Today Digital
Today Digital has come a long way in the last few years, expanding into new industries, and building incredible relationships with both our readers, and the world’s tech leaders.
However, we never would have gotten this far without our incredible team. That’s why we wanted to give you a chance to get to know them, with our “Meet the Team” series.
These articles are your opportunity to discover exactly what makes our most valuable asset (our people), so special.
Whether you’re thinking of working with us on your next marketing project, or you’re dreaming of a career with Today Digital, these guides will tell you everything you need to know.
Today, we’re handing the spotlight to Rory Greener, our technology journalist for XR Today.
Meet Rory: Quick-Fire Personality Insights
Q: Who’s your favorite musician?
A: Benjamin Zephaniah – a truly inspirational voice.
Q: Outside of work, what are your talents and interests?
A: I am a hopeless creative. I love immersing myself in artistic spaces and events.
Q: What’s your favorite food?
A: An extra-spicy beef & potato vindaloo, coconut rice, keema naan, and a prawn puree.
Q: Where’s your number one vacation destination?
A: The North of England. Friendly faces, beautiful landscapes, and the best city in England (Newcastle).
Q: Do you have any pets? Tell us about them?
A: Currently, I have Max, my cat of many years. Plus, I can’t forget Buster and Tommy, who are sadly no longer with me.
Q: What’s your favorite TV show or movie?
A: My favorite film is “Pictures from a Revolution” – it’s an amazing piece of non-fiction storytelling. My go-to TV show is “My Name is Earl” – a true classic that ended far too soon.
Q: Who’s your role model?
A: I can’t really pick just one. All of my friends and family members inspire me, and have helped me grow more than any celebrity icon.
Q: Tell us something unusual about yourself
A: I’m an ace Stylophone player
Q: If you were a super hero what would your superpower be?
A: I’d have an Iron Man suit to help me carry my Tesco shopping home
Behind the Scenes with Rory Greener
Q: What’s your role at Today Digital, and what is a day at work like for you?
A: I’m a technology journalist for XR Today, and I’ve worked with Today Digital for around three and a half years now. Even before that, though, I was passionate about the extended reality space. From inside of the sector, I’ve followed the evolution of XR, from Oculus to Meta, and beyond.
Working at the heart of the XR Today team, my day usually involves keeping up with the latest extended reality news, and entrenching myself among the growing members of the XR community. Those people are always so inviting, inspiring, and eager to share knowledge to help drive the growth of the sector on a massive scale.
Q: What are your personal goals, and has working with Today Digital helped you to make any progress towards them?
A: Like many of my team members, I have a lot of passions and ambitions outside of work, from artistic endeavors to fitness-focused targets and a love of social experiences. I love trying new things, and connecting with others, and Today Digital has given me the freedom I need to pursue what I love when I’m not focusing on my career.
The four-day work week, and the flexibility of Today Digital means I can balance my personal and professional goals to become the best version of myself.
Q: Tell us about the most memorable project you’ve been involved with while working at Today Digital so far.
A: Covering the NVIDIA GTC event was probably the most interesting project I’ve been involved with at XR Today. The NVIDIA press team very kindly invited me to San Jose, where I got to witness a truly awe-inspiring show. Plus, I had a great opportunity to meet with new and familiar faces at the event, giving me deeper insights into how the industry was evolving.
I also had a day to myself before the event, so I had plenty of time to explore San Jose, Burbank neighborhood, and various parts of the city. I have to say, the trip gave me a real appreciation for the history and culture of the area.
Q: What have been some of your biggest professional achievements so far?
A: Over the past ten years, I’ve grown a lot as a person, from an educational, professional, and personal perspective. The main thing I’ve learned during this time is that the only way to really achieve anything is to go out of your way to achieve your goals.
Opportunities aren’t handed to us, and if you don’t ask you don’t get. I’m really lucky to say that in Today Digital, I can really follow this ethos. I have a professional environment that actively encourages autonomy, ambition, and growth.
Q: Is there anything else you’d like to tell us about you?
A: I’m a really experience-driven person. I love meeting new people and leaving my comfort zone behind – something I’ve been able to do regularly with Today Digital. My curious nature, and the environment I’ve been exposed to in this workplace has really helped me to grow massively over the years. I encourage everyone to take the same approach.
Don’t be afraid to find new things and explore. Your life, and career will be a lot more interesting if you do.
