University Dissertation - Journalism Project (Operation Spain)
University Dissertation - Journalism Project (Operation Spain)
This article is the first in a three-part series looking at why English football struggles to produce and develop creative midfielders, how it can learn from Spanish football's success over the past decade, and how it can change for the better.
This feature is the second in a three-part series looking at why English football struggles to produce and develop creative midfielders, how it can learn from Spanish football's success over the past decade, and how it can change for the better.
This feature is the third in a three-part series looking at why English football struggles to produce and develop creative midfielders, how it can learn from Spanish football's success over the past decade, and how it can change for the better.
Broadcasting Experience
Nathan Bliss attending Stoke City's press conference, reporting live from the bet365
Work Placement at Wolverhampton Wanderers (Media Team)
Wolves Under 23s were held to a 1-1 draw with Middlesbrough on a cold, wet Thursday afternoon at Compton Park in the Premier League 2.
Wolves Under 18s lose late on in the U18 Premier League, falling to a 3-1 defeat against Stoke City on Saturday morning.
Wolves Under 23's manager Scott Sellars was pleased to see his side progress to the quarter-finals of the Premier League Cup on Wednesday, after coming from behind to win on penalties against an experienced Exeter City team.
Wolves Under-18 manager Darren Ryan was proud of his team's performance in their loss to Manchester United on Tuesday, after his side were cruelly beaten by two goals in injury time. The Wolves youngsters held their own against Manchester United for long periods of the game until two late goals sealed the result for the away side.
Wolves Under 18 striker Austin Samuels believes that despite losing to Arsenal in the U18 PL Cup last Saturday, the only difference between the sides was a fast start from the opposition. By Nathan Bliss
Wolves Under 18 midfielder Terry Taylor was delighted with the 3-2 win against Manchester United on Saturday, and believes that it was all down to hard work on the training pitch. By Nathan Bliss
Wolves U23 forward Donovan Wilson has been named Premier League 2 Player of the Month for December. By Nathan Bliss
TV Packages (Self-Filmed & Edited)
Radio Presenter Experience (StaffsLive)
Podcast Appearances
West Bromwich Albion Blogger at Yahoo Sport UK
Everyone connected with West Bromwich Albion football club was left devastated on Monday when it was reported that legendary striker Cyrille Regis had died from a heart attack at the age of 59. By Nathan Bliss
If West Brom were to stand any chance of playing in the Premier League next season, they had to win at home against Huddersfield Town on Saturday, even a draw might not be enough to give them hope.
It's taken 9 Premier League games and a total of 46 days but finally, Alan Pardew has his first PL win as West Bromwich Albion Head Coach. If the Baggies were to give themselves a chance at PL survival, it was absolutely vital that they came away with three points, against a Brighton & Hove Albion side with a woeful away record. By Nathan Bliss
West Brom went into their game on Tuesday knowing that a good result could be vital in their battle for Premier League survival, as they played fellow strugglers West Ham United at The London Stadium. By Nathan Bliss
After months of poor results under former boss Tony Pulis, things were finally starting to look up for West Brom when they came away with a point at Anfield on 13th December. By Nathan Bliss
Something strange is happening this weekend, West Bromwich Albion are coming into a Premier League game having won their previous game, which has not happened since late August. Just like last time, The Baggies came off the back of a win in a domestic cup competition, winning against Accrington Stanley in the Carabao Cup. By Nathan Bliss
Editorial Internship at Squawka.com
Even by Barcelona's standards, Luis Enrique's trophy record as manager over the last three years has been exceptional, but his tenure hasn't been popular with everyone. By Nathan Bliss
Have you ever wondered how Sports Interactive obtain the data that's needed to create the Football Manager game? Nathan Bliss works for Sports Interactive (SI) as an Assistant Researcher (AR) for West Bromwich Albion, contributing towards the development of the Football Manager game series.
Every Football Manager 2017 player yearns to stumble upon a winning tactical formula that proves to be virtually impossible for opponents to stop, just as Antonio Conte has done with Chelsea out in the real world. By Nathan Bliss
With eight assists and four goals in the Premier League so far this season , West Brom's Matt Phillips has been nothing short of a revelation since singing for the Baggies in the summer. At just £5.5 million, the Scotland international has proven to be an absolute bargain.
The strength of Ligue 1 has been derided in recent years, with cash-rich PSG having won the league title four years in a row, but this season a young and ultra-offensive Monaco outfit are emerging as real challengers, capturing admiring glances from around Europe.
The central midfield area is a vital part of any great footballing side; whether you play a counter-attacking or possession-based style, the combinations in the middle will go a long way in determining your success.
Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and website building skills
Created using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign
Designed and launched a website and social media accounts, which were grown organically.
Created from scratch with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
Academic Writing
Nathan Bliss Critically examines whether passion is still a part of football. This essay achieved a mark of 85%.