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I’m Halima Ahad, a hardworking writer and marketing enthusiast who loves using words to make a difference. I’m passionate about crafting clear, engaging copy and campaigns, and I’m always eager to learn new skills and help wherever I can.
I run a writing page on Instagram and Substack, analyzing dashboard metrics to tailor content for my audience. Through placement experiences and volunteer roles, I’ve built a collaborative, reliable approach to creative work and I’m seeking opportunities to grow my writing and marketing skills in a supportive workplace.
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Work Experience
Marketing Assistant at Solihull Central Masjid and Community Centre
April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025Creating new newsletter campaigns via MailChimp to promote masjid events and activities in a succinct and easily readable format; Analyzing metrics from each campaign via the dashboard to inform improvements; Promoting campaigns via the masjid’s social media and notice boards to reach a wider audience
Marketing Team Member at On The Other Side Queer Anthology
April 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022Keeping social media accounts active; Promoting the anthology for pre-orders and sales; Managing the Twitter and Instagram accounts by posting updates on writers and editors and posting snippets of their work
Team Member at Oliver Bonas
April 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024Gained customer service experience, worked on the shop floor, provided product knowledge and supported team operations
Digital Editor at Redbrick Newspaper
July 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Editing and checking formatting of pending articles; Coordinating with editors and section editors; Working in a team environment and contributing to the newspaper's production process
Marketing Assistant at Solihull Central Mosque and Community Centre
April 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Supported marketing activities, including social media and event promotion for mosque and community centre campaigns.
Digital Editor at Red Brick Newspaper
July 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Worked in a team environment to deliver high-quality content and customer service aligned with the company motto 'Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind'.
Summer Reading Challenge Volunteer at The Core Library
July 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025Explained the Summer Reading Challenge to children and assisted in strengthening their reading abilities; rewarded progress as milestones were reached.
Blogger at Diaries from a Petal
January 1, 2024 - PresentMarketing my blog as an outlet for various writing work. Writing a range of pieces across the blog, including monthly round-ups and opinion pieces. Reaching over 700 subscribers and building audience anticipation through a consistent schedule.
Digital Editor / Team Member at Red Brick Newspaper
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024Editing and checking formatting of pending articles, communicating well with editors and section editors. Working in a team environment and delivering customer service to the best standard. Embracing the company motto 'Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind'.
Education
A-levels in Media Studies (A), English Literature (B), Theology (B) at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026Extended Project Qualification (A*) at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026BA English Literature and Creative Writing (2:1) at University of Birmingham
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024GCSEs (10 subjects, grades 5-7) at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2021A Levels in Media Studies (A), English Literature (B) and Theology (B) at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021BA English Literature and Creative Writing (2:1) at University of Birmingham
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024A Levels at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026GCSEs at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021Qualifications
Extended Project Qualification (A*)
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026A-levels in Media Studies (A), English Literature (B), Theology (B)
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026Extended Project Qualification (A*)
January 1, 2019 - January 10, 2026Extended Project Qualification (A*)
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026A Levels in Media Studies (A), English Literature (B) and Theology (B)
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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