I have done 4 weeks at Now Magazine Online, learning to operate the CMS uploading system. Following this I did 2 weeks work experience with Bliss Magazine in the fashion and beauty department.

Shortly before starting the course I worked for lifestyle magazine Leeds Guide for 4 weeks, and have done another 2 week placement here recently. During my time there I was given the opportunity to contribute to Plush Magazine and have continued to do a number of freelance pieces for both publications.

I have also done a variety of lifestyle pieces for Manchester magazine and online publication Large and charity Aim Higher. While working for Aim Higher I represented the company during London fashion week at the FAD annual fashion show and reported on the event.

I now work on NLNMore where I and 2 other students write and edit the magazine supplement to North Leeds News entitled MORE. I also do occasional pieces for the paper itself.

Operating CMS, Quark, shorthand (50wpm), Photoshop (basic level), excellent written skills. I particularly enjoy interviewing and have built up a lot of experience in this area during work placements.

 

I have a passion for both conceptual and illustrative art and enjoy visiting galleries and exhibitions. As well as news and feature writing I enjoy creative writing in my spare time. My degree specialised in English Literature and since graduating I have tried to maintain my enthusiasm for reading.

I have an interest in fashion, particularly vintage. In 2010 I spent six months working in vintage boutique Rags to Bitches and was responsible for promoting the brand and its dressmaking packages. In addition to this I worked for Karen Millen for five years throughout University giving me an insight into high street fashion.

I enjoy meeting new people, and have helped host a variety of Thirsty Thursday ladies networking events.

I have a interest in travelling and spent last summer exploring south-east Asia.

Full driving license.