I’m Lauren Palfreyman, a recent BA (Hons) creative writing graduate from Leeds Arts University, and I love turning ideas into stories and well-structured concepts. I’m especially motivated by roles where I can be creative, communicate ideas clearly, and collaborate with others to take new projects from first thoughts to a polished final result.

Lauren Palfreyman

I’m Lauren Palfreyman, a recent BA (Hons) creative writing graduate from Leeds Arts University, and I love turning ideas into stories and well-structured concepts. I’m especially motivated by roles where I can be creative, communicate ideas clearly, and collaborate with others to take new projects from first thoughts to a polished final result.

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I’m Lauren Palfreyman, a recent BA (Hons) creative writing graduate from Leeds Arts University, and I love turning ideas into stories and well-structured concepts. I’m especially motivated by roles where I can be creative, communicate ideas clearly, and collaborate with others to take new projects from first thoughts to a polished final result.

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Experience Level

Expert

Work Experience

Assistant (Customer Service / Retail) at British Heart Foundation
January 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted customers to locate goods, stocked shelves, dated items, and worked the till. Provided a helpful experience to a wide range of customers, and supported day-to-day store needs to keep products available, correctly presented, and ready for customers.
Retail Assistant at British Heart Foundation
January 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted customers to locate goods, stocked shelves, dated items, and worked on the till. Supported day-to-day store operations while dealing with a wide range of customers, and contributed to maintaining a well-organised shop environment.
Store Assistant at Marks and Spencer’s
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Organised stock and shelved items accurately. Assisted the manager with the layout of seasonal items and supported customers from a variety of backgrounds to find the right products. Helped maintain an ordered store environment and contributed to smooth daily operations.
Retail Assistant at Marks and Spencer
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Organised stock and shelved items accurately. Assisted the manager with the layout of seasonal displays and helped customers from varied backgrounds find appropriate stock, supporting a smooth and customer-friendly shopping experience.
Library Assistant at Library (unspecified)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Helped create library displays and supported staff to run workshops for all ages. Assisted with workshop setup and delivery, contributing to engaging activities for different groups while ensuring the library spaces stayed welcoming and well-presented.
Library Assistant
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Helped create library displays and supported staff to create and run workshops for all ages.

Education

BA (Hons) in Creative Writing at Leeds Arts University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
A level (English Language and Literature, History, Theatre) at Ralph Thoresby School
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs (including History and English) at Ralph Thoresby School
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2019
BA (Hons) in Creative Writing at Leeds Arts University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

A Level: English Language and Literature, History and Theatre
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026
GCSEs including History and English
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment