Assignment 4: Unit 11: Personal Carer Development:

1. Identification of a range of job roles in the print based media industries that related to your personal potential career path:

I would like to be a Journalist as this has always been a passion of mine from a young age. I have grown up reading newspaper articles and magazine columns which has allowed me to gain a more rounded vocabulary, but also have the opportunity to understand what is going on in the world through a Journalists point of view. I would love to write for publications and have the responsibility of educating society through newspaper writing. I would like to be a journalist who writes about lifestyle as this allows you to research into many different areas and understand key areas of lifestyles.  Journalism could be a potential carer path as I am interested in this field and I have been lucky enough to have had work experience in this sector which allowed me to enhance not only my skills but also my knowledge in this area of print based media.

Also, another potential carer path which interests me is a Graphic designer, I have always loved comic magazines with animations and this is all due to graphics. I love how visual presentations are turned into amazing graphics. For example, what a graphic designer visualises is then made through the use of art and turned into a graphic design. Also, I love how different Logos resemble different things for example, how a Coca cola logo is so simple but really draws the audience in. Therefore, Graphic design would also be a potential career path as I would love to expand the creative eye for art but also learn and understand why people love graphics and how it assumes them.

Moreover, another potential career path which has always interested me is a magazine editor, this job involves organisation skills which I feel I have, but also it involves a big responsibility and I would like to take on this role to be able to oversee everything such as the publication and the layout. I would also enjoy giving ideas and suggestions to the team and I would enjoy taking an article and changing what I feel needs changes such as, if an article needs more life to it, I would like to change the wording and make the article feel more warm for the audience to understand. Also, I would enjoy the proofreading stage seeing how far an idea has been taken and been used, this would impress me to see the different stages of how the magazine has developed through editing.

Lastly, the last potential career path which would interest me in the print based media world, would be a photographer. Being a photographer allows you to witness imagery which only you can see through a lens and i feel this is a great way to experience the world. A photograph has such deep meaning and being that person who is the first to capture it allows you to explain who you are as a person but also allows you to be creative with the imagery and how you want to portray it.  If I chose this career path I would like to be a photographer for either advertisement or fashion as I find these two fields the most creative when it comes to photography as you can experiment with the camera. However, I think I would be more interested in advertisement photography as it is down to your photo skills if the audience like the product. You have to have good social skills for this job role as you are communicating with clients on a regular basis and you have to fulfil their requirements. Therefore, I feel I would like this job as I like communicating and meeting new people, but I also enjoy using a camera to capture moments you may not see again.

2. Identify your skills gaps and create a development plan to fill those gaps:

Journalism:

• To filful the job role of a Journalist you need to have the these skills as follows:
• Communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Investigating into stories through contacts
• Build a list of contacts and a clientel
• You need to have the confidence to ask questions at a press conference
• You need to be able to handle breaking news when you receive a phone call at the news desk.

The skills I do not have for the job:

• I do not have contacts to build a relationship with.
• I also do not have the skill of investigating into stories further due to the lack of clients.

Therefore, to filful these gaps I would try and get as much work experience as possible within this field and learn from the professionals and pick up on their skills and how they work on a daily basis. Also, research would be a big part of filling the gaps, as I will be able to look into the roles and responsibilities this job requires and educate myself.

Graphic Designer:

• Developing briefs
• Presenting final Ideas and concepts to clients
• Working as a team
• Paitence is a key skill to have in this industry

The Skills I do not have for the job:

• Presenting final ideas and concepts to the clients.

This highlights to work in this field I would have to work on filling the gap of learning how to present final ideas and concepts to the clients. Firstly, I have never worked alongside a graphic design firm and I do not know who the clients are so I would have to get comfortable with presenting relevant Ideas to the correct clients. However, to fill this gap and gain the skill I would take on work experience as you can only benefit from having experience and this would allow me to fill the gap as I would be gaining first hand work experience from a graphic designer who has been in my position and has worked their way up.

