I am a drama educator and performer with over a decade of experience teaching, mentoring, writing, acting and directing. I recently joined the ACX platform as a narrator and, after an audition and strong interest from rights holders, completed my first published audiobook. I am passionate about storytelling and creative development, and I look forward to new opportunities to inspire others through writing and performance. My goal is to blend education and the creative industries by crafting engaging, life-affirming narratives and exploring new formats across theatre, film and audio.

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I am a drama educator and performer with over a decade of experience teaching, mentoring, writing, acting and directing. I recently joined the ACX platform as a narrator and, after an audition and strong interest from rights holders, completed my first published audiobook. I am passionate about storytelling and creative development, and I look forward to new opportunities to inspire others through writing and performance. My goal is to blend education and the creative industries by crafting engaging, life-affirming narratives and exploring new formats across theatre, film and audio.

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I am a drama educator and performer with over a decade of experience teaching, mentoring, writing, acting and directing. I recently joined the ACX platform as a narrator and, after an audition and strong interest from rights holders, completed my first published audiobook. I am passionate about storytelling and creative development, and I look forward to new opportunities to inspire others through writing and performance.

My goal is to blend education and the creative industries by crafting engaging, life-affirming narratives and exploring new formats across theatre, film and audio.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Comedy & Drama Teacher at The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts
April 1, 2014 - March 1, 2020
Delivery of Comedy & Drama weekly classes for ages 5-18; design and delivery of RADAR Speech Examinations; theatre director of multiple school shows; pastoral support and theatre visits; contributed to developing student success and departmental development.
Supervisor/Customer Service Assistant at The National Trust
April 1, 2013 - April 1, 2016
Supervised catering team and operations; customer service; financial management; marketing & promotion; quality assurance.
Speech & Drama Teacher at The Diana Griffiths School of Dance & Drama
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2015
Curriculum development and delivery; directing productions; student assessment and feedback; fostering a creative and supportive environment.
Film & Media Assistant at Shrewsbury Sixth Form College
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2012
Technical & Creative support for students on Film & Media Studies; data and assessment management; pastoral support.
Theatre Director at Castlefield Gallery
February 1, 2010 - March 1, 2010
Creative vision, concept and implementation; casting & directing; collaboration with artists; development of a creative portfolio.
Drama Teacher / History Teacher / Form Tutor at Bishop's Castle Community College
April 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018
Planning and delivering KS3 Drama, English & History lessons; pastoral support; department development and trip leadership.
Drama Teacher / History Teacher / Form Tutor at Mary Webb School & Science College
September 1, 2018 - April 1, 2025
Delivering Drama and History lessons; pastoral support; department development strategy and student success initiatives; coordinating theatre visits and productions.

Education

Professional Graduate Certificate in Education at Edge Hill University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
BA (Hons) Acting at Manchester School of Theatre
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
GCSEs at Church Stretton Secondary School
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2004
A-Levels at Shrewsbury Sixth Form College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

Full clean driving license
January 11, 2030 - March 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services