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!

Lauren McIlwraith

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!

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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!

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Language

English
Fluent
Scottish Gaelic; Gaelic
Beginner

Work Experience

Receptionist at Golf It! Glasgow
May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2026
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 at Subway Coatbridge
August 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
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 at Calder Stores Coatbridge
March 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Completing cash and credit transactions while managing stock behind the counter and shop floor; handling Pay Point and Pay Zone payments; operating scratch card and lotto counters; handling customer enquiries in-person and via telephone.
Volunteer Book Reviewer at The Arkbound Foundation
June 1, 2025 - Present
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.

Education

BA English with Creative Writing and Politics and International Relations at University of Strathclyde
January 1, 2024 - April 27, 2026
HNC Social Sciences (Graded Unit: A) at New College Lanarkshire
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Highers at High School Coatbridge
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

SCQF Food Hygiene Certification
May 11, 2023 - April 27, 2026
Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate
July 17, 2023 - April 27, 2026
SCQF 4 Youth Work
July 1, 2023 - April 27, 2026
NL Council Saltire Award: 25 Hours
July 1, 2023 - April 27, 2026
Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award
November 1, 2019 - April 27, 2026

Industry Experience

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