antonia launch a journalism career

We spoke to former creative writing learner Antonia to talk about her experience on our creative writing course, how it transformed her confidence, and how it opened doors into the world of journalism.

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