Joanna Marcher
Email:   Tel: 07890 123456
Profile
Committed and enthusiastic final year student with strong interest in engaging young people with politics and political ideas. Skilled in qualitative research, with the ability to think creatively and problem-solve gained from dissertation. A confident communicator, with marketing and engagement skills developed during work experience and extracurricular activities.
Education & qualifications
BA International Relations and Politics - University of Sheffield
x - present
Expected 2:1
  • Final year modules include Ethics of Political Leadership, Politics and the Quality of Life, and Britain in the Global Economy
  • Final year project: Research into the views of 18 - 24 year olds on activism in relation to the climate crisis. Conducted structured interviews with 10 individuals as part of qualitative research
A-levels - Newham School, Nottingham
x - x
Politics (A), Geography (A), History (B), General Studies (B)
GCSEs - Silverhill School, Nottingham
x - x
9 GCSEs grades 6 to 9, including English and Maths
Skills
Communication
  • Strong written communications skills, able to tailor for different audiences, including writing academic assignments and reports, and using engaging language to create content for social media posts in charity role
  • Delivered presentations to a variety of audiences, including presenting dissertation research findings to audience of 50 including tutors and students
  • Confident in speaking to groups, for instance teaching politics lessons to primary school classes of 30 pupils
Collaboration
  • Part of a team of 4 who designed and delivered a politics lesson at two primary schools. Used strong organisational skills to liaise with the schools and make arrangements on behalf of the team, ensuring that we met the deadline for delivering a successful lesson
  • Member of the Sheffield University Ladies Football Team, demonstrating commitment and reliability by attending weekly training sessions, playing a role in motivating and supporting other team members
Commercial awareness
  • Devised ideas for social media campaigns to raise awareness of the DePaul charity. One suggested campaign targeting local businesses in Nottingham was implemented, leading to 3 new businesses making donations and making a connection with the charity
  • Suggested ideas towards the improvement of the business in role at Frog and Whistle, such as introducing loyalty cards and developing the menu to include vegan options

Work experience
Bar Assistant - Frog and Whistle pub, Sheffield
Sept x - present
  • Balance working approximately 18 hours a week with the final year of studies
  • Liaise with 6 other staff members to ensure a smooth service, and that any gaps are covered
  • Provide good customer service in a busy, environment, balancing serving customers at the bar as well as up to 30 diners in the restaurant
Digital Marketing Volunteer - DePaul charity, Nottingham
Sept x - Feb x
  • Created content for the charity’s social media accounts, including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, increasing Instagram followers by 5%
  • Ensured posts attracted attention by designing graphics using Canva
  • Used Hootsuite to generate analytics information including website usage, and social media traffic
  • Developed monthly reports on social media analytics for senior managers, resulting in managers deciding to focus on using Instagram as a platform to attract new followers
Extracurricular experience
Member of Politics Society
Sept x - x
  • Active member of the society, attending events including external speakers
  • As a member of “The People’s Politics” programme, developed children’s interest in politics by developing and teaching a politics lesson to Year 9 pupils in a Sheffield secondary school
New South Wales Government Virtual Work Experience Programme - Forage
Feb x
  • Evaluated proposals for stocking healthy food options in school canteens and developed a project summary report with key recommendations to take forward
  • Developed and delivered a presentation to staff around health and safety, with recommended initiatives on how they can help make their workplace safer
Student Ambassador - Sheffield University Open Days
x - present
  • Welcome prospective students and families to the university, using strong communication skills to provide information and answer questions
  • Behave professionally, ensuring a good experience for those visiting
Member of Sheffield University Ladies University Football Team
x - present
  • Regular appearances for the team
  • Committed to training, setting a good example to others, and play a key role in recruiting new members each year
Hobbies & interests
  • A keen photographer, specialising in photographs of cityscapes and architecture
  • Cookery, especially trying new recipes from south-east Asia