Melissa Dyson 21 Granby View Headingley Leeds LS6 3AT Tel No: 07794696780 Email: M.Dyson2992@student.leedsmet.ac.

uk I am a pleasant, hard-working undergraduate studying Journalism at Leeds Metropolitan University. I am currently looking for work within the print journalism industry so as to increase my knowledge and skills in an area that I am passionate about.

Key Skills
Writing: I love writing; whether it is a short article or an extensive opinion feature on a specific subject. I have also had many articles published on my Universitys newspapers website particularly music reviews. My specific writing areas include music, sport, news and travel. Technical: My degree has enabled me to enhance my technical skills. I have developed an online blog and designed websites on Wordpress. I have also learnt to edit radio and TV packages using Final Cut Pro. I have a good working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Teamwork: Teamwork plays an essential part within my part time job and my degree. I regularly partake in group work whilst at University; most notably for group presentations where each person has to play a significant role. However I also can show leadership skills, for example by delegating different roles within my group. In my job in a large caf we have to work as a team to ensure that everything runs efficiently and the customers are happy. Communication: Communicating is an integral part of my degree and something I have excelled at during my time at University. Seminar work plays a big role in my learning schedule; this can include working out case studies in groups then presenting back to the class and PowerPoint.

Education
Currently studying: BA (Hons) Journalism Leeds Metropolitan University (2010-June 2013) Studying journalism at Leeds Metropolitan. The course runs closely with the NCTJ syllabus and I have gained experience in a wide spectrum of necessary journalistic skills. Editing video using Final Cut Pro Practising shorthand Designing magazines using InDesign Media law and UK government study Interviewing and vox pops Writing online content using Wordpress Print journalism pieces Presenting for news reports Attending press conferences and court Creating and editing radio packages

Already gained: Sheffield City College (2008-2010): Three A Levels Environmental Science (B), History (C), Media Studies (B).

Yewlands School Technology College (2003-2008): 9 GCSES including Separate Sciences (B,B,B), English Literature (C), English Language (C), Maths (C), Graphic Design (A), Media Studies (B), Religious Education (B)

Work Experience
National Asian Wedding Magazine Journalist 2013-Present Writing copy as and when required by the editor. Ponds Forge International Sports Centre (Food Etc. Caf) Food and Beverage Assistant 2010-Present Working part-time serving drinks and food to customers. Operating a cash register independently. Providing excellent customer service. Working as part of a team. Sheffield Wednesday FC Steward 2009-2010 Working part-time ensuring spectators are in a safe environment. Dealing with many different kinds of people. Giving help and advice to people.

Interests
I have a vast range of interests which I in particularly enjoy writing about. These include going to gigs and festivals, eating out and cooking, travelling and football. I also take a keen interest in politics and current affairs.

Referees
Sean Dodson Senior Lecturer of Journalism Faculty of Business and Law Room 421 Rose Bowl, City Campus S.Dodson@leedsmet.ac.uk 07972180931 Mark Matthews - Supervisor Food Etc. Ponds Forge International Sports Centre Sheffield S1 2BP 0114 2233400