Magazine Editor:

• Attending photo-shoots
• Generating Ideas for the writers
• Negotiating payments with clients
• Selecting articles for release

The Skills I do not have for the job:

• Negotiating payments
• Selecting articles for release

This shows the be able to have this job title I would have to be able to learn and fill these gaps. Firstly, I do not know how the payments work in the print based media field so I would have to learn about different costs in this sector. Also, I have not had experience at choosing what the correct article is for release and you need to be able to have this skill; because you are in charge of that article and you need to know if it  is appropriate for the audience but also is it the correct time, for this article to go out. Therefore, I would have to work on these skills to be able to fill these gaps to be eligible for the job role and to fill them in the best way, which  would allow me  to take on the role and learn through the other professionals.

Photographer:

• Working with clients
• Be able to carry out research for shoots
• Having the ability to arrange props, backgrounds and locations
• Manage basic accounting such as payments
• Know how to use equipment

The Skills I do not have for the job:

• Be able to carry out research for the shoots
• Manage basic accounting such as payments
• Know how to use equipment

These are the skills I do not have for the job and would need to work on these skills to the fill the gaps to be right for the job. The only way to fill the skill of knowing how to carry out research for shoots would be to meet with different photographers and ask what techniques they use and what research they do for the shoots. Also, to be able to manage basic accounting I would have to take on a course for a few weeks to understand basic accounting and how you deal with payments in the photography industry. Also, I would have to be taught how to use some of the equipment such as light shades and different cameras and which camera is best for different shoots. Therefore, the best way is training and experience and to work alongside other photographers in the field to understand from their prospective how to be correct for the job.

Overall, to fill these gaps in all four job roles the best way to be able to gain these skills which I am missing is work experience and to be passionate to learn alongside professionals in the industry.

3. Completed CV:

Gabriella Levene

D.O.B: 30.06.1998

4 Smith close, Mill Hill, London NW7 3EF

                             Mobile:  07766517517     Email: gabbylevene@gmail.com

Personal Profile:

A motivated,ambitious and responsible eighteen year old, studying Health and Social care Btec level three Diploma; and Creative media Btec level 3 Diploma. I have a passion for my subjects, hoping to strive and succeed at what I put my mind to. I have utilised my skills and knowledge at which I have learnt, to work in a working environment. I have a methodical, approach to my work and a strong drive to see things through to completion at the best standard possible. I am currently looking for a job role  in the print based media industry. I have been lucky enough to gain work experience in this field and I believe I can communicate clearly and effectively. I am interested in Journalism, Magazine editorial, Photography and Graphic design.

Education:

• 2005-2010 Fairley House Primary School.


• 2011-2015 Yavneh College Secondary School.


• 2015(present) Jcoss Secondary School.


• 8 GCSE Grades 2015  B-C Grade ( English Language & English Literature B Grade) (Maths awaiting grade)


• PSHE Level 2


• Touch typing course

Extra Curricular:

• Youth Group work, I participate in a weekly leading youth group called FZY, I am learning leadership skills.


• Completed the accreditation to becoming a leader for my youth movement.


• Mentoring(YR7,8 and 9)


• Games club(YR7, 8 and 9)

Work experience:

• 2011- Worked in a Wholesale Fashion showroom.


• 2014- Worked in a Charity shop helping pack food bags for the less fortunate.


• 2015- Worked in a top London Hairdresser helping the Senior staff with their clients.


• 2016(June)- I completed a week's worth of work experience at Norwood a Charity for families and children with educational needs.


• 2016(July)- I completed a week's worth of work experience at Kisharon a charity day centre for young adults with special needs.


• 2016(July)- I completed a week’s worth of work experience at a local Nursery for two to five  year olds.


• 2016 (August) – I completed two weeks worth of work experience at The Guardian alongside their Journalism team.


• 2017(April) – I completed two weeks work experience at Hello’s magazine headquarters.

Hobbies and Interest:

I enjoy socialising with friends, going to the gym and spending time with my Family and reading newspapers and magazines and keeping up to date with what is taking place in the world.

Work Experience:

1. Guardian Media Group
   Kings Place
   90 York Way
   London
   N1 9GU
   Tel: 020 3353 2000

I worked at the Guardian in the summer of 2016 for two weeks. I had the opportunity to work alongside two Journalists who write about different matters.

Professional experience:

• Ability to write up notes in shorthand
• Aware of laws and legislation in place
• Made tea and coffee for the floor
• Helped give ideas to the journalists
• Brain stormed with the team on Ideas

2. Hello!

Wellington House, 69-71
Upper Ground
London
SE1 9PQ
United Kingdom

I was able to have the opportunity of working alongside the magazine editors of a high profile magazine company known as Hello!

