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George Amos |
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Editors, Assistant, Runners/Newcomers
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UK - England/Wales.
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| Runner, with: Good knowledge of Final Cut, Photoshop and Web Publication and Data Management Systems. Thorough understanding of most Digital SLRs and lighting equipment. Experience with some sound equipment, PA systems, mics, equalizer and level boards. |
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| Credits: Set Wet (CO), Sanyo (CO), Digi World Cup (CO). |
| Contact: [send email] [view map] Tel: 07545020630 |
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George Amos; Curriculum Vitae
Contact Details
30 Wandsworth Road, Date of Birth: 23/09/86
Vauxhall. London. Born: London
SW8 2LG Nationality: British
Mobile: 07545020630 E-Mail: georgesc@gmail.com
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Personal Statement
• An enthusiastic and self motivated journalism student looking to progress my career in a creative business environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Adept at problem solving and creative thinking.
• Able to communicate ideas clearly and work within a team.
• Adaptable and able to provide leadership in difficult situations.
• Creative media experience.
• Retail experience.
• Innate desire to learn.
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Work Experience
2008 - Present LASSCO, London
Press and Promotions, Sales Assistant, Webmaster:
• Involved in sales and front office administration.
• Saw through advertisement campaigns from conception to print.
• Organisation and implementation of on-site events and exhibitions.
• Liaison between the company manager, clients and team.
• Developed time-management skills by ensuring the right materials were available at the right time and place.
• Worked to strict deadlines and targets.
2007 - 2008 92.9 KJEE, Santa Barbara, Caliornia
On-air DJ and promotional assistant:
• Built self-confidence by continually ‘selling’ myself while announcing on-air.
• Learned to communicate ideas under intense pressure, while developing public speaking skills.
• Worked at concerts, high street promotions, sporting events, etc.
• Worked with different companies and people every week.
• Developed people skills, adapted to a different cultural working environment.
2004 - 2007 Wheel_Love, Online
Contributing writer, photographer, copy editor, design consultant:
• Published a wide range of written articles and layouts, both online and print, targetting the action sports community.
• Helped develop a popular line of products that included clothing, skate wheels, DVD’s and posters.
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Education
2006 - 2008 University of California Santa Barbara
BA Journalism.
• Individual and group assignments developed personal and team working skills.
• Extensive use of DSLR Camera’s and Photoshop.
• Acquired in-depth knowledge of professional writing with particular emphasis on editing and publishing.
1996 - 2004 Garden International School, Kuala Lumpur
A - level.
• Art and Design (A), Sociology (B), Physical Education (B).
AS - level.
• Art and Design (A), Sociology (C), Physical Education (A), English Literature (B).
GCSE.
• Art, Maths, English Literature, History, Development Studies, Combined Science, Physical Education, Geography.
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Skills
I.T.
• Good knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and Web Publication.
• Basic knowledge of Final Cut and Protools.
• Competent at Microsoft Office.
Practical
• Extensive understanding and ability of most workshop tools.
• Thorough understanding of most Digital SLRs and lighting equipment.
• Experience with sound equipment, PA systems, mics, equalizer and level boards.
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Achievements
Santa Barbara Surf Club (committee member)
Over the course of two years the Surf Club hosted campus parties to raise money for the Heal the Ocean Foundation. We also took trips up and down California’s Central and Southern coast, surfing the some of the worlds biggest, fastest breaks from San Diego to Jalama Beach.
Inline Skating
Over a four year period I have published articles in print and online media, edited and featured in dozens of DVD releases and online edits. As welll as officiating international competitions including the Asian X-Games. The AXG event attracted over 3,000 people and appeared on television throughout Asia.
Surf Instructor (ISA Level 1 & 2)
This qualification was gained during gap year (2004 / 05) on the Cheratingblue surf school in Cherating, Malaysia.
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