I'm a forward-thinking, big-picture oriented artist currently studying Fine Art at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB). I thrive on creating immersive moving-image artworks that explore mental health, psychology, philosophy, and mindset development, and I contribute as producer, director, editor, and actor. I aim to build large-scale experiences for diverse audiences and am open to relocation to anywhere; I combine creative practice with community engagement and education, always seeking meaningful collaborations.

Jay Orren

I'm a forward-thinking, big-picture oriented artist currently studying Fine Art at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB). I thrive on creating immersive moving-image artworks that explore mental health, psychology, philosophy, and mindset development, and I contribute as producer, director, editor, and actor. I aim to build large-scale experiences for diverse audiences and am open to relocation to anywhere; I combine creative practice with community engagement and education, always seeking meaningful collaborations.

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I’m a forward-thinking, big-picture oriented artist currently studying Fine Art at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB). I thrive on creating immersive moving-image artworks that explore mental health, psychology, philosophy, and mindset development, and I contribute as producer, director, editor, and actor. I aim to build large-scale experiences for diverse audiences and am open to relocation to anywhere; I combine creative practice with community engagement and education, always seeking meaningful collaborations.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Team Leader at ANN Summers Ltd
June 1, 2024 - Present
Lead and manage store team, oversee sales, customer service and day-to-day store operations in Bournemouth.
Bear Builder at Build-A-Bear Workshop
October 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Create customer experiences and support shop operations during peak periods.
Customer Team Member (CTM) at Co-op Group
August 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023
Christmas temp; assisted customers, managed checkout and stock replenishment.
Specialist Teaching Assistant at Marchant Holliday School
June 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Short-term role providing support in a Special Educational Needs school for ages 6-11.
Teaching Assistant at Harbour Vale School
September 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Support teacher in classrooms for students aged 11-16.
Warehouse Assistant at Neal's Yard Remedies
February 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Warehouse duties in a cosmetics company; stock and order support.
Factory Operative at gevekom GmbH
June 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Ran the thermoplastics department with a small team.

Education

Master's degree at University of Newcastle Upon Tyne
January 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Bachelor's degree at Arts University Bournemouth
September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2026
Diploma of Higher Education at Wiltshire College
September 1, 2020 - May 31, 2026
BTEC at Salisbury Sixth Form
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2020
Master's degree in Fine Arts at University of Newcastle Upon Tyne
January 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Fine Arts (Bachelor's degree) at Arts University Bournemouth
September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2026
Diploma of Higher Education in Art and Design at Wiltshire College
September 1, 2020 - May 31, 2026
Digital Media, Sports and Animation (Btech) at Salisbury Sixth Form
September 1, 2018 - June 30, 2020

Qualifications

NCASS catering qualification Level 3
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
STEPS Deescalation Training
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2026
Forklift Counterbalance Licence
August 1, 2021 - August 31, 2024
Working at Height
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
COSHH Risk Assessment
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
First Aid Training
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
NCASS catering qualification Level 3
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
STEPS Deescalation Training
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2026
Forklift Counterbalance Licence
August 1, 2021 - August 31, 2024
Working at Height
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
COSHH Risk Assessment
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
First Aid Training
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services