about tejas kotecha

About Tejas Kotecha

I was born in Bolton in Greater Mancherster in 1982!

I knew early on in my childhood I was nowhere near good enough to be a footballer so the next best thing was to write about it, and that’s why the only career I ever considered was journalism. I studied Journalism at Sheffield University and also did a Masters in Politics before moving to London at the age of 23 to start my career as a Graduate Trainee in Sky News.

About me

In my career at Sky lasting almost 20 years, I have worked across various roles in Sky News, and Sky Sports News. These include producing bulletins, field producing ‘on the road’, working on the newsdesk, planning coverage, on Sky Sports’ digital coverage and also on the special projects team booking high profile guests and making documentaries. One of those – Football’s Hidden Talent – was shortlisted at the Asian Media Awards.
 
For the last four years at Sky Sports News, I was a representative on Sky Sports’ Ethnicity and Inclusion Network representing the ethnic minority community and working with leadership to change and improve the diversity, culture and inclusion.
 
I also occasionally work as a wedding toastmaster at Asian weddings, and really enjoy theatre, trying new vegetarian restaurants, meeting friends locally, attending conferences and networking where I can.
 
My experience in communications comes in many forms from working with colleagues and on screen reporters and presenters. I quickly learned the importance of great communication while at Sky. Not only can help you be better at your job but it can open doors, help career progression, create better relationships, become more trusted and make friends.
 
I make all my workshops fun, engaging, practical and based on my own experiences. Nothing makes me happier than helping people and I enjoy staying in touch with those I’ve worked with.
 
I am married and have always lived in West London enjoying the mix of coffee shops, parks, and finding fun and interesting things to do.I am a Tottenham fan (I put that at the end so you wouldn’t stop reading earlier) and also enjoy reading books on politics and sports autobiographies.
 
I hope we’ll get a chance to work together….