Software Developer, artist, ceramicist; my lifelong passion for learning and a curiosity for how things work has led me to a new career in tech. I have always wanted to learn more about how our digital world is created and contribute to this in a positive way. I am both an analytical and creative thinker with a love of problem solving; coding has given me the opportunity to work to these skills and strengths. I am looking for a job as a junior developer, to bring my enthusiasm and developing skills to this exciting field.
| Name | Description | Tech/tools |
|---|---|---|
| Flock | Mobile web app that provides a tinder-like swipe and match function to help decide activities to do with friends. Group project following Agile methodologies. | React Native, Jest, MongoDB, Express, Node, third party APIs |
| Acebook | A web app that allows users to like other users' posts, comment on the post and have their own profile page. | ReactJS, Jest, MongoDB, Express, Cypress, Node |
| Chitter | A webapp that allows people to see users posts in reverse chronological order, and allows a user to signup and login to create their own posts. | HTML, Ruby, RSpec, Sinatra, SQL, PosgreSQL |
Software Developer Student, Makers Academy (April '23 to July '23)
- An intensive and immersive 16 week coding bootcamp, teaching the fundamentals of building, testing, debugging and refactoring to create full stack web apps.
- TDD has taught me a clear and systematic way to approach code, starting with the simplest aspects of a given programme and building the complexity from there. It has resulted in clean and efficient code.
- Growth mindset has been a key factor in the learning process, and has enabled me to learn new concepts and languages effectively during the course. The opportunities for constant learning have been hugely enjoyable and exciting.
- EQ curriculum, providing me with specialist training in empathy, teamwork and feedback within a technical setting, building on my interpersonal skills necessary in my previous work.
- Pair programming and group projects using Agile methodologies have been an important part of the course. Excellent communication and positive collaboration led to good ticket creation and a cohesive and shared approach to building the apps.
- Extensive use of Git and Github to ensure good systems for merging new functions.
- OOP, TDD, MVC
- Agile/XP
- Ruby, JavaScript, NodeJS, SQL
- RSpec, Jest, Cypress
Freelance Artist & Ceramicist (2014 to Present)
Artist
- Strong organisational and time management skills to ensure the smooth running of a ceramics workshop alongside freelance work. I am able to prioritise daily tasks alongside long term projects and goals.
- Excellent problem solving skills, and a continuous learning of new techniques. This has ensured when errors occur in the ceramics process (which they always do), I am able to isolate the problem and produce consistently high level work.
- Artist as part of the art collective JIUN. Collaborative working, excellent communication skills and learning new processes necessary for different projects. Most recently we created and edited a film for the first time, which is now exhibited at the Royal Museums Greenwich.
- Maintaining a loyal customer base, working with stakeholders to continue to grow my business as a ceramicist.
Sydenham Garden (2021 to 2022)
Art and Craft Project Assistant
- Planning, running and reviewing therapeutic workshops for people recovering from mental ill health, requiring good adaptability and flexibility across an evolving and varied workload.
- Volunteer management and coordination - I was able to maintain long term commitment from volunteers by fostering a positive, supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills when working with adults with complex needs, helping them improve their wellbeing and mental health through one to one reviews and positive group working.
- Excellent attention to detail in maintaining clear records of participants progress to help enable better fundraising outcomes for the company.
The Conservatoire (2016 to 2021)
Art Tutor
- Teaching and developing art classes for children and young people; creative ideation to develop interesting workshops that would suit a range of ages and abilities.
- Strong communication skills when working with children with different learning needs and the ability to explain new concepts clearly. The success of my classes was mirrored in loyal students who returned every term.
- Conducting risk assessments to ensure safe running of workshops for all participants.
Further Work (2013 - 2016)
- Gallery Administrative Assistant at Morley Gallery.
- Primary School Tutor in Maths and English for the Tutor Trust.
- Support Worker for people with learning disabilities at People Matters.
- Core Worker (person responsible for group welfare) at Pyramid of Arts charity for people with learning disabilities.
- Publicity Assistant for the Permaculture Association.
I am able to communicate clearly by breaking down information into easily digestible chunks. This came in handy at Makers during the final project when using Agile methodologies to contribute to effective planning. It was also useful when describing concepts during pairing sessions and enabled me to writing clean code. I have learnt and developed this skill through my degree in History of Art; in my final dissertation I achieved a high first as a result of my ability to introduce, explain and analyse academic concepts. This has also been an important skill in my teaching, where I have demonstrated activities clearly, concisely and thoroughly so my students feel safe and confident to participate in the workshop. This has been especially necessary in my work teaching children and adults with learning disabilities.
I find fulfilment in learning. I can learn new concepts and techniques in a systematic and thorough way, which enables me to apply what I have learnt. I am always improving and looking to develop my skills and expertise. I am also aware of how I learn best, giving me the ability to achieve highly in whatever I apply myself to.
Most recently I co-produced, shot and edited a film, learning how to use new equipment and software and creating a digital art piece, which is now on show at Royal Museums Greenwich.
In a group I am encouraging, positive and supportive. I have spent my life working with others, and I have seen the incredible outcomes that occur when people come together. I have run therapeutic art classes for people experiencing mental ill health and I have seen the benefits first hand of how positive group dynamics bring out the best in people and enable them to create in ways they would never have expected. In one such project the group went from almost no experience of painting, to creating a large scale group mural to be displayed outside Forest Hill Station.
As a freelance artist I have had to run every part of my business; producing new work, writing project proposals, liaising with other organisations and artists, social media, administration, writing budgets, bookkeeping and filing end of year accounts. The work and experience I gain relies on my ability be self motivated and self directed. In order to have worked in the arts I have been able to manage these areas of my business to a high level.
- History of Art - 1st Class Honors
- Dissertation on Embodied Spectatorship and the Audio Visual Work of Pipilotti Rist
A-levels:
- Mathematics - A
- History of Art - A
- Fine Art & Design - A
Food & Culture - I am inspired by the creativity of others whether that be in music, visual art or cooking. I love living in London where there are always new things to discover.
Outdoor and Adventure - Throughout my life I have loved the outdoors and applying myself to different challenges. I gained a black belt in kickboxing at age 14, and achieved the silver Duke of Edinburgh award at 16. Before university, I took part in Outward Bound New Zealand, an intensive outdoor experience to push the limits of what is physically and mentally achievable.