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Hi, I’m Hilary Lam Wai Yu, a dedicated communications officer and musician with a rich background in music performance, education, and arts communication. I enjoy blending my skills in music and creative arts with communications to engage audiences and foster trust through meaningful interactions. My academic background and international experiences in Sweden and Hong Kong have allowed me to develop strong intercultural communication and creative skills.
I am passionate about teaching music in multiple languages and have extensive experience in performance and administration in various artistic and educational settings. I thrive in roles that combine artistic creativity with communication strategies and enjoy working collaboratively to bring projects to life, whether through music, graphic design, or event coordination.
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Language
English
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Swedish
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Work Experience
Communications Officer at ICHK Kindergarten and Primary, Hong Lok Yuen, Tai Po
August 1, 2024 - PresentResponsible for photoshoots for indoor and outdoor class activities, video editing, writing and editing the weekly bulletin, and updating and maintaining the school's marketing and communications plans.
Sales Assistant (Female Fashion Boutique) at SNAP, Causeway Bay
April 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025Worked in boutique sales for female fashion, providing customer service and sales support.
Art Model (Portrait and Long Pose) at Florence Academy of Art AB (svb), Mölndal
June 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025Served as an art model for portrait and long-pose sessions.
Restaurant Waitress at Restaurant Tien Tsin, Gothenburg
March 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025Performed restaurant waitress duties including customer service and order taking in a busy dining environment.
Singer (Alto) and Administrative Report Provider at International Ladies Choir, Askim Kyrkan
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025Sang alto in choir and provided administrative reports for performances and rehearsals, while regularly reviewing singers’ practice throughout seasonal periods.
Piano Teacher at Private Studio
March 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025Taught piano in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, performing music research, teaching planning, and customer communication.
Curatorial Assistant at Exhibitions of Cecilia Forselius, SOUL
August 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025Assisted with exhibitions by setting up paintings, liaising among stakeholders including the artist, gallery owner, shippers, and guests, and maintaining display requirements and gallery environment.
Student Representative (English-speaking) at Konstkåren, HDK-Valand, University of Gothenburg
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025Represented English-speaking students in the management group.
Substitute Teacher at International English School, Kungsbacka
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025Provided substitute teaching in spare time for regular teachers.
Hotel & Restaurant Staff at Hotel Riverton, Gothenburg
August 31, 2021 - August 7, 2025Worked in various hotel and restaurant roles during the summer season.
Handmade Ceramic Jewelry and Pottery Seller at Life Mart Craft Markets
December 31, 2020 - August 7, 2025Created and sold handmade ceramic jewelry and pottery at craft markets.
Singing Group Leader and Hymn Performer at Swedish Church Hong Kong
December 31, 2019 - August 7, 2025Led a small singing group and played hymns at services.
Choir Member (Lucia Choir) at Swedish Church Hong Kong
December 31, 2018 - August 7, 2025Rehearsed and performed multiple shows as a member of the Lucia Choir.
Accompanist on Piano at Hong Kong Principal Choir
December 31, 2020 - August 7, 2025Accompanied choir performances on piano.
Ambassador at Asia Society Hong Kong Center
December 31, 2019 - August 7, 2025Served as an ambassador for the tourist center promoting cultural engagement.
Part-time Graphic Designer at Profit Textile Company, Shek Mun
December 31, 2017 - August 7, 2025Performed part-time graphic design duties for the textile company.
Part-time Graphic Designer at Arthur Samy Language Learning Centre, Education University of Hong Kong
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Provided graphic design support on a part-time basis.
Gallery worker at Hong Kong Arts Centre
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Worked in gallery operations and support.
Administrative Support at Flower Music Co. Ltd. and SingFest Ltd.
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Provided administrative support for music-related companies.
Administrative Support at West Kowloon Bamboo Theater
December 31, 2014 - August 7, 2025Handled administrative support duties.
Communications Officer at ICHK Kindergarten and Primary, Hong Lok Yuen, Tai Po
August 1, 2024 - PresentResponsible for photography for indoor and outdoor class activities, video editing, writing and editing the weekly bulletin, and updating and maintaining the school's marketing and communications plans.
Sales Assistant (Boutique Sale, Female Fashion) at SNAP, Causeway Bay
April 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025Engaged in sales of female fashion items at a boutique store.
Art Model (Portrait Work and Long-pose) at Florence Academy of Art AB (svb), Mölndal
June 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025Participated as an art model for portrait and long-pose sessions, supporting artistic training and projects.
Restaurant Waitress at Restaurant Tien Tsin, Gothenburg
March 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025Provided waitress services in a busy restaurant environment.
Singer and Administrative Reporter at International Ladies Choir, Askim Kyrkan
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025Sang as Alto and provided administrative reports for performance and rehearsals, reviewing singers' practice regularly.
Piano Teacher at Private Studio
March 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025Taught piano in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. Responsibilities included music research, teaching planning, and customer communication.
Curatorial Assistant at Exhibitions of oil painter Cecilia Forselius
August 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025Assisted in exhibition setup including painting placement, liaising with various stakeholders such as artists, gallery owners, shippers, and guests, and maintaining display requirements and gallery environment.
Student Representative (English-speaking) at Konstkåren, HDK-Valand, University of Gothenburg
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025Served as student representative in the management group.
