I am tenacious and driven, and I always aim to complete tasks to the best of my ability; I believe that one of my strengths lies in my ability to connect with people on all levels. I adopt a meticulous, methodical approach and always pay exceptional attention to detail. I am a critical thinker and enjoy problem-solving. I am able to display leadership qualities when called upon, and I am an effective communicator. I have an avid interest in History and Heritage, Photography, and writing outside of my work pursuits.

Stuart Fallas

I am tenacious and driven, and I always aim to complete tasks to the best of my ability; I believe that one of my strengths lies in my ability to connect with people on all levels. I adopt a meticulous, methodical approach and always pay exceptional attention to detail. I am a critical thinker and enjoy problem-solving. I am able to display leadership qualities when called upon, and I am an effective communicator. I have an avid interest in History and Heritage, Photography, and writing outside of my work pursuits.

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I am tenacious and driven, and I always aim to complete tasks to the best of my ability; I believe that one of my strengths lies in my ability to connect with people on all levels. I adopt a meticulous, methodical approach and always pay exceptional attention to detail. I am a critical thinker and enjoy problem-solving. I am able to display leadership qualities when called upon, and I am an effective communicator.

I have an avid interest in History and Heritage, Photography, and writing outside of my work pursuits.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Copywriter, editor and proof-reader at SJI Creative-Norwich, Norfolk
June 1, 2020 - Present
Providing writing, editing, and proofreading services to various clients since June 2020 with over a decade of experience. Responsibilities include writing articles to specifications, personal correspondence, proofreading and editing manuscripts such as technical manuals and academic textbooks, and offering creative consulting to private clients and small enterprises.
Co-Team Manager Cosplay section at Nor-Con
January 1, 2015 - October 1, 2023
Voluntary role assisting in planning costume competitions and arranging provisions for costuming groups. During conventions, managing sign-up, issuing instructions, and coordinating with competition judges. Facilitating team communications and providing general assistance to other teams after contest responsibilities end.
Front of House and customer service assistant at Retro Replay
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Responsible for running snack and drinks counters, customer care, maintaining venue tidiness, assisting with opening and closing. Contributed to writing the venue's inclusion policy and supported social media content production.
Self-employed copywriter at Self Employed
October 1, 2014 - May 1, 2015
Content curation and creation focused on destination marketing emphasizing expertise areas. Acted as liaison between publisher and clients, providing communications pipeline between superiors and technical support. Occasionally managed time zone based communication for clients.
Childcare Assistant at Barn Kids-Stanbrook, MD
December 31, 2014 - July 19, 2025
Assisted supervision of a classroom-sized group of children aged 4 to 11 during after school activities including structured and unstructured play.
Front of House at India Villa-India Villa
August 31, 2007 - September 1, 2009
Customer service focused role managing waiting customers, pouring drinks, order taking and delivery, and maintaining cleanliness and restocking bar.
Assistant Coach at Uttlesford Harriers Athletics Club
March 31, 2006 - August 1, 2008
Assisted senior coaches in a local after school athletics club for children aged 7-14 by supervising more experienced athletes during exercises and providing general assistance.
Welcome and Service Assistant at The National Trust
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
I provided customer service assistance to guests across two National Trust properties in Norfolk. Responsibilities also included coordinating with other teams, & membership referrals. The role required familiarity with the properties, excellent communication skills, & operating an ePOS system
Freelance Copywriter, Editor and Proof-reader at SJI Creative
June 1, 2020 - November 26, 2025
Providing writing, editing and proofreading services to a variety of clients since June 2020 in my current role; over a decade of experience as a copywriter, content writer, copyeditor and proofreader. I have written articles to spec and taken care of personal correspondence; I have proofread and edited a number of manuscripts, including technical manuals and an academic textbook. I have also provided creative consulting services to a number of private clients & small enterprises.
Co-Team Manager, Cosplay Section at Nor-Con
January 1, 2015 - November 26, 2025
Responsibilities include planning a costume competition, arranging provisions for costuming groups, coordinating sign up proceedings, issuing instructions and delivering the final entry list to judges. I facilitate communications between teams and provide flexible post-contest assistance.
Front of House and Customer Service Assistant at Retro Replay
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2020
Managed the snack and drinks counter at a revival video arcade in a busy city-centre shopping mall. Responsibilities included general customer care, maintaining tidiness, and assisting with opening and closing. I also helped write the venue's inclusion policy and assisted in producing social media content for the venue.
Self-Employed Copywriter at Self Employed
March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2015
Content curation and creation pertaining to destination marketing focuses on areas of expertise; acted as a liaison between publisher and clientele; provided a communications pipeline between superiors and the technical support team; occasionally worked with clients across different time zones.
Childcare Assistant at Barn Kids - Stanbrook, MD
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Supervised a classroom-sized group of children aged 4 to 11 in both structured and unstructured activities after school hours.
Front of House at India Villa - India Villa
August 31, 2010 - August 31, 2010
Customer service; ensured regular customers were comfortable while waiting for takeaways; helped wait staff pour drinks; took orders to the kitchen and maintained/restocked the bar; also helped maintain a clean bar.
Assistant Coach at Uttlesford Harriers Athletics Club
March 31, 2008 - March 31, 2008
Assistant athletics coach; supervised more experienced athletes during exercises and provided assistance to senior coaches.
Freelance Copywriter, Editor and Proof-reader at SJI Creative - Norwich, Norfolk
June 1, 2020 - November 26, 2025
Providing writing, editing and proofreading services to a variety of clients since June 2020, with over a decade of experience as a copywriter, content writer, copyeditor and proofreader. Authored articles to specification, handled personal correspondence, and proofread/edited manuscripts including technical manuals and an academic textbook. Also provided creative consulting services to private clients and small enterprises.
Co-Team Manager Cosplay section at Nor-Con
January 1, 2015 - November 26, 2025
Assisted in planning a costume competition and arranging provisions for costuming groups. During the convention, coordinated sign-up procedures, issued instructions, and delivered final entry lists to judges. Facilitated communication between teams and provided post-contest support as needed.
Childcare Assistant at Barn Kids - Stanbrook, MD
December 1, 2014 - December 1, 2014
Supervised a classroom-sized group of children aged 4 to 11 in structured and unstructured activities after school.
Front of House at India Villa - India Villa
August 1, 2010 - August 1, 2010
Customer service; ensured regular customers were comfortable while waiting for takeaways; helped wait staff pour drinks; took orders to the kitchen and maintained/restocked the bar.
Assistant Coach at Uttlesford Harriers Athletics Club
March 1, 2008 - March 1, 2008
Assistant athletics coach at a weekly after-school club; supervised experienced athletes during exercises and provided assistance to senior coaches as required.
Self-Employed Copywriter at Self-Employed
March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2015
Content curation and creation pertaining to destination marketing; liaison between publisher and clientele; provided a communications pipeline between superiors and the technical support team; occasionally acted in a similar capacity with clients in different timezones.

Education

Bachelor's degree at University of East Anglia
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013
A Level at The Helena Romanes School and Sixth Form Centre
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2009
BA (Hons) International Relations & Modern History at University of East Anglia
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
A Levels in Law, History, Government and Politics at The Helena Romanes School and Sixth Form Centre
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2009
BA (Hons) International Relations & Modern History at University of East Anglia
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
A Level: Law, History, Government and Politics at The Helena Romanes School and Sixth Form Centre
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2009
BA (Hons) History at University of East Anglia
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
A Level in Law, History, Government and Politics at The Helena Romanes School and Sixth Form Centre
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2009

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Education, Professional Services