Craig Hamilton

Craig Hamilton is currently working as a Data Careers Development Specialist at Ofcom, the communications regulator in the United Kingdom.12 In this role, he operates under the Data Culture pillar of Ofcom's wider Data Strategy, focusing on defining data skill sets, capabilities, and career pathways across various roles in the data profession.1 He also collaborates with Ofcom's Learning & Development functions to identify, curate, and source appropriate development solutions.1

Prior to joining Ofcom, Craig's professional experience includes:

1. Data Coach at Multiverse for 2 years, where he led interactive learning sessions on software and languages such as SQL, Python, Excel, and Power Query/BI.1

2. Research Fellow at the Birmingham Centre for Media and Cultural Research at Birmingham City University.1

3. Over 20 years of experience working in the business of popular music, including roles in music retail, the live sector, digital distribution, and label management.1

Craig's academic background includes:

• PhD in Popular Music Studies from Birmingham City University (2018)1
• MA in Music Industries from Birmingham City University (2013)1
• BA in English Literature & Media and Cultural Studies from Middlesex University (1995)1

Outside of his professional life, Craig lives in Birmingham, England, with his family. His personal interests include collecting records, following Aston Villa football club, coaching kids' football, and developing skills related to data science.1

Craig started his position at Ofcom in January 2024, as indicated by a blog post on his personal website.3