Substitute Teacher at International English School, Kungsbacka
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025Substituted as an English teacher during spare time and for regular teachers.
Hotel & Restaurant Staff at Hotel Riverton, Gothenburg
August 31, 2021 - August 7, 2025Worked in hotel and restaurant operations during summer.
Singing Group Leader and Hymn Player at Swedish Church Hong Kong
May 31, 2019 - August 7, 2025Led a small singing group and played music for hymns at some services.
Lucia Choir Member at Swedish Church Hong Kong
December 31, 2018 - August 7, 2025Rehearsed and performed in multiple Lucia Choir performances.
Piano Accompanist at Hong Kong Principal Choir
December 31, 2020 - August 7, 2025Provided piano accompaniment during choir performances.
Ambassador at Asia Society Hong Kong Center
December 31, 2019 - August 7, 2025Represented the tourist center and provided ambassador services.
Part-Time Graphic Designer at Profit Textile Company, Shek Mun
December 31, 2017 - August 7, 2025Worked on graphic design projects part-time.
Part-Time Graphic Designer at Arthur Samy Language Learning Centre, Education University of Hong Kong
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Provided graphic design support part-time.
Gallery Worker at Hong Kong Arts Centre
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Supported gallery operations and administration.
Administrative Support at Flower Music Co. Ltd. and SingFest Ltd.
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Provided administrative support for music-related companies.
Administrative Support at West Kowloon Bamboo Theater
December 31, 2014 - August 7, 2025Assisted with administrative tasks.
Communications Officer at ICHK Kindergarten and Primary, Hong Lok Yuen, Tai Po, Hong Kong
August 1, 2024 - PresentManaging school communications, including photoshoots for indoor and outdoor class activities, video editing, writing and editing the weekly bulletin, and updating and maintaining the school’s marketing and communications plans.
Boutique Sale Staff at SNAP, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
April 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025Worked in female fashion boutique sales.
Art Model at Florence Academy of Art AB, Mölndal, Sweden
June 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025Performed portrait work and long-pose art modeling for artist projects.
Restaurant Waitress at Restaurant Tien Tsin, Gothenburg, Sweden
March 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025Provided restaurant service and customer support.
Singer and Administrative Assistant at International Ladies Choir, Askim Kyrkan
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025Sang as Alto and provided administrative reports for performances and rehearsals while regularly reviewing singers’ practice.
Piano Teacher at Private Studio
March 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025Teaching piano in English, Cantonese and Mandarin including music research, teaching planning, and customer communication.
Curatorial Assistant at Exhibitions of oil painter Cecilia Forselius
August 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025Set up paintings, liaised with different stakeholders including artist, gallery owner, shippers, and guests for exhibitions, and maintained display requirements and gallery environment.
Student Representative (English-speaking) at Konstkåren, HDK-Valand, University of Gothenburg
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025Represented English-speaking students in management group discussions and activities.
Substitute Teacher at International English School, Kungsbacka, Sweden
December 31, 2022 - August 7, 2025Provided substitute teaching for regular teachers in spare time.
Hotel & Restaurant Staff at Hotel Riverton, Gothenburg, Sweden
August 31, 2021 - August 7, 2025Performed general hotel and restaurant staff duties.
Seller of Handmade Ceramic Jewelry and Pottery at Life Mart
December 31, 2020 - August 7, 2025Sold handmade ceramic jewelry and pottery at craft markets.
Leader of Small Singing Group and Hymn Performer at Swedish Church Hong Kong
June 30, 2019 - August 7, 2025Led a small singing group and played hymns at some services.
Lucia Choir Member and Performer at Swedish Church Hong Kong
December 31, 2018 - August 7, 2025Rehearsed and performed multiple shows with the Lucia Choir.
Accompanist on Piano at Hong Kong Principal Choir
December 31, 2020 - August 7, 2025Provided piano accompaniment for choir performances.
Ambassador for Tourist Center at Asia Society Hong Kong Center
December 31, 2019 - August 7, 2025Served as ambassador for the tourist center.
Part-time Graphic Designer at Profit Textile Company, Shek Mun
December 31, 2017 - August 7, 2025Performed graphic design tasks.
Part-time Graphic Designer at Arthur Samy Language Learning Centre, Education University of Hong Kong
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Conducted graphic design work.
Gallery Worker at Hong Kong Arts Centre
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Worked in gallery support roles.
Administrative Support at Flower Music Co. Ltd. and SingFest Ltd.
December 31, 2015 - August 7, 2025Provided administrative assistance.
Administrative Support at West Kowloon Bamboo Theater
December 31, 2014 - August 7, 2025Provided administrative support.
Education
Master of Science in Communication at University of Gothenburg
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023Basic Swedish 3 (Level A2) at University of Gothenburg
September 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Arts and Culture Program (Music) at University of Hong Kong
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015Exchange Study at Luleå University of Technology
September 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Master of Science in Communication at University of Gothenburg
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023Basic Swedish 3 (Level A2) at University of Gothenburg
September 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Arts and Culture Program (Music) at University of Hong Kong
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015Exchange Study at Luleå University of Technology, Piteå, Sweden
September 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Master of Science in Communication at University of Gothenburg
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023Basic Swedish 3 (Level A2) at University of Gothenburg
September 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Arts and Culture Program (Music) at University of Hong Kong
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015Exchange Study at Luleå University of Technology
September 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other
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