Short Curriculum Vitae
Marc has a wide range of experience in media and communications and is interested in any work that utilises these skills.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
December 2006 to date
FREELANCE JOURNALIST
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Writing on subjects as varied as charities, music, property and homelessness. Clients include Society Guardian, The Big Issue, VS magazine and Volunteering England.
TUTOR
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Teaches ‘An introduction to freelance journalism’ and ‘How to write a feature’ courses at The Folk House in Bristol. Writes own lesson plans and work with students to improve their journalism skills.
COMMUNICATIONS
- Has created press coverage, book launches and publicity events for Tangent Books. Developed publicity for The Hub and provided media sales cover and sales training for The Big Issue South West.
March 2001 to December 2006
PUBLISHER: The Big Issue (South West)
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Management and Director responsibilities including Magazine Production, Strategic Planning, Internal Communications, PR and Marketing.
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See full CV for more details.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING:
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6 month business planning course (Balanced Score Card) provided by Social Enterprise, London (2004-05).
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NVQ Level 4 Management Training(2005-06)
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Feature Writing Course (NUJ March 2007)
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Currently studying ‘Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) at City of Bristol College (QTS) Qualified teacher status Level 3
EDUCATION:
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(2:1) BA Communication Studies, Sheffield Hallam University (1992-95)
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7 O’ Level and GCSE’s inc Maths and English (1987-89) and 2 A’ Levels in Politics and English Literature (1989).
PERSONAL DETAILS:
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Born 14th July 1971
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References available on request
- Has a full UK driving license