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Michelle Yang
Address: 23 University Avenue, Brighton, BN1 2XY Linkedin: learn.linkedin.com/students/step-1/ Ambitious graduate with excellent research, analysis and communication skills, and relevant work experience, seeking a marketing position with an international charity. Education and Qualifications 2011- 2014 University of Sussex BA (Hons) Politics and International Relations (2:1) Key Modules included: Research Skills and Methods International Political Economy Politics in Post War Britain Issues in International Security Through my degree I have developed effective oral and written communication skills and a comprehensive range of transferable skills including in-depth analysis and qualitative research. For my dissertation on Effect of Politics on the Economies of Eastern Europe I analysed and interpreted information from a wide range of sources including the Internet, libraries and museum archives. I successfully communicated my research through a report and presentation. 2003 2008 Leeds School for Girls, Leeds. A Levels: History (A), Geography (B), Maths (B). GCSEs : 8 subjects grades A* - B including English (A*) and Maths (A) Work Experience June 2013 October 2013: Marketing Assistant: Leeds City Council Co-ordinated a small research project team looking at customer responses to proposals for a new library. This required effective communication skills via a range of means including face to face interviews and social media. Collated the data and presented it in a report to senior management. Our team was awarded the 2013 local authority prize for the best contribution to Market Research. I developed my analytical, organisation and team working skills. This was a temporary post. Summer 2012: Volunteer (Communications): Amnesty International UK, Brighton Organised a publicity campaign to recruit new members. I co-ordinated local events and used desktop publishing to write and produce publicity material. I also contributed to the blog. Increased membership by 10%. This role required effective team work, and excellent communication and marketing skills. Telephone: 0777 77777 email:m.yang@e-address.com

October 2011 February 2012: Volunteer: Childline (evenings and weekends) Answering calls to Childline. I identified a problem where calls were going unanswered; I introduced a new triage system which resulted in an increase in calls being taken and improved co ordination within the team. Demonstrated tact, active listening and problem solving and was commended by my supervisor. Summer 2010: Activity Instructor, PGL, Southampton. Instructed and led groups of up to eight children (aged 9 12) on a range of activities such as abseiling, fencing and canoeing. Organised evening events and provided pastoral care. Effective communication, working as a team, and a flexible approach were essential here. May 2007 - August 2009: Check-Out Operator: Tesco, Leeds (part-time) Developed numeracy and customer service skills. Organised the weekend rota and dealt calmly with unexpected changes. Responsible for training new weekend staff. Interests and Activities Vice-captain University Womens Football Team: Organised venues and fixtures for three teams as well as playing in the First XL. Karate Active member of the university karate club. I have recently been awarded a yellow belt.

Amnesty International I have supported Amnesty International for over 5 years. I regularly participate in fund raising events. These have included a sponsored walk and staffing a stall at outdoor events. Additional skills Intermediate Spanish. I am currently taking evening classes to build on my GCSE. IT experienced in using MSWord, PowerPoint, Excel, and Photoshop. Full, clean driving licence.

Referees Academic: Dr C Ages, Academic Liaison Tutor, Politics Department, University of Sussex, Brighton, BN1 9RH 01273 123456 cha@sussex.ac.uk

Work: Mr A Reader, Marketing Manager, Leeds City Council, Park Street, Leeds, LSE 9TQ 01234 56789
asr@lcc.gv.uk