" I’m good at working in groups"
1.
Perform in shows with casts of 50 people
2.
I have created many media pieces in small groups
3. I can pitch ideas to
groups in lessons
"I’m creative"
1.
I have a portfolio of work I have done
2.
I’m a self taught artist
3.
I’ve taken many creativity based courses
" I’m proficient at using ICT"
1.
I’m good with programs such as Premiere Pro and Photoshop
2.
I’m confident working on different devices
3.
I run several social media accounts for small businesses
Task 2:
I am currently studying A Level English Literature and BTEC
level 3 Film and TV at Sixth Form. To get into my chosen college I would need
240 UCAS points, which is equivalent to C/B and Merit grades. I do not
currently have a full time job but have worked Part-Time as a party entertainer
and Photographer.
Task 3:
1.
Costume Design- Freelance,
but could be possibly permanent if it’s with a particular company. Would
involve pitching ideas and researching heavily, creating mock ups and designs
and assisting with creating the pieces. Experience needed depends on the scale
of production.
2.
Storyboard Artist- Would
involve looking at the script and working out how scenes would looks on screen,
would probably need a form of creative degree. Likely a member of staff if it’s
for one company or show.
3.
Theatre Design- Involves
measuring out stages and areas to see what will fit, working out what backdrops
or props are needed and how they should. Would probably need a degree in Design
and would work freelance.
Task 4:
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National Press* National
Press refers to Newspapers that cover a large range of topics, but are sold in
a particular area. They would likely include job adverts with companies
advertising themselves.
·
Trade Press* Trade Press
refers to newspapers or magazines that cover a particular area or field. For
example, art magazines. These will likely have people advertsing their
recruitment.
·
Internet* (for
recruitment) Many companies have their own websites and social media accounts
and may often post about upcoming recruitments there, websites may also have a
way for people to apply.
·
Trade Fairs* Trade fairs
are exhibitions created so that companies can show of their latest products. It
is possible for people to get more information about the companies they want to
apply for.
·
·
Word of Mouth: This just
refers to anything spoken. It can be that you heard about a job opportunity from
someone or if you mention that you’re searching and somebody happens to know of
a place.
·
Personal Contacts &
Networking: If you know someone that works for a company, it’s possible that
they would be able to get you an interview by recommending you to people higher
up. You’d also likely hear about job opportunities
if you’re connected to people in your trade.
·
Internal Promotion: If you
work a smaller job, such as an intern or runner, it’s possible for you to be
promoted to a higher position if your employees believe you’re capable of doing
it or if they
need extra people working on something.
Task 5:
Xene Morrison
Xenemorrison@gmail.com
Key Skills
·
Proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office,
including Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
·
Excellent communication skills, both written and
verbal
·
Large amount of experience working in groups
Employment History
Party Entertainer,
Just Kids Parties
(April 2014 –2016)
Achievements
and responsibilities:
Planning
transport and Travel to locations
Organising
Payment and Bank accounts
Working in
partners to run a party
Education
Benjamin Britten High School
(September 2012 – June 2014)
GCSE
·
English – B
·
Mathematics – C
East Norfolk
(September 2014 – June 2016)
A Level in
English Literature, Btec in Film and TV
Hobbies
& Interests
I am
involved in several amateur Dramatics groups where I both perform onstage and
work offstage, which has allowed me to become very confident working with other
people.
References
References
are available upon request.
Task 6:
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Portfolio/e-portfolio: A portfolio is a collection of all the work you’ve
made that is relevant to what you’re applying for. For example, if you want to
apply for work in the art industry it would likely contain drawings or photos
of sculptures. I have used portfolios in applications to universities. An
E-Portfolio is similar, but it is online which is better for work such as
videos.
·
Showreel: A showreel is a
short video of the applicants work. This is usually for people applying for
acting roles, as they can broadcast their previous acting jobs.
·
Personal website: If you
create a personal website it’s fully yours to edit, so you can upload any work
on there. Also, being able to code for a website would lend you extra skills if
applying to a relevant job.
Task 7:
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Interviewing skills: Asking
and answering questions well, dressing appropriately, being polite
·
Presentation skills: Appearing
confident, knowing a lot about the topic, being able to answer queries,
·
Self‐presentation
o
linguistic codes: Speaking
clearly, not mumbling, not being inappropriate i.e. no swearing
o
dress codes: Right level
of formality, clean, shoes you can walk in,
o
interpersonal skills: Hand
shakes, eye contact, good posture
Task 8:
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Training on the job & continuing professional development: Training
that takes place in a working environment. It can involve first hand experience
or observing other workers.
·
Self‐training: When someone teaches themselves a skill without the
intervention of someone higher.
·
Sources of information
o
Trade unions: An organisation of people within a certain trade created
to protect their rights.
o
Sector Skills Councils: An organisation that is employer led which
helps support employees
o Careers services: Is a service
within an educational environment where people can help students and staff
further their careers.
Task 9:
