Updated C.V
C.V
Cormac Kelly
E-mail: omrikron@hotmail.co.uk
Mobile: 07969056378
Education and Qualifications
2009 – Present Coventry University; Journalism and Media
My time studying Journalism and Media has introduced me to many different aspects of the media including Radio, Television, Cinematography, Viral Advertising, Photography and more and I have been taught numerous theoretical studies that have allowed me to thoroughly analyse many different media platforms. The time spent on this course has also shown me the vital skills that I need to nurture if I am to succeed at becoming a journalist. Through this course I have been introduced to many different people which has given me a wide network of various contacts that will be helpful in my future projects.
2002 – 2009 St. Patrick’s Grammar School, Armagh
3 A-Levels: B in French, B in Media Studies, C in ICT
9 GCSE’s : B in French, B in English Literature, B in English Language, B in History, BB in Double Award Science, C in ICT, C in Religion, C in Maths
2008 Portadown Times
Here I was given an insight as to how a real newsroom works and the level of discipline needed to be a journalist. I was taught how to cope under pressure and how to create a good standard of work in a short space of time. This was especially beneficial to me and my future life as it is in my preferred career area.
2008 – 2009 Kearney’s Service Station
While I was employed here I learned valuable social skills when interacting with the public which will be very beneficial to me when it comes to interviewing people as a journalist. I was given responsibilities such as opening and closing the shop and ensuring that the paper count was done correctly. These responsibilities showed me how giving 100% on all tasks is vital and instilled a sense of duty to my employer that stays with me to this day.
2010 The Walsgrave Pub
Whilst here, I worked in the carvery section of the pub which, like the service station, required me to have constant interaction with the public. However since I was in another country for this job I had to make sure that the customers could understand me so I had to ensure that I properly enunciated my words. We also were working constantly and needed to be sharp all of the time as we wanted to clean the kitchen as quickly as possible. In order to do this we were constantly cleaning as we went about our other jobs. This taught me how to cope with many jobs at once, and to get them completed in a limited amount of time.
2011 CrewMembersDirect.co.uk
Whilst I was working here I began to see the real value of teamwork and how important it is to pull my weight when in those situations. I was constantly having to rely on others to fully complete my tasks and vice versa. Again I was shown the value of time management and having to cope with deadlines. As a trainee journalist these skills are be vital to me so I feel they alone validated my choice of working here.
Key Skills
I see group work as one of my strengths as I am able to connect easily with people and can make the atmosphere enjoyable for everyone. This helps everyone contribute to the work and ensures that a satisfactory standard is reached every time. I have an above average skill with computers and programs such as Microsoft Office. I can speak French to a near fluent standard due to my A-level studies at it and I feel that I have higher than average English skills.
References
Given upon request
