CV Writing Workshop

Being as though my knowledge on how to craft an appropriate CV has been quite limited due to the fact I never had to write one to achieve my previous jobs it was a fairly important workshop that I attended which just set the guidelines of what to include in a CV, this would help me greatly as I could confidently create a CV without worrying whether the content is appropriate or not. So here are the guidelines that were set to help me create my CV

Name and Contact details and how I want to be known 

Living Address

Email      Mobile number  

Split with hyphens to make easier to read 0000-000-000

Personal Profile:

150 or so words that identify what you want , contain: Aims, ambitions and experience.

Skills

Experience:

Employer      Role       Date

Mention clean driving licence

Education:

Degree

Diploma

Hobbies and Interests

References

Another important aspect of the applying process is the inclusion of a cover letter, this is a personalised letter relating to the specific job that I am applying for.

The cover letter should be a short letter introducing yourself, stating why I want to work with them.

Keeping it short - 3 paragraphs 

Explain what I want to do or what I am applying for

Butter them up - Show interest in the company

Be enthusiastic - But not patronising

So with these tips and guidelines I feel quite conformable with the whole process so thought it was time to have a first attempt at my CV.

Elliot Gascoigne

Phone: 07961655306

Email: ElliotGascoigne@hotmail.com

Current Address: 2 Ebor Place, Hyde Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 1NR

Personal Profile: __________________________________________________________________

                I am a very passionate animator and miniature set designer in the pursuit of my own animation company with a will to be involved in other animation companies to let my skills and abilities of working in a team with a positive but efficient work ethic. I have experience from creating virtual replicas of art galleries to animating in 3D and stop motion animation, but also experience creating sets for various stop motion animations with a drive of perfection that gives my work its sometimes quite unique style.

Qualifications:_____________________________________________________________________

Leeds College of Art, BA(Hons) Animation                          (2013-Present)

Through my time at university I have acquired many skills in different software and techniques that include:

Autodesk Maya both animating and modelling, Photoshop, After Effects, Dragon Frame, Miniature and stop motion set modelling and Photography

Solihull Sixth Form College, BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design (Fine Art)                               (2010-2012)

Through my time at college I learnt the crucial first steps on the road to being an artist where I learnt photography skills all the way to life drawing sessions. I Acquired a DDM (Distinction, Distinction, Merit) .                               

Work Experience:__________________________________________________________________

Datomec Design LTD:                     (2011-Ongoing)

I was responsible to reply to set briefs by art distributor Datomec Design these briefs included: Replicating an art gallery in the town of Solihull in the virtual world using Autodesk Maya where I produced photo-realistic renders of the area including the paintings that were on exhibition there.

Also I created a 3D rendition of the puzzles that the company has on sale to bring more flexibility to the advertisement of the products. Texturing the puzzles with upmost accuracy to make it as photo-realistic as possible.

I usually work for Datomec during the summer periods where I am not at university

Mitchel and Butlers, the Red Lion Knowle                           (2012-2013)

During my time working as a bar tender and food runner I learnt some valuable skills in the service industry such as creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere whilst helping where I could to create the best experience for the customers.

Hobbies and Interests:________________________________________________________

I am very passionate about creating, whether it is for University, work or even for my own animation projects.

 I enjoy driving and hold a full UK driving license with no points but do not own a car at present

I am very fond of films and my favourites include: Inception, The Lord of The Rings and anything zombie related.

I also enjoy growing vegetables. I like the accomplished feeling of having something large and flourishing that has grown from a seed that I planted.

References:_________________________________________________________________

Mike Smith

Anna Beth Robinson

Mat Clarke

This process has really boosted my confidence in the application process with knowing how to properly formulate my CV, I will acquire some feedback from my tutor to see if I am heading in the right direction.