Emily Biggs07506 737992

emi.i@hotmail.co.uk

Education. Southampton Solent University 2010-2013. BA(Hons) awarded: Writing Fashion and Culture: During my three year, full-time degree I have equipped myself with all skills needed to work in the fashion and media industries. Please refer to the condensed CV for the full list of acquired skills. Though primarily studying the art of writing, I am ready to work within industry fields including styl-ing, photography, design, public relations, arts and heritage, news reporting, travel journalism, media law, visual merchandising and marketing.

. Arden School and Language College 2007-2009. Four A/AS Levels awarded in: . English Literature - B . Media Studies - B . French - C . History - C (AS)

. Arden School and Language College 2002-2007. Twelve GCSEs awarded in: . English Literature - A . English Language - A . Religious Studies - A . Travel and Tourism Studies - A,A . History - A . Technical Studies - B . French - B . German - B . Mathematics - C . Science - C, C

Work History Details of previous employers are available upon request

. The Vestry Restaurant and Bar, Southampton: June 2012 - Present. Waitress/Bar/Host: Duties include primarily the liasion and care of clients, ensuring food safety, taking bookings and handling of large parties both corporate and personal, and serving drinks behind the bar when needed. I thoroughly enjoy my job and take great pride in fulfilling a duty successfully. I enjoy working within a small company, as I hold a larger responsabiity to maintain the company’s high reputation. www.thevestryrestaurantandbar.co.uk

. T.G.I Fridays, Southampton: September 2011 - April 2012. Waitress/Host: Primary duties involved the care of clients and positive maintenance of their stay. Although working as a waitress, the fast pace and often brutal atmosphere in the premises taught me a lot about large corporate companies, and the techniques involved in working within large, opposing teams. www.tgifridays.co.uk/southampton

. The Conservatory Bar, Worcester: April 2011 - September 2011. Bar Staff: This summer job enabled me to develop my hospitality skills and allowed me to complete my liquor and catering licence. Whilst working behind a bar, I enjoyed improving my stamina and working in a busy, vibrant atmosphere.

. Jeune Fille au Pair, Paris: September 2009 - September 2010 During my gap year (pre-University) I lived and worked in Paris as an Au Pair. I worked with two very different families and expe-rienced lifestyles in the suburbs (Gouvieux, Chantilly) and inner-city (Courcelles, Ligne 2). I experienced my biggest phase of growth during my time in Paris, and it enabled me to improve my French ability to fluent. I am extremely keen to further my career in France.

. Cristal Ladieswear, Solihull: September 2008 - September 2009. Sales Advisor/Personal Stylist/IT Support: During my time at this independant boutique, I worked with lines such as ‘Oui Moments’, ‘Barbour’, ‘Michael Kors’ and ‘Wolford’ and provided a personalised shopping service to clients. I also helped to create the business website and attended meetings and workshops to acquire a suitable knowledge level. www.cristalladieswear.com

Personal Attributes

. Passionate about European culture and fluent in French . Extremely high knowledge base of fashion, fashion theory and practice

. Coherent with Photoshop/Quark/InDesign/Excel . Efficient and comfortable with working to short deadlines

. A serious, professional work ethic . Professionalism and ability to liase in a confident manner . Persuasive attitude

. Understanding of journalism ethic and practice . NCTJ accredited . Good understanding of Media and Copyright Law