Siraj Datoo

About

Writer and digital editor specialising in politics, technology and business, with a particular interest in new ways of digital storytelling. Previously worked at BuzzFeed as a political reporter, where I covered Scotland's referendum on independence in 2014, the 2015 general election and the campaign for Britain to leave the European Union the following year. Launched the Student Journals, an online magazine for students around the world while at university. It was named Website of the Year at the 2013 Guardian Student Media Awards, three years after launching. Also launched the Morning Memo in 2014. Named 2014 Runner Up Digital Journalist at the Guardian Student Media Awards. Also shortlisted in 2013.