Professional experience:

• Proof read articles before press
• Listen to interviews
• Help with layout of magazines and design

References:

Available on Request

4. Letters of applications for jobs which you could realistically apply for:

Gabriella.D.M. Levene:

D.O.B 30/06/1998

4 Smith Close, Mill Hill, London NW7 3EF

Guardian Media Group
Kings Place
90 York Way
London
N1 9GU
Tel: 020 3353 2000

2/05/17

Dear Mr J. Freedland,

I hope this letter finds you well,

I am writing to thank you and your team for the amazing opportunity which I was lucky enough to have in August 2016 for two weeks. I cannot thank you enough for treating me like one of the team members and you have given me skills for life.

However, when we last spoke on my last day of work experience I remember you saying that there could be a vacant role to fill as an apprentice for eighteen months and then eventually to be able to take on the role of one of the main journalists. I have had a lot of thought about this and have decided I would like to take this opportunity and apply for the role if it is still available, starting in September 2017. From working with you and your team I have decided Journalism would be a great route for my career and I would love to grasp the opportunity.

Hope to hear back from you in the near future,

Best Wishes,

Gabriella  Levene.

Gabriella.D.M. Levene:

D.O.B 30/06/1998

4 Smith Close, Mill Hill, London NW7 3EF

2/05/17

OK! Magazine, The Northern & Shell Building, Number 10 Lower Thames Street, London, EC3R 6EN

 Dear whom this may concern,

I am enquiring about the vacancy for the apprenticeship in your Graphic Design department.

I have a passion for design and how everything is presented in the way they are. I have had experience in the print based media field alongside Journalists.

My CV is attached.

I would love this role as I am determined, ambitious and motivated to take on the role of the apprenticeship for twelve months and then to be finally part of the Ok Graphic design team.

Hope to hear back from you in the near future,

Best Wishes,

Gabriella  Levene.

Gabriella.D.M. Levene:

D.O.B 30/06/1998

4 Smith Close, Mill Hill, London NW7 3EF

2/05/17

Vogue House, 1 Hanover Square, Mayfair, London W1S

 Dear whom this may concern,

I am enquiring about the vacancy for the apprenticeship in your Magazine editorial department, with the hope for the job after the apprentice.

I have been lucky enough to work with the Magazine editorial department at Hello! I worked alongside the team and really created a passion for this career path. I have also had experience in Journalism.

However, I am enquiring about your position which I have seen advertised in your magazine dated 30/04/17. I see that the role is looking for an assistant magazine editor for eleven months then after the eleven months training alongside professionals you have a role going as a Magazine editor. I would love to have this opportunity as I am eager to learn and help contribute Ideas and communicate with clients.

Hope to hear back from you in the near future,

My CV is attached.

Hope to hear back from you in the near future,

Best Wishes,

Gabriella  Levene.

Gabriella.D.M. Levene:

D.O.B 30/06/1998

4 Smith Close, Mill Hill, London NW7 3EF

2/05/17

InStyle UK
Time Inc. (UK) Ltd
Blue Fin Building
110 Southwark Street
London SE1 0SU
UK

 Dear whom this may concern,

I am enquiring about your position to be a trainee photographer with the hope to become a photographer for your fashion magazine in the future. I saw your advertisement in your magazine for the job to learn alongside the photography team for twelve months.

I have been fortunate enough to have gained previous experience in print based media firms such as The Guardian and Hello Magazine.

However, I am enquiring about your position which I have seen advertised in your magazine dated 28/04/17.  I see that you are looking for a trainee to be trained by your team from September 2017 for a twelve month contract with a contract after being trained to be a full time member of the photography department.  I am passionate about photography and I love how fashion is portrayed and I feel I would be suitable for this role as I can communicate with clients and introduce new ideas to the fashion industry, but also the photography world. I have interested in photography and how cameras function and how they can capture something so magnificent.

Hope to hear back from you in the near future,

My CV is attached.

Hope to hear back from you in the near future,

Best Wishes,

Gabriella  Levene.

5. A Spread sheet of contacts and employers in the different industries:

This spread sheet shows the details of who I have applied to within the industry.