I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in your advertised comic artist position. Recently graduating with a first-class degree in Comics and Graphic Novels, I am keen to launch my professional career in an industry that aligns perfectly with my academic training and creative ambitions. As a British citizen currently travelling on a working holiday visa, I am eager to settle in Sydney for the long term and commit myself to contributing positively to your team. My university studies gave me deep creative insight and technical skill in illustration, design, and visual storytelling—skills I am excited to apply and further develop within a professional setting. While balancing full-time study with independent living since leaving school, I have cultivated resilience, reliability, and a strong work ethic. My references will attest to my accountability and commitment in every task I undertake. I am meticulous with deadlines, thrive in collaborative environments, and am ready to transition my creative drive into practical, impactful work. I am passionate about design, quick to learn, and highly motivated to make a meaningful start in your industry. I believe my background in comics and graphics, coupled with personal determination and the adaptability gained from living abroad, offers an enthusiastic and valuable addition to your team.

Harvie McTiernan

I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in your advertised comic artist position. Recently graduating with a first-class degree in Comics and Graphic Novels, I am keen to launch my professional career in an industry that aligns perfectly with my academic training and creative ambitions. As a British citizen currently travelling on a working holiday visa, I am eager to settle in Sydney for the long term and commit myself to contributing positively to your team. My university studies gave me deep creative insight and technical skill in illustration, design, and visual storytelling—skills I am excited to apply and further develop within a professional setting. While balancing full-time study with independent living since leaving school, I have cultivated resilience, reliability, and a strong work ethic. My references will attest to my accountability and commitment in every task I undertake. I am meticulous with deadlines, thrive in collaborative environments, and am ready to transition my creative drive into practical, impactful work. I am passionate about design, quick to learn, and highly motivated to make a meaningful start in your industry. I believe my background in comics and graphics, coupled with personal determination and the adaptability gained from living abroad, offers an enthusiastic and valuable addition to your team.

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I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in your advertised comic artist position. Recently graduating with a first-class degree in Comics and Graphic Novels, I am keen to launch my professional career in an industry that aligns perfectly with my academic training and creative ambitions. As a British citizen currently travelling on a working holiday visa, I am eager to settle in Sydney for the long term and commit myself to contributing positively to your team. My university studies gave me deep creative insight and technical skill in illustration, design, and visual storytelling—skills I am excited to apply and further develop within a professional setting.

While balancing full-time study with independent living since leaving school, I have cultivated resilience, reliability, and a strong work ethic. My references will attest to my accountability and commitment in every task I undertake. I am meticulous with deadlines, thrive in collaborative environments, and am ready to transition my creative drive into practical, impactful work. I am passionate about design, quick to learn, and highly motivated to make a meaningful start in your industry. I believe my background in comics and graphics, coupled with personal determination and the adaptability gained from living abroad, offers an enthusiastic and valuable addition to your team.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Kitchen Team Member at Stonegate Pub Company Limited (The Southfield Pub)
July 1, 2025 - August 24, 2025
Worked in the kitchen cooking and prepping food, washing pots and keeping on top of the cleanliness of the kitchen.
Kitchen Team Member, Bar Member at Stonegate Pub Company Limited (The Beckfields Pub)
February 1, 2024 - August 24, 2025
Worked in the kitchen prepping food, washing pots and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Worked on the bar serving food and drinks.
Bar and Concession Assistant / Food Production at Middlesbrough Football Club
October 1, 2022 - August 24, 2025
Worked on the tills, making and serving food/drinks. Responsible for serving customers in a polite and friendly manner whilst adhering to time constraints.
Kitchen Team Member at Stonegate Pub Company Limited - The Southfield Pub
July 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Working in the kitchen cooking and prepping food, washing pots and keeping on top of the cleanliness of the kitchen.
Kitchen Team Member / Bar Member at Stonegate Pub Company Limited - The Beckfields Pub
February 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Working in the kitchen prepping food, washing pots and keeping on top of the cleanliness of the kitchen. Also working on the bar serving food and drinks.
Bar and Concession Assistant / Food Production at Middlesbrough Football Club
October 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Working on the tills, making and serving food/drinks. Responsible for serving customers in a polite and friendly manner whilst adhering to time constraints.
Kitchen Team Member at Stonegate Pub Company Limited - The Southfield Pub
July 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Worked in the kitchen cooking and prepping food, washing pots, and maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen.
Kitchen Team Member and Bar Member at Stonegate Pub Company Limited - The Beckfields Pub
February 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Worked in the kitchen prepping food, washing pots, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Also worked on the bar serving food and drinks.
Bar and Concession Assistant / Food Production at Middlesbrough Football Club
October 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Operated tills and made and served food and drinks. Responsible for serving customers politely and efficiently while adhering to time constraints.
Shadowing Engineer / Customer Service Assistant at Northumbrian Water
March 1, 2019 - August 26, 2025
Shadowed engineers and listened in to telephone calls to customers. Enjoyed collaborating with others to find good customer care solutions.

Education

BA(Hons) First Class Degree in Comics & Graphic Novels at Teeside University
September 9, 2022 - July 16, 2025
L3 BTEC Sport Science - Pass at Middlesbrough College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
L3 Cache Health and Care - B at Middlesbrough College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
GCSEs at Ingleby Manor
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
BA(Hons) First Class Degree in Comics & Graphic Novels at Teeside University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
L3 BTEC Sport Science at Middlesbrough College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
L3 Cache Health and Care at Middlesbrough College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
GCSEs at Ingleby Manor
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
GCSE at Ingleby Manor
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
BTEC Level 3 Diploma at Middlesbrough College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
BA(Hons) First Class Degree in Comics & Graphic Novels at Teesside University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Engineering L2 Merit
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Travel & Tourism L2 Merit
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
GCSE English Language (Grade 7)
January 1, 2015 - August 26, 2025
GCSE English Literature (Grade 5)
January 1, 2015 - August 26, 2025
GCSE Mathematics (Grade 5)
January 1, 2015 - August 26, 2025
GCSE Science (Grade 6)
January 1, 2015 - August 26, 2025
Engineering Level 2 Merit
January 1, 2015 - August 26, 2025
Travel & Tourism Level 2 Merit
January 1, 2015 - August 26, 2025
BTEC Level 3 Sport Science Pass
January 1, 2020 - August 26, 2025
Level 3 Cache Health and Care B
January 1, 2020 - August 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Education, Other, Consumer Goods