Lauren McIlwraith

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I’m a Glasgow-based Creative Writing student with a passion for character studies and creative non-fiction.

About

I’m a Glasgow-based Creative Writing student with a passion for character studies and creative non-fiction. I’ve gained administrative , retail, and hospitality experience while studying at the University of Strathclyde.

I would be happy to work for and alongside fellow creatives to bring their visions to life!

  • 3 years' experience
  • Joined April 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • Scottish Gaelic; GaelicBeginner

Industry experience

  • Retail
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Consumer Goods
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 4 roles

Volunteer Book Reviewer · The Arkbound FoundationJun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Working alongside Co-ordinates to select lesser known publications, create enticing reviews, and promote them on various social media platforms. The role requires a passion for the literary world, excellent self-management, timekeeping, organisation, editing and analysis skills.

Receptionist · Golf It! GlasgowMay 2024 – Apr 2026 · 2 yrs

Taking walk-ins using the cash register, or managing bookings via YGB; promoting loyalty cards and the booking of party packages and golf lessons; providing customers with equipment for activities and ensuring safe operation; handling consumer enquiries in-person, over email, or over the phone in a timely and helpful manner; closing duties such as locking attractions and shutters; powering down and securing valuable equipment and technology.

Sandwich Artist · Subway CoatbridgeAug 2023 – Jun 2024 · 11 mos

Taking orders and preparing food, to a high standard, in a timely manner; promoting menus, offers, and customer preferences; promoting the Subway app and membership; upselling to achieve sales targets; operating ovens and kitchen machinery safely; prepping stock and maintaining cleanliness; collaborating with the team during busy periods.

Shop Assistant · Calder Stores CoatbridgeMar 2022 – Sep 2022 · 7 mos

Education

BA English with Creative Writing and Politics and International Relations · University of Strathclyde2024 – 2026
HNC Social Sciences (Graded Unit: A) · New College Lanarkshire2022 – 2023
Highers · High School Coatbridge2016 – 2022

Certifications and awards· 5

SCQF Food Hygiene Certification2023 – 2026
Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate2023 – 2026
SCQF 4 Youth Work2023 – 2026
NL Council Saltire Award: 25 Hours2023 – 2026

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