Professional Career

Sports Content Writer & Editor

iGaming
Sep 2015 - Present (10 yrs 3 mos)

As a content writer for over a decade, I have become a subject matter expert in sports content, with a particular specialisation in football. I have authored thousands of articles and long-form blog posts, consistently working autonomously and with a close-knit team to deliver high-quality content that engages an audience.

Currently, I have ownership of the content strategy for the predictions section of a popular betting site. My responsibilities cover the sports betting predictions content lifecycle for this key project: I independently plan the content calendar, write and edit all material, and publish directly to WordPress, demonstrating complete end-to-end project oversight.

  • I collaborate with, edit, and publish exclusive articles from high-profile sports personalities, demonstrating journalistic and feature-writing skills.

I am the sole author for all articles featured on the predictions page here: bestbettingsites.com/uk/predictions/.

This role requires a unique blend of skills:

  • Deep sports and statistical analysis
  • In-depth knowledge of betting markets
  • Journalistic and feature-writing skills
  • On-page SEO and content strategy
  • Market and keyword research
  • Formulating data-driven predictions under tight deadlines

Passionate about the future of digital media, I am proactively exploring and implementing AI-driven automation solutions to enhance content creation workflows, increase efficiency, and stay at the forefront of the industry.

Digital Entrepreneur / Founder

pics2vids/whatchan.co.uk
Sep 2014 - Present (11 yrs 2 mos)

Launched two distinct online businesses from my remote office in Bulgaria.

  • Pics2Vids.co.uk: A commercial service creating bespoke video montages from client photos.
  • Whatchan.co.uk: A user-friendly resource for football fans providing a clear guide to which TV channels are broadcasting matches.

Learning And Development Specialist

BT Group
Sep 2001 - Jan 2014 (12 yrs 5 mos)

Entrusted with enhancing workforce capability across the UK. I was a subject matter expert for the national broadband rollout and led international training assignments in India.

  • Managed the full training lifecycle, from needs analysis to delivery.
  • Guided hundreds of employees through large-scale change management.
  • Pioneered the company's digital learning transformation as an instructional designer.

Multi-skilled Customer Advisor

BT Group
Sep 1996 - Sep 2001 (5 yrs 1 mo)

Served as a versatile advisor across key services, including Directory Enquiries (DQ) and the technical faults line (151).

  • Entrusted with the critical responsibility of a 999 Call Handler.
  • Selected for the 'Aspiring Manager' programme for the top 1% of performers.

Book sales Supervisor & Main Stage Bingo Caller

Gala Bingo Clubs
Jan 1993 - Jul 1994 (1 yr 7 mos)
  • Promoted to Supervisor of the booksales department, leading a team and managing operations.
  • Frequently performed as a main stage bingo caller, developing strong public speaking skills.

Weapon's Engineer Mechanic

Royal Navy
Nov 1991 - Nov 1992 (1 yr 1 mo)
  • Specialist role focused on the maintenance and operation of sophisticated electro-mechanical weapon systems.
  • Received an honorable medical discharge after one year of dedicated service.

Music Ventures

The Village Rejects

Band Manager & Lyricist (Jan 2025 - Present)

As the founder, lyricist, and manager, I guide the core creative vision of this musical project.

"A musical collective centered on one songwriter's vision and powered by rotating guests... Their evolving sound honors blues and rock while forging bold new territory."
  • I write the foundational lyrics and manage the "rotating guests" model.
  • I oversee all project management, from songwriting to mastering and distribution.

XL Promotions

Founder, Owner & Events Promoter (Feb 1994 - Aug 1996)

I founded and managed an independent record store and music promotions company, also catering to the Happy Hardcore genre.

  • Scaled the operation from a home setup to a commercial retail premises.
  • As an events promoter, I booked notable artists like DJ Brisk and MC Storm.
  • My music production work led to a recording opportunity with the dance label Go Mental Records.

Published Works

The Echo of the Static book cover

The Echo of the Static: The Entire Four Episodes

Published: 31 Aug 2025 | ISBN: 979-8263113377
"What if the Big Bang wasn't the beginning? What if it was the end of a war? ...For Dr Aris Thorne, a reclusive astronomer... the universe is a place of comforting, absolute certainty. Until one night... the static blinks."
The Lennykins Chronicles book cover

The Lennykins Chronicles: The Foxwood Mystery

Published: 4 Oct 2025 | ISBN: 979-8268414783
"HER WILL WAS HER DEATH WARRANT. In the sleepy village of Foxwood, Mabel Harper is a beloved figure... When she is found dead... her closest friends see a crime scene. A controversial will - leaving a fortune to her cats... sets the stage for a deadly puzzle."

E-Learning, AI & Gamification

Instructional Design & AI Development

Creating Modern Learning Solutions

Drawing on over a decade of experience in instructional design and a passion for technology, Adrian leverages modern tools, including AI, to produce engaging, interactive e-learning solutions, functional websites (like this one), and even fun games to enhance learning.

"Passionate about building interactive, hands-on learning experiences from the ground up, a skill he continues to hone through personal development projects."

Explore these comprehensive, user-friendly educational tools built from scratch:

  • Free Bulgarian Language Course: A complete 60-day online program built to guide beginners to conversational fluency.
  • Introduction to Python Course: A practical, hands-on course covering the fundamentals of a globally in-demand programming language.
  • Interactive Learning Games: A complete business simulation game built to make learning fundamentals engaging.