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ZOE CROWTHER

Online portfolio: zoecrowther.journoportfolio.com/ Recent graduate seeking to advance a career in journalism. Confident, creative and motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills and an excellent aptitude for writing, editing, research and analysis.

EDUCATION 2018 - 2020 MA History with Merit at University of . Graduated February 2020. 2015 - 2018 BA History with First Class Honours at Newcastle University. 2014 - 2015 A-A-B A-Levels in Economics, Mathematics and History at Nottingham Girls’ High School. 2013 - 2014 A in English Literature AS-level. 2008 - 2013 7A*s 3As GCSEs at Nottingham Girls’ High School.

SKILLS • Writing and editing • Social media strategy • Market research • Multimedia reporting • Design & presentation • Microsoft Office • Interviewing & public • Academic research • Word Press / Ghost speaking • Marketing • Database management

EMPLOYMENT Sept 2020 – Current Editorial Development Assistant, News Associates, London • Marketing and website content, including market research, creative writing and SEO • Social media strategy and content across all affiliated platforms • Administrative and pastoral support

Dec 2019 – Aug 2020 School Support Administrator, Law School, Nottingham Trent University • Head of social media strategy and content creation. • Administrator and receptionist – requiring exceptional time management and organisational skills.

June 2015 – Aug 2018 Design & Marketing Assistant, Bug Art, Nottingham cards publisher Assisted with Photoshop design of greetings cards, as well as creating marketing content for social media.

INTERNSHIPS May 2019 – Sept 2019 Reporter, Bristol 24/7, local news and culture magazine Part-time voluntary contributor to a range of sections. Adapted writing style for culture and lifestyle pieces, and conducted independent journalistic research.

May 2019 Reporter, Daily Mirror and , national and local newspapers Carried out work experience in the Bristol Post newsroom and attended Bristol Crown Court with the court reporter. Wrote the top story of the week, which was then reproduced on the Daily Mirror website and picked up by multiple other national publications. This story reached 95,976 page views in the few weeks following its publication. Adapted writing to suit house style, and wrote local news, events listings and weather reports.

June 2017 – August 2017 Intern, Bertrand Russell Peace Foundation, international peace foundation Responsible for proof-reading and editing academic journals, as well as administrative duties.

August 2017 Intern, Inpress, Newcastle sales & marketing agency for publishers Gained knowledge of the publishing industry. Duties included review writing and pamphlet design. twitter.com/zoenora6 www.linkedin.com/in/zo%C3%AB-crowther-790709162 [email protected] 07503375178

July 2013 Intern, Nursing Times, national nursing career magazine Gained experience in writing for a vocational website, database handling and social media strategy.

VOLUNTARY ROLES Sept 2018 – Sept 2019 Student Representative, Alongside postgraduate degree, carried out surveys and focus groups to identify student feedback on academic and pastoral matters. Followed up by developing solutions with peers and staff to improve student experience.

June 2018 – May 2019 News Editor & Correspondent, Bristol University’s award-winning student newspaper - epigram.org.uk/author/zoe-crowther/ Achievements: • ‘Best Journalist’ at Epigram Awards 2019. Responsibilities: • Author with highest article engagement. • Writing and editing online & print content. • Most prolific writer: 50 articles published. • Co-hosting one of Epigram’s radio shows. • 4/12 of Epigram’s front page stories. • Conducting interviews public figures. • Interviewed by BBC Points West • Developing multimedia skills

Sept 2017 – August 2018 News Editor, The Courier News editor at Newcastle University’s student paper: www.thecourieronline.co.uk/author/zoe-crowther/ Developed writing, editing & interviewing skills, as well as gaining experience with CMS and InDesign.

Aug 2018 – Sept 2018 Volunteer, Globalteer, international charitable organisation Taught English, Maths and Music to underprivileged children at an after-school centre in Cusco, Peru.

Sept 2016 – August 2018 Student Ambassador, Representative and Mentor, Newcastle University 2016-2018 Representative Coordinated course reps, organised and chaired campaign meetings. 2018 Ambassador Developed public speaking skills by delivering speeches, Q&As and tours. 2016-2017 Peer mentor Provided educational assistance and pastoral care to first-year students.

Sept 2012 – Mar 2015 Young Leader, Girl-Guiding UK, devised and led educational activities.

PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT June 2018 – Sept 2018 Waitress, Curious Manor, Nottingham city centre bar & restaurant. Sept 2016 – Dec 2016 Bartender, Mr Lynch, Newcastle student cocktail bar. July 2016 – Sept 2016 Bartender, Bell Inn , historic Nottingham pub & venue.

AWARDS & QUALIFICATIONS 2019 ‘Best Journalist’ Award for Epigram 2014 Gold Senior Mathematical Challenge (UK 2015 Young Leader at Girl-Guiding UK Mathematics Trust) 2015 Grade 8 Piano (ABRSM) 2014 Grade 8 Drama (Trinity College) 2014 Young Enterprise Award 2013 Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award

INTERESTS Current affairs Have conducted research on domestic and international politics, as well as developing my interests through voluntary and internship positions. Society & education Dedicated leader, mentor and rep at school and university, having worked with young adults of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

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