I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Canterbury (NZ) majoring in English and minoring in Linguistics. I focused on children’s literature and creative writing. I write, illustrate, and I am a musician. I moved to London from New Zealand in mid 2017 to work on my creative career, and have since been studying psychology part time, and taking CPD courses in related areas such as neurodiversity and SEN. I am interested in the intersections of neurodiversity, disability and mental health with the arts, and am looking to work in a role which compliments this. I have also worked in hospitality, childcare, graphic arts and model making (stop motion animation), as well as in the music industry where I am currently sign to US label Carpark. I’m currently working on several children’s stories I aim to get published.

Kim Pflaum

I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Canterbury (NZ) majoring in English and minoring in Linguistics. I focused on children’s literature and creative writing. I write, illustrate, and I am a musician. I moved to London from New Zealand in mid 2017 to work on my creative career, and have since been studying psychology part time, and taking CPD courses in related areas such as neurodiversity and SEN. I am interested in the intersections of neurodiversity, disability and mental health with the arts, and am looking to work in a role which compliments this. I have also worked in hospitality, childcare, graphic arts and model making (stop motion animation), as well as in the music industry where I am currently sign to US label Carpark. I’m currently working on several children’s stories I aim to get published.

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I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Canterbury (NZ) majoring in English and minoring in Linguistics. I focused on children’s literature and creative writing. I write, illustrate, and I am a musician.
I moved to London from New Zealand in mid 2017 to work on my creative career, and have since been studying psychology part time, and taking CPD courses in related areas such as neurodiversity and SEN. I am interested in the intersections of neurodiversity, disability
and mental health with the arts, and am looking to work in a role which compliments this.
I have also worked in hospitality, childcare, graphic arts and model making (stop motion animation), as well as in the music industry where I am currently sign to US label Carpark. I’m currently working on several
children’s stories I aim to get published.

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Language

English
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French
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Māori
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Work Experience

Scale Model and Puppet Fabricator at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
Scale model and puppet fabrication for stop-motion animation projects.
Musician, Composer and Producer at Carpark Records
January 1, 2015 - Present
Musician, composer and producer signed to Carpark Records; writes, records and tours; international networking and label partnerships.
Designer, Illustrator and Writer at Freelance
January 1, 2010 - Present
Graphic design, illustration, and writing; brand development, client care, and freelancing for various clients.
Hospitality Staff at Temp Tribe
January 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018
Hospitality roles in London; temporary assignments.
Hospitality Staff at Providore
January 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017
Hospitality roles in Auckland, NZ.
Founder, musician and composer at Yumi Zouma
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Founding member; musician; composer; released music under Cascine/Cascine US label.
Graphic Designer, Copywriter, Photographer, Order Processing at Not Socks Gift Store
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Graphic design, copywriting, photography, and order processing.
Retail Assistant at Pumpkin Patch
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Retail sales and customer service.
Graphic Designer, Marketing, Order Processing and Data Entry at Nature Discoveries and Blaxell and Stevens Distributors
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Graphic design, marketing, order processing and data entry.
Graphic Designer and Marketing at South West Baptist Church (Spreydon)
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Graphic design and marketing for church.
Preschool Staff at New Zealand Preschool Personnel
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Early years preschool practitioner; temp staff.
Children’s After-School Programme Supervisor/Coordinator at S.H.A.R.P
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006
Supervisor/coordinator of after-school programme; community and childcare.
Cafe/Wait Staff at The Hub Café; The Curators House Café/Bar; The Complete Event Catering Company
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004
Cafe and wait staff across multiple venues in Christchurch.
Product Handling, Order Processing, Data Entry at Nature Discoveries and Seat Belt Sales Ltd
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2004
Product handling, order processing and data entry.
Scale Model and Puppet Fabrication for Stop Motion Animation at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Created scale models and puppets for stop-motion animation projects; collaborated with directors and production teams to build props, prepare sets, and support on-set shoots.
Musician, Composer and Producer at Carpark Records (US) – Signed Artist
January 1, 2015 - Present
Write, perform and produce original music; coordinate international touring, collaborations and label activities.
Founder, Musician and Composer at Yumi Zouma – Cascine Records, US
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Founding member and creative lead; contributed to songwriting, recording and international touring.
Graphic Designer, Copywriter, Photographer, Order Processing at Not Socks Gift Store - Christchurch, NZ
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Graphic design, copywriting, photography, and order processing work for a gift retailer.
Graphic Design and Marketing at South West Baptist Church (Spreydon)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Graphic design and marketing support.
Children’s After School Programme Supervisor/Coordinator at S.H.A.R.P
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Supervisor and coordinator for after-school programmes and youth activities.
Product Handling, Order Processing & Data Entry at Nature Discoveries and Seat Belt Sales Ltd
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2004
Product handling, order processing and data entry tasks.

Education

BA (English and Linguistics) at University of Canterbury, NZ
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Certificate in University Preparation at University of Canterbury, NZ
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Certificate in Restaurant Wine and Bar Studies (Distinction) at Christchurch Polytechnic, NZ
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Psychology Graduate Diploma (In Progress) at Massey University NZ
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
BA (English and Linguistics) at University of Canterbury, NZ
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
Certificate in University Preparation at University of Canterbury, NZ
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Certificate in Restaurant Wine and Bar studies (distinction) at Christchurch Polytechnic, NZ
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

Certificate in Restaurant Wine and Bar Studies (Distinction)
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Certificate in University Preparation
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign Total Training
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
The Fundamentals of Neuroscience (HarvardX)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Understanding Autism (Open University CPD)
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Autism and Neurodiversity CPD (Attwood & Garnett)
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Psychology (Graduate Diploma in Psychology)
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Understanding ADHD (CPD, Open University, UK)
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Autism and Sensory Experiences (CPD, The National Autistic Society, UK)
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Sensory Integration workshop (PlayWay OT, UK)
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Understanding Autism (CPD paper, Open University, UK)
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Autism: Recognising Burnout, Trauma and Interoception (CPD seminar, Attwood & Garnett)
January 1, 2025 - May 8, 2026
The Fundamentals of Neuroscience (HarvardX)
January 1, 2019 - May 8, 2026
Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop (Adobe Total Training)
January 1, 2005 - May